Weekends @ MCNY
Join us for a whole new way of experiencing programs at MCNY! From artist workshops to live jazz, swing dance lessons, family activities, student workshops, and fun for all ages— there's something for everyone here. Explore our engaging exhibitions and discover online experiences that dive into the history and culture of the city we love.
What To Do: Explore our program series
- Up Close with Manny Vega— Interact! Engage! Learn! Exhibiting artist Manny Vega will be on site to lead workshops, interactive art-making activities, and live art demonstrations. This includes Family Workshops, and activities during school break.
- Uptown Jazz with Dandy Wellington— This monthly pop-up performance features bandleader and entertainer Dandy Wellington and his seven-piece jazz band. Between sets, get moving with mini swing dance lessons and demonstrations by special guest artists.
- NYC Discovery Lab — Join us on Saturdays starting March 9th for free hands-on activities for all ages inspired by our collections, exhibitions, and the city we love. Project themes will change monthly. For more family-friendly fun, pick up an activity guide or scavenger hunt, available in select galleries.
- Spring Break! Family Activities @ MCNY — Starting Saturday, April 20th, he Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this Spring Break for activities for all to enjoy!
- A Walk in the Park: Watercolor and Nature Exploration Workshop — Join us for art-making and nature-exploring workshops where you will learn about watercolor artist Frederick Brosen, participate in a watercolor painting tutorial, and take part in a guided garden exploration. Workshop is available April 20th and April 27th.
- We Are Still Here! A Celebration of Lenape Resilience & Culture — Members of the Lunaapeew/Lenape community and the Museum of the City of New York invite you to join us for an inaugural weekend of activities celebrating the resilience and cultural heritage of the First People of the New York City region. Events take place on May 4th and May 5th from 11am-4pm.
Tell us that you'll be there! See individual events below.
What's On View: See exhibition highlights
- Byzantine Bembé: Manny Vega's New York
- This Is New York: 100 Years of the City in Art and Pop Culture
- You Are Here: An Immersive Film Experience
- Timescapes
- People, Place, and Influence: The Collection at 100
What To Do:
Up Close with Manny Vega
Up Close with Manny Vega invites audiences of all ages to interact, engage, and learn with the Museum's artist in residence, Manny Vega!
Uptown Jazz with Dandy Wellington
Join us for Uptown Jazz with Dandy Wellington, a monthly pop-up performance featuring bandleader and entertainer Dandy Wellington and his seven-piece jazz band.
Uptown Jazz: New York, the Destination
Dance along to a performance by bandleader and entertainer Dandy Wellington and his seven-piece jazz band with songs inspired by our centennial exhibition, This Is New York: 100 Years of the City in Art and Pop Culture.![Photo collage: [Bottom Right] A man holds a toddler as they look at paintings. [Bottom Left] A woman smiles at a small child making art. Top Right] A man and two small children draw at a table. [Bottom Right] An adult reads a book to a group of toddlers. [](/sites/default/files/styles/square_320/public/Untitled%20%28Instagram%20Post%29.png?h=57024e64&itok=gMbdOruO)
Spring Break! Family Activities @ MCNY
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this Spring Break for activities for all to enjoy!
Watercolor and Nature Exploration Workshops
Experience Central Parks changing seasons through engaging in art-based activities inspired by Four Seasons of Central Park.
"We Are Still Here!" Lunaapeew/Lenape Celebration Weekend
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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