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Exhibition Highlights
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.
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.
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.
Member and Community Preview of Another Wonderland
In this evening preview, members can enjoy early access to Another Wonderland: Abram Champanier's Alice Mural before the exhibition opens to the public.
Museum Mile Festival 2026
Join us for New York City’s biggest block party!
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!
Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War
Join us during Juneteenth weekend for the world premiere screening of Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War.
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.
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.
