Our Future Home
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is transforming a landmarked church on the corner of 96th Street and Central Park West into a dynamic learning lab for all children and families across New York City.
The new building will house 7 floors of dynamic, new research-backed exhibits, immersive experiences, a dedicated performance space, updated visitor amenities, a rooftop terrace with views of the Park, and much more. Once renovated, the 80,000 square foot building will give CMOM the ability to serve more than twice the visitor capacity of our current home—while expanding the age range of the children we serve from birth to 10 years old.
As we work to bring this vision to life, our current museum will remain open, continuing to serve families and our community for the foreseeable future. We remain committed to using the power of play to help every child thrive, and we are excited to continue building on this incredible journey together. The best is yet to come!
Read more about our future building in The New York Times.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the new museum be open?
A: We are excited that CMOM is moving to a new building at the corner of 96th Street and Central Park West. The new museum is expected to open in 2028.
Q: Will the current building be closing before the opening of the new museum?
A: The move is still a few years away. Our current home will remain open, and all our programming will remain in place for the foreseeable future.
Q: Can you tell us more about the new museum?
A: The new museum will be a larger, modern space designed to offer more fun and learning for families. With expanded exhibits, a performance space, and a rooftop terrace, it will provide even more exciting experiences for visitors.
Q: What ages will the new museum be designed for?
A: The new CMOM will be designed to offer even more for kids of all ages, from birth to age 10. We’re excited to create fun and engaging exhibits and programs for a wider age range!
Q: Where can I find information on the new museum?
A: Sign-up for email, follow CMOM on social media, and check back on this page for updates about the move to the new CMOM.
Stay Connected
Stay connected to CMOM! Sign-up for email, follow us on our social media channels and come back to this page for up-to-date information on our new museum.
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