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New York on Film

Our series of monthly film screenings, complete with themed happy hours and special introductions!

New York on Film: Soylent Green

Step into the dystopian future of Soylent Green (1973) - set against the backdrop of a crumbling New York City in the year 2022

Street Stories – Graffiti and the Legacy of Martin Wong

Don't miss this panel discussion exploring our Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection!

Future of the City: NYC Parks Commissioner Susan Donoghue

Join us for a conversation with the Commissioner of the Department of Parks.

Redefining Justice: Tackling Wrongful Convictions and Reforming the Criminal Justice System

Join MCNY for a timely panel discussion with exploring ways to create a more accurate and reliable criminal justice system.

1220 Fifth Ave at 103rd St., HOURS: Mon-Fri 10-5 | Sat-Sun 10-6
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Through July 20, 2025

Changing the Face of Democracy

Explore the life and legacy of barrier-breaking Brooklyn-born politician Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to US Congress.
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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.
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New York at Its Core

What made New York New York? Follow the story of the city’s rise from a striving Dutch village to today’s “Capital of the World,” and consider its future in our changing world.
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