Winter Recess Family Activities

A man and three young children make art at a table.

Join us for our Winter Recess Family Activities as we bring the warmth of winter traditions to life. Explore, create, and share in a welcoming space designed for families to enjoy together.

Make the Museum of the City of New York a part of your family’s holiday tradition by stopping by.

Drop in anytime – no registration required. Perfect for families looking to make memories, share traditions, and celebrate the season together.

Activities will take place from 11am–3pm on Monday, December 29th and Tuesday, December 30th.

What’s in store?

Scent & Story Station – Smell the cozy scents of winter like cinnamon and cloves, and use them as inspiration to share stories about your family’s holiday traditions.
Acrostic Poetry Corner – Express your creativity by crafting a seasonal acrostic poem.
Build Your Own Paper Gingerbread Person – Design a gingerbread character with fun costume options inspired by city workers who keep our communities running.
Decorate a Paper Gingerbread House – Add your personal touch to a festive paper gingerbread home inspired by NYC's iconic landmarks.

Not able to join us?

Stay in the know about upcoming family programs by visiting our events page and selecting "For Families" or signing up to receive emails below!

We will be hosting two family workshops with featured bakers from our annual exhibition Gingerbread NYC: The Great Borough Bake-Off on December 20th and 27th.