Weekends @ MCNY

Join us for weekend programs at MCNY—there's something for everyone here! From artist workshops to live music and fun for all ages; explore our engaging exhibitions; and discover public programs and experiences that dive into the history and culture of the city we love. Tell us that you'll be there! See individual events below.
What To Do:
Event
Friday, September 12, 6:00pm
Taking Venice
Explore the controversy around Robert Rauschenberg's win at the 1964 Venice Biennale.
Event
Saturday, September 27, 1:00pm
Rhythm of the City: Ritmo Latino Saturday
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Bachata at MCNY in partnership with ¡Dame Tu Pasito!
Event
Friday, September 26, 8:00pm
Director's Circle Benefit
Join the Director's Circle, MCNY's young professionals group, at their annual party for an evening of drinks and dancing!
Event
Saturday, October 4, 12:00pm
New York by the Book: Servant of Beauty with Anthony C. Wood
Kick off our new series with Anthony C. Wood as he explores his latest book, Servant of Beauty.
What's On View: See exhibition highlights
Exhibition
Through October 5, 2025
Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection
Enter a window into a vibrant subculture of young creators and highlights previously unseen treasures from the Museum’s major collection of graffiti-based art.
Exhibition
Through February 22, 2026
Urban Stomp
Through a captivating mix of film, fashion, ephemera, art installations, dance interactives, music, photography, and instruments, the exhibition immerses visitors in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.
Exhibition
Ongoing
The Stettheimer Dollhouse in a New Light
The Stettheimer Dollhouse, a beloved highlight of the Museum of the City of New York’s collection, returns to MCNY’s galleries following an extensive conservation project.
Exhibition
Ongoing
Songs of New York
Playful, kinetic, and full of surprises, Songs of New York is an immersive interactive experience that introduces visitors to a full range of music from and about New York City.
Exhibition
Through October 5, 2025
You Are Here
“You Are Here” draws on the rich archive of movies set in New York, combining thousands of cinematic moments across 16 screens.
Exhibition
Ongoing
Timescapes
Watch the history of New York City unfold in this 28-minute film.
Exhibition
Ongoing
Activist New York
Delve into the drama of social activism in New York City, past and present, with issues as diverse as immigration, civil rights, and sexual orientation.
Explore More Events
Event
Wednesday, October 22, 6:30pm
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: The Last Ships from Hamburg
Join us for a conversation between historian Steven Ujifusa and MCNY curator Sarah Henry.
Event
Wednesday, November 12, 6:30pm
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: Brooklynites
Uncover the lives of the remarkable citizens that made up Brooklyn's free Black communities and their lasting impact on the borough.
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Tuesday, March 10, 6:30pm
The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History: Language City
Explore the stories of New Yorkers fighting to save languages on the brink of extinction.
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