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:
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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!
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Saturday, September 20, 12:00pm
Let's Move: A National Dance Day Celebration
Celebrate National Dance Day at the Museum of the City of New York with AILEY.
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Saturday, October 4, 12:00pm
New York by the Book: Servant of Beauty
Kick off our new series with Anthony C. Wood as he chronicles the extraordinary life of Albert Bard, a tireless preservationist.
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Saturday, October 18, 2:30pm
From Tenements to Towers: Redlining, Resilience, and the Burning of the Bronx
Join us for a conversation about challenges and mobilizations around housing in New York City.
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Saturday, November 22, 11:00am
We Are Still Here! Lunaapeew/Lenape Celebration Day
Join members of the Lunaapeew/Lenape community and take part in activities for all ages celebrating the resilience and cultural heritage of the First People of the New York City region.
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Saturday, December 13, 1:00pm
New York by the Book: Matching Minds with Sondheim by Barry Joseph
Join us for a discussion on the design and construction of Stephen Sondheim's intricate puzzles and games.
What's On View: Exhibition Highlights
Exhibition
Through April 19, 2026
Robert Rauschenberg’s New York: Pictures from the Real World
Features rarely seen photos that reveal Rauschenberg's deep engagement with the real world and his complex relationship with New York City
Exhibition
November 22, 2024 - 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
Immerse yourself 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
Ongoing
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
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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.
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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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