Description

The Museum of the City of New York celebrates and interprets the city, educating the public about its distinctive character, especially its heritage of diversity, opportunity, and perpetual transformation. Founded in 1923 as a private, nonprofit corporation, the Museum connects the past, present, and future of New York City. Field trip oppertunities at the museum are content-rich, hands-on experiences that connect students to prominent figures and periods in New York City's history.