A new exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art exploring work by Black artists inspired by ancient Egypt—plus more fun things to do this weekend.
November 8-January 12; Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 10am-6pm
East Harlem The Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Ave at E 103rd St
Bakers from around the city show off their gingerbread creations inspired by the theme "Iconic New York." One of the judges this year is Harlem's own Melba Wilson.
Saturday, November 16 & Sunday, November 17
With city money tight, our parks need our help more than ever. Join volunteers at a range of uptown parks—from Highbridge Park (Saturday) to Jackie Robinson Park (Sunday) to Marcus Garvey Park (Sunday)—to clean, paint and garden.
November 17-February 17; Sun-Tues & Thu 10am-5pm, Fri & Sat 10am-9pm
Upper East Side The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave and E 82nd St
Explore how Black artists past and present have forged a connection with ancient Egypt through painting, sculpture, music, and—a first for the Met—performance, in the exhibition's special "Performance Pyramid." Site-specific works at three Harlem subway and train stations are also included.
In case you missed it:
November 8-24, Saturdays & Sundays noon-5pm FREE
Hamilton Heights Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace between W 141st and W 144th Sts
This photography exhibit showcases the work of students of all ages learning the techniques of traditional black and white darkroom printing.
Fri 6pm-9pm, Sat & Sun 1pm-4pm, 6pm-9pm
West Harlem Skating Rink at Riverbank State Park, entrance at Riverside Drive and 145th St
Lace up your skates: ice skating season has kicked off at Riverbank State Park.
October 10-February 9; 11am-5pm
East Harlem El Museo del Barrio, 1230 Fifth Ave at 104th St
The museum's second large survey of Latinx contemporary art—featuring 33 artists from across the U.S., Puerto Rico and beyond—touching on themes such as transformation, hybrid belonging, and collective memories.
October 5-January 12; Wed-Sun noon-6pm FREE
West Harlem Wallach Art Gallery, 615 W 129th St between Broadway and 12th Ave, 6th floor
This new exhibition combines contemporary and historic art focusing on industry along the Hudson River—from Albany to the Atlantic Ocean.
September 14-February 16; Thu 1pm-5pm, Fri 10am-5pm, Sat & Sun 10am-3pm
Sugar Hill Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art & Storytelling, 898 St. Nicholas Ave at W 155th St
The latest exhibits at this beloved children's museum include "Order/Reorder: Experiments with Collections" from the Hudson River Museum and "David Antonio Cruz: When the Children Come Home."
August 2-February 28, 2025; Mon-Sat 10am-6pm FREE
Central Harlem Schomburg Center, 515 Malcolm X Blvd at W 135th St
The Schomburg, home to the archives of James Baldwin, is celebrating the Harlem-born novelist's 100th birthday with highlights from his literary career.
Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm FREE
Hamilton Heights 414 W 141st St between St. Nicholas and Convent Aves
Go on a free tour of founding father Alexander Hamilton's historic uptown home, including a stroll through the parlor, dining room and study.
Weekends until 3:45am
Central Harlem Shrine, 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd between W 133rd and W 134th Sts
This gem of a live music venue kicks into high gear on the weekends with a mix of jazz, funk, blues, and even comedy—ending with DJ sets that run into the early morning.
