The Margaret Mead Film Festival celebrates its 42nd anniversary with another blockbuster schedule of global films, filmmakers, artists and anthropologists, all focused on our cultural similarities. This year's theme is " “Resilience in Motion,” documenting stories of people who refuse to be cast as victims. Subjects include refugee justice, indigenous rights, voter suppression and transgender … [Read more...]
Butterfly Conservatory Returns to AMNH
The Butterfly Conservatory: Tropical Butterflies Alive in Winter returns to the American Museum of Natural History on Oct. 6th, with more than 500 iridescent butterflies fluttering among colorful tropical flowers and lush green vegetation. Celebrating its 21st year at the Museum in 2018, this popular attraction transforms the coolest day into a summer escape into 80-degree temperatures. The … [Read more...]
NYC Museum Sleep-Overs for Grown-Ups
Why should kids have all the fun? These two NYC museums offer the chance for a sleepover adventure for grown-ups only, with adult beverages and entertainment, and the chance to roam the museum by flashlight or candlelight, including special exhibits. Consider them for an unusual date night, anniversary or birthday gift, or stay-cation. American Museum of Natural History Adults-Only … [Read more...]
NYC Museums Open July 4th 2018
May the Fourth be with you! There's lots to do in NYC on July 4th before heading to the East River for the annual Macy's fireworks spectacular, or to Coney Island for the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. These NYC museums are open on July 4th and not likely to be crowded: SEE ALSO Best places to watch Macy's 4th of July Fireworks The price of freedom is high. Visit these memorials to … [Read more...]
Night at the Museum Sleepovers 2018
Book tickets now for the popular Night at the Museum sleepover for kids at the American Museum of Natural History for dates through December 2018, because places sell out. There's also a sleepover for adults only - this weekend, June 22. The next sleepover for kids is June 30. The AMNH sleepover is the real version of the movie series starring Ben Stiller, including the Night at the Museum: … [Read more...]
Best NYC Free Events May 1-4
As we tell you often, it's easy to take a big bite out of The Big Apple without taking a similar big bite out of your wallet. Be a NYC cheapskate with these FREE and cheap happenings this week through Friday, May 4, including FREE concerts in Lincoln Center and FREE museum admission. All Week Young Music Makers - High school bands from around the USA, Canada and as far away as Australia … [Read more...]
NYC Free & Cheap Weekend April 27-29
Where did April go? Your NYC FREE and cheap weekend plans begin here, with more than a dozen things to do this final weekend of the month, including the Sakura Matsuri Cherry Blossom Festival, street fairs and more. The NYCOTC free and cheap weekend guide is $25 or less so you can take bites out of the Big Apple without eating up your budget, plus a few occasional splurges worth the money. And … [Read more...]
NYC Free & Cheap Weekend Mar. 23-25, 2018
Your weekend plans begin here, with more than a dozen FREE and cheap things to do this first weekend of Spring and final weekend of March, including the March For Our Lives to protest gun violence in our schools, a panel of writers and educators discussing the tremendous achievements of feminist activism in New York City, and Luna Park opens for the season in Coney Island with freebies and … [Read more...]
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