Getting Dressed: Gilded Age Afternoon Dress
Go behind the scenes of the Museum's costume collection to take a closer look at an extravagant Gilded Age frock, and get to know the New York City woman who wore the dress.
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Behind the Barrier: Deinstallations & Rotations
Deinstallation of objects takes just as much planning and care as installation. Go behind the scenes with one of our registrars see what happens after an exhibition closes.
Passing the Torch: From One Education Fellow to Another
Jaiwantie Manni shares her experience as a F.A.O. Schwarz Family Foundation Fellow at the Museum where she has been incorporating science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities into our education programs.
Fantastic Fans
The hand fans in the Museum's collection are exceptional not only for their beauty, but also for the rich history behind them. Check out the fascinating stories of five fans.
Alexander Hamilton and DeWitt Clinton Statues Conservation
Alexander Hamilton and DeWitt Clinton are back home! Follow their conservation journey through behind-the-scenes videos and blog posts.
Guard for a Night, as Told by Two Registrars
Sometimes our Collections Department staff come out from behind the scenes to stand guard at events. See what they learned by experiencing the Museum from a different perspective.
Trays, Cavities, and Guillotines
Objects are always coming and going at the Museum. See how our registrars ensure safe travels for art and artifacts.
The Hunt
What happens when an object's lender can't be found? Read the bittersweet story about how a registrar tracked down the doll's rightful owner 30 years later.
How to Curate an Interactive History Exhibition in 11 Easy Steps
The curator of Rhythm & Power: Salsa in New York shares his experience putting together this vibrant exploration of salsa in NYC.
Summer at the Museum
Education intern Stephanie Luciano describes what she learned about herself while teaching kids at the Museum this summer.