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 online 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:
NYC Discovery Lab – Play in the City
Join us for drop-in activities for children ages 5-12 as we explore the toys and games New Yorkers have played throughout the city’s history! Play with historical toys and create your own toy to take home. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in June.
Too Good to Get Married: The Life and Photographs of Miss Alice Austen
Learn about the extraordinary life of feminist icon Alice Austen.
What's On View: See exhibition highlights
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.
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.
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.
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.
Changing the Face of Democracy
Explore the life and legacy of barrier-breaking Brooklyn-born politician Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to US Congress.
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.
Timescapes
Watch the history of New York City unfold in this 28-minute film.
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.
Burning Down the House: Talking Heads and the New York Scene That Transformed Rock
Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the greatest American rock bands.
[POSTPONED] Future of the City: Conversation with Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos
Join us for a conversation with the Chancellor of Public Schools.
