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The Museum & You
If you love NYC, you’ll love being a part of the Museum of the City of New York! Ready to make a difference in the future of our vibrant, growing museum? Become a Member or make a donation today.
Become A Member
Free admission year round, discounts on programs, invitations to exclusive events, and more.
Donate
For 100 years, the Museum has served as a champion for New York City and its people. Support MCNY and help us celebrate, welcome, and tell New York's stories for another 100 years.
Special Events
Our unforgettable galas and special events support the Museum’s ongoing operations.
Gift Membership
Give your friends and family the gift of membership! Members receive discounts on ticketed programs, invitations to Member-only events, and so much more.
Other Ways to Support
Starlight Circle
Members provide essential support and receive exclusive benefits.
Corporate Membership
Align your company with one of New York’s most treasured and dynamic cultural institutions.
Urban Design Council
Explore trends and innovations in New York’s built environment with your peers.
Planned Giving
Provide a lasting legacy by including the Museum in your estate planning.
Upcoming Events
NYC Discovery Lab – Play in the City
Join us for drop-in activities for children ages 5-12 as we explore the toys and games New Yorkers have played throughout the city’s history! Play with historical toys and create your own toy to take home. 11am-4pm, every Saturday and Sunday in June.
Heart & Soul (Screening)
Travel through time with Doo-Wop and Rock legend Kenny Vance.
A+/P Credit Course: People of New York: How Individuals Shape History
This in-person, interactive, and powerful course for PK-12 educators draws on the Museum of the City of New York’s groundbreaking exhibitions to examine the past, present, and future of New York through the lives of New Yorkers who have shaped and been shaped by the city they call home.