Add MCNY to Your Holiday Plans

We’ll be open extra hours this holiday season! In addition to our regular hours, you’re invited to discover the art, history, and culture of NYC on Tuesdays, December 19 & 26 and Wednesdays, December 20 & 27 from 10am–5pm. (Closed Christmas Day.)

Plan Your Visit

In The News:

ICYMI, This Is New York was selected as the Best Exhibition in New York City in the Time Out New York Best of the City Awards 2023!

Plus, this year's installation of Gingerbread NYC is hitting it out of the park with features online and in print, including All-Arts, People Magazine, and Gothamist.

What to see & do:

Gingerbread NYC features 23 bakers from all five boroughs and designs that recreate NYC icons. See the displays—from Yankee Stadium to the Brooklyn Bridge and beyond—learn about the bakers, and select a favorite!

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Our latest exhibition, Byzantine Bembé, is a celebration of East Harlem and the work of artist Manny Vega. Explore his visual storytelling in the galleries, and discover his mosaics and murals throughout our neighborhood!

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Winter Break Week
December 26–30, 11am–3pm

Celebrate the season at the Museum with winter-inspired art activities, holiday film screenings, and musical performances. There's something for all ages every day this winter break week—all FREE!

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'Tis the Season!

Explore our selection of ornaments, apparel, books, and more unique New York gifts. Add the Shop to your visit, or shop online and skip shipping with our daily pickup options.

Shop our Holiday Collection

Share in the New York Spirit!

Membership is the best way to experience all that the Museum has to offer. Be a part of our centennial year and give your friends and family a gift that will give back all year round.

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