Weekends @ MCNY
Join us for weekend programs at MCNY—there's something for everyone here! From artist workshops to live music and fun for all ages; explore our engaging exhibitions; and discover online experiences that dive into the history and culture of the city we love. Tell us that you'll be there! See individual events below.
What To Do:
NYC Discovery Lab
Learn about our new series of weekly drop-in hands-on activities for all ages. Join us every Saturday & Sunday from 11am–3pm and explore a new theme each month!
Graffiti Black Book/Scrapbook: 1978 & Beyond
Join us for a conversation with graffiti artist and author ZEPHYR as he delves into his latest book, Graffiti Black Book/Scrapbook: 1978 & Beyond.
We Met at the Museum: Speed Dating and Matchmaking in NYC
Don't miss an opportunity to meet your new +1 at the Museum just in time for Valentine's Day!
[SOLD OUT] Rosario Candela & The New York Apartment
Explore the timeless architecture of Rosario Candela, the designer of iconic NYC buildings.
What's On View: See exhibition highlights
Art Deco City: New York Postcards from the Leonard A. Lauder Collection
Called a "must-see" by the Associated Press, and featuring over 250 postcards as well as decorative arts, fashion, photography, and architectural models, Art Deco City immerses visitors in the dazzling style which defined the modern city.
Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection
Enter a window into a vibrant subculture of young creators and highlights previously unseen treasures from the Museum’s major collection of graffiti-based art.
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.
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.
The Stettheimer Dollhouse in a New Light
The Stettheimer Dollhouse, a beloved highlight of the Museum of the City of New York’s collection, returns to MCNY’s galleries following an extensive conservation project.
Timescapes
Watch the history of New York City unfold in this 28-minute film.
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.
