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Exhibitions at the New-York Historical Society are made possible by Dr. Agnes Hsu-Tang and Oscar Tang, the Saunders Trust for American History, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

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The Waldorf Astoria Lobby Clock

November 18, 2020 - Ongoing

Meet us at the clock! The great Waldorf Astoria clock is a legendary part of New York City lore and a meeting spot for generations of New Yorkers. Originally made for the 1893...

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Dreaming Together: New-York Historical Society and Asia Society Museum

October 23, 2020 - July 25, 2021

As part of the ...

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Hope Wanted: New York City Under Quarantine

August 14 - November 29, 2020

Curated by poet and journalist Kevin Powell and photographer Kay Hickman, Hope Wanted: New York City Under Quarantine features more than 50 photographs taken by...

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Colonists, Citizens, Constitutions: Creating the American Republic

February 28, 2020 – February 7, 2021

America has been singular among nations in fostering a vibrant culture of engagement with constitutional matters and the fundamental principles of government.

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Women March

February 28, 2020 – January 24, 2021

As long as there has been a United States, women have organized to shape the nation’s politics and secure their rights as citizens. Their collective action has taken many forms...

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Holiday Express: Toys and Trains from the Jerni Collection

November 27, 2020 – February 21, 2021

A magical wonderland awaits visitors with the return of this holiday tradition. Featuring toy trains, figurines, and miniature models from the renowned Jerni Collection, ...

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Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution

February 14, 2020 - January 3, 2021

One of the most influential concert promoters in history, Bill Graham (1931–1991) worked with the biggest names in rock, including the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, Jimi...

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Meet the Presidents

February 14, 2020 – ongoing

A special permanent gallery on New-York Historical’s fourth floor features a detailed re-creation of the White House Oval Office, where presidents have exercised their powers,...

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In Profile: A Look at Silhouettes

January 17 – November 29

The art of silhouettes—at first black profile cut-paper or painted images—emerged as a popular form of portraiture in 19th-century America when there were few trained portrait...

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Gallery of Tiffany Lamps

Ongoing

As the centerpiece of the transformed fourth floor, the Gallery of Tiffany Lamps features 100 illuminated Tiffany lamps from our spectacular collection, displayed...