The Anatomy of a Movie Poster: The Work of Dawn Baillie includes some of the most iconic and beloved posters in modern cinematic history. Throughout the exhibition, Poster House will screen a selection of films from the movie-focused exhibition. On Friday, July 26, guests will enjoy a free screening of the 1989 cult classic, Road […]
Please note that masking is mandatory for this performance. Visual Description: Alice Sheppard and Laurel Lawson curl into themselves on the floor of a black studio. Alice lies back to the floor, legs and torso cradling Laurel who is lying on Alice’s belly and curling into a tight ball. Their eyes are closed and they […]
Join Poster House on the First Friday of every month for free admission and extended hours! Explore the museum’s latest exhibitions and get in on the fun by attending a tour, workshop, performance, or activity throughout the day. Every First Friday is different, offering unique opportunities to engage with rotating exhibitions and the permanent collection. […]
The Anatomy of a Movie Poster: The Work of Dawn Baillie includes some of the most iconic and beloved posters in modern cinematic history. Throughout the exhibition, Poster House will screen a selection of films from the movie-focused exhibition. This First Friday, guests will enjoy a free screening of the timeless action film, Bad Boys […]
Stop by the Poster House Children’s Area during First Friday to try your “hand” at hand lettering! Under the guidance of teaching artist Robin Mork, who hand-painted the lettering in the exhibition The Anatomy of a Movie Poster: The Work of Dawn Baillie, participants will have the opportunity to experiment with large-scale lettering techniques. All […]
Join collage artist Luis Martin/The Art Engineer for an afternoon of conversation and creativity. In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore collage techniques by making their own travel posters inspired by the exhibition Wonder City of the World: New York City Travel Posters. No experience necessary; just bring your curiosity and creativity! Accessibility Note: Masks and […]
New York City is considered to be a mecca for comedians, so what better way to celebrate Wonder City of the World: New York City Travel Posters than with a comedy show? Poster House is excited to host a special edition of Glow in the City, a monthly queer, trans, and BIPOC comedy show spotlighting […]
Get to know Manhattan in a way even few life-long New Yorkers do: by walking the length of the island from the Bronx to the Battery. Join author, historian, and architectural designer Tom Rinaldi on a 13-mile urban hike that will trace Manhattan’s spine from the island’s northern end down to Battery Park. With brief […]
Step into the limelight this month as we explore movie posters designed by the incredible Dawn Baillie. We’ll focus on Dawn’s use of photography and direct our own photoshoots. Get ready for your one-and-a-half hours of fame! Join Poster House on select Sunday mornings from 10:30am–12pm for a family-friendly, interactive poster tour and a related […]
Poster House Members are invited to a private tour of New Voices: Ritual at Print Center New York. Drawing attention to everyday objects, concerted repetition, and artistic process, this exhibition considers the fundamental but often unrecognized role that ritual plays in our everyday lives. Combining traditional print media with sculpture, fiber, assemblage, and installation, the […]