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A Gingerbread depiction of the Wonder Wheel at Coney Island
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Art Deco City: New York Postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection

Featuring over 250 postcards as well as decorative arts, fashion, photography, drawings, and architectural models, Art Deco City will immerse visitors in the dazzling style which defined the modern city.

Gingerbread NYC

It's time for the annual Great Borough Bake-Off! We invited bakers from across the five boroughs to design New York City-inspired gingerbread creations.

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.

Byzantine Bembé

Explore the visual storytelling of El Barrio’s own artist and mosaicist Manny Vega.

You Are Here

“You Are Here” draws on the rich archive of movies set in New York, combining thousands of cinematic moments across 16 screens.

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The Museum Shop

Your one-stop shop for products inspired by New York City's history, art, and culture.

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The Stettheimer Dollhouse Returns

The Stettheimer Dollhouse, a beloved highlight of the Museum of the City of New York’s collection, will return to MCNY’s galleries on November 22.

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Plan a Field Trip

The Frederick A.O. Schwarz Education Center facilitates programs for thousands of children and adults each year to teach them about our city.

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Host an Event

The Museum’s beautiful spaces are perfect for non-profit fundraisers, corporate events, weddings, film shoots, and more!

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Group Experiences

Dive into our collections and exhibitions with customizable experiences for groups and small parties, led by Museum scholars and curators

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