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:
Series
Saturday, March 01, 2025 - Monday, June 30, 2025
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!
Event
Saturday, April 26, 10:15am
Express, Empower, Embody: A Fun Nia Movement Class
Get moving with Nia Now Dance.
Event
Friday, May 16, 6:00pm
Royal Bloom Vogue Ball
Join us for a celebration of self-expression at the Vogue Ball.
Event
Sunday, May 11, 1:00pm
Soul of the City: Mother's Day Brunch Concert with Amira B
Join us this Mother’s Day at MCNY for a Soulful Brunch Concert with Amira B.
What's On View: See exhibition highlights
Exhibition
Through August 10, 2025
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.
Exhibition
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.
Exhibition
Ongoing
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.
Exhibition
Ongoing
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.
Exhibition
Through October 5, 2025
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.
Exhibition
Ongoing
Timescapes
Watch the history of New York City unfold in this 28-minute film.
Exhibition
Ongoing
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.
Event
Thursday, March 27, 7:00pm
(Past Event) 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.
Event
Thursday, May 22, 6:30pm
Future of the City: Conversation with NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse
Join us for a conversation with Commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
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