What to See

Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100

Now on view

TimeOut has called Shirley Chisholm at 100 one of the best exhibitions in New York City. Trace Chisholm’s groundbreaking political career from her 1964 election to the New York State legislature, through her 1968 congressional win, and her historic 1972 presidential run. Dive into the critical issues she championed—education, childcare, migrant support, reproductive rights, and equality for all. Visit soon to explore Chisholm’s legacy and its enduring impact.

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What to Do

Discovery Lab: Transportation in the City

Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Join us on weekends this month as we honor the 120th birthday of the New York City subway with drop-in activities for kids ages 5-12 and adults! Learn how transportation in the city has evolved across the centuries - from the canoe to the horse-drawn streetcar to the subway.

Calling All Bakers!

Gingerbread NYC: 2024

MCNY invites professional and amateur bakers from across the city to apply for entry to?Gingerbread NYC: The Great Borough Bake-Off, our third annual celebration of communities and neighborhoods in each of the five boroughs—as represented in gingerbread. We are accepting submissions to participate through Friday, September 20, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST.