Events
What's happening
Housing on the Brink: The NYC Affordability Crisis
Join Adam Weinstein, Kirk Goodrich, and Louise Carroll, to examine the realities of creating affordable homes in the five boroughs.
The Waldorf Astoria New York – A Legacy Reimagined
Join us for an illuminating conversation on the storied history and ambitious restoration, preservation, and adaptive reuse of the iconic Waldorf Astoria New York.
Valentine's Night at the Museum: ¡Bailamos!
This Valentine’s Day, experience ¡Bailamos!, a celebration of Salsa and Mambo!
Midwinter Recess Family Activities – Feb 18
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this Midwinter Recess for activities for all to enjoy!
Family Program: A Swinging Good Time: The Story of the Savoy with Lana Turner
Join us for a vibrant family program with storytelling and artmaking celebrating the history of the Lindy Hop!
Midwinter Recess Family Activities – Feb 19
The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this Midwinter Recess for activities for all to enjoy!
Carving History
Explore the work and life of Emma Stebbins and her partner, actor Charlotte Cushman, centering Angel of the Waters at Bethesda Fountain as both a monumental artwork and a feminist intervention.
Exhibitions
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.
Urban Stomp
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dances that have shaped—and been shaped by—the city’s ever-changing cultural landscape.
Robert Rauschenberg’s New York
Features rarely seen photos that reveal Rauschenberg's deep engagement with the real world and his complex relationship with New York City.
