What's On
Exhibition Highlights
Another Wonderland
Celebrates the rescue and restoration of a major New Deal–era mural cycle created for the children’s ward at Gouverneur Hospital, featuring Lewis Carroll’s beloved characters exploring 1930s New York City.
The Occupied City
This immersive exhibition transforms the Museum's third floor into a vivid journey through Revolutionary-era New York.
He Built This City
Explore Joe Macken’s monumental model and discover the extraordinary vision behind one of the most ambitious handmade representations of New York City ever created.
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.
Featured Programs
MCNY Kids Art Studio
Visit the MCNY Kids Art Studio for a fun, hands‑on art experience inspired by the Museum’s exhibitions and collection.
Behind the Surface: Conserving WPA Murals
Get an intimate look at the decades-long conservation and restoration of Abram Champanier's Alice Mural, a major New Deal–era mural commissioned through the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project in this discussion with the curators and partners.
Family Program: Build Upper Manhattan LEGO Event
Let’s build Upper Manhattan using 100,000 LEGO Blocks!
World Cup Watch Party - USA vs. Australia
Free outdoor watch party at MCNY celebrating the World Cup matchup between the United States and Australia with pregame activities, drinks, and food from local vendor partners.
Revolution Remembered, Stories Forgotten
Explore how the Revolution has been memorialized in public history and media, what narratives are elevated or omitted, and who ultimately shapes collective memory.
Chess and Revolution
Explore the role of chess in Revolutionary era New York and join us for an unrated blitz chess tournament, open to all skill levels.
Uptown Bounce: Hip Hop x Afrobeats
A free summer party celebrating the global sounds of Hip Hop and Afrobeats with live DJs, dancing, art, and community on Museum Mile.
Uptown Bounce: House x Disco
Free summer dance party celebrating House and Disco with live DJs, nonstop music, art, and community at MCNY.
Discover More at MCNY
Visit Us
Plan your visit and learn more about the Museum's hours, tickets, directions, and more.
Family and Community
Discover our engaging learning-based programs and activities for families and community members of all ages.
Educators
Learn about our online resources, professional learning workshops, and student field trips.
