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Thursday, May 26
Museum of the Moving Image Free Hours
Explore film, TV and video games from nineteenth century optical toys to the latest in digital art with lots of hand-on exhibits in a spacious, modern building. * The hands-on core exhibition Behind the Screen features over 1,400 artifacts including early cameras, a real Chewbacca mask from the Star Wars films, footage of silent adventure…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyBrooklyn Children’s Museum Pay-What-You-Wish
Pay-what-you-wish for admission to this beloved children's museum (the first in the world when in opened in 1899) inspired by Brooklyn's energy and diversity, Learn about world cultures, visual arts, nature, animals and more in well-designed, interactive exhibits including World Brooklyn, Neighborhood Nature, Totally Tots, Collections Central and The (outdoor) Nest. In the ColorLab, try…
Suggested Ages: Babies to 10Friday, May 27
MoMA UNIQLO NYC Nights Released
Visit MoMA for free the first Friday of every month. Tickets must be reserved in advance (up to two adults, unlimited kids) and are released one week before each event. Proof of residency required. See our guide to MoMA.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyNew York Hall of Science Free Hours
This center for interactive science featuring tons of fun hands-on learning opportunities in a gorgeous, spacious building offers free admission on Friday afternoons. Reserve online on Friday morning. See our guide to New York Hall of Science.
Suggested Ages: AllIntrepid Museum Astronomy Night
Enjoy free admission to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum plus fun-filled and educational experiences for the whole family. Join talks from leading scientists and activities from the Museum’s education department. Local astronomers will be on hand with high-powered telescopes to help visitors navigate the night sky and answer questions about astronomy and stargazing.…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlySunday, May 29
Rubin Family Sundays: Luminous Layers
Explore the exhibition, Shrine Room Projects, for an activity filled with illumination. Make translucent sculptures, inspired by Palden Weinreb’s use of light, and how he uses it as a reminder to illustrate that the true power comes from within (a perfect theme for Mother's Day). Pre-registration is required for either the 1 pm or 2…
Suggested Ages: 3 to 14+Friday, June 3
First Friday at Poster House
Get free admission to this unique museum first Friday of every month. See current exhibitions including The Utopian Avant-Garde: Soviet Film Posters of the 1920s and Ethel Reed: I Am My Own Property and join activities, workshops, and performances throughout the day (reserve in advance). Pick up a scavenger hunt and find interesting items…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyMoMA UNIQLO NYC Nights
Visit MoMA for free the first Friday of every month. Tickets must be reserved in advance (up to two adults, unlimited kids) and are released one week before each event. Proof of residency required. See our guide to MoMA.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlySaturday, June 4
First Saturday at Brooklyn Museum
Enjoy engaging and eclectic free art and entertainment for all ages the first Saturday of the month at Brooklyn Museum. Artist Mel Chin celebrates the finale of the Fundred Project—an initiative he founded that, since 2008, has connected hundreds of thousands of kids, communities, and policymakers from across the country to advance actions to…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly