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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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Cover Story: Katharine Graham, CEO

May 21 – October 24, 2021

Native New Yorker Katharine Meyer Graham (1917-2001) never expected to become the president, publisher, and CEO of the Washington Post, but she thrived in that...

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Marker, Emblem, Symbol, Signal: Artists Reflect on the Flag

June 11 – October 11, 2021

In this moment of polarization, Americans have used flags to publicly stake their positions, rally around causes, and declare allegiances. To explore the symbolic possibilities...

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Safe/Haven: Gay Life in 1950s Cherry Grove

May 14 – October 11, 2021

During weekends and summers in the pre-Stonewall era, gay men and women, including many New Yorkers, traveled to the secluded beach town of Cherry Grove on Fire Island where...

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Animal Allegories

July 2 – September 5, 2021

From the earliest-known cave paintings to modern-day installations, animals have long featured in art. This sampling from the New-York Historical Society paintings collection...

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So Ready for Laughter: Bob Hope and World War II

February 5, 2021 - September 5, 2021

Movie star and comedian Bob Hope achieved a lot during his decades-long career. But his work during World War II entertaining and lifting the spirits of troops holds a special...

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The Gift of Laughter

February 5 – September 5, 2021

A companion exhibition to So Ready for Laughter: Bob Hope and World War II, The Gift of...

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Bruce McCall’s New York

April 23 – August 15, 2021

Showcasing the vibrant and humorous work of the prolific artist, Bruce McCall’s New York presents colorful visions of a fantastical version of New York City—where...

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James Prosek Avian Silhouettes

January 15, 2020 - August 15, 2021

Artist and naturalist James Prosek is passionate about the preservation of wildlife and their habitats. In this installation, he has created his own avian ecosystem, using life...

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4 Artworks from the Elie and Sarah Hirschfeld Collection, Scenes of New York City

February 12, 2021 – August 1, 2021

Made up of 130 works of art, The Elie and Sarah Hirschfeld Collection, Scenes of New York City celebrates a multifaceted and dynamic New York from the 19th century...