Museum of the Moving Image
Museum · Astoria
36-01 35th Ave, Queens, NY 11106
Highlights
Dive into the captivating world of film and digital media with interactive displays, notable exhibits like Jim Henson, and a treasure trove of cinematic history.
Dive into the captivating world of film and digital media with interactive displays, notable exhibits like Jim Henson, and a treasure trove of cinematic history.
"There's so much to do in Astoria that, should you make your way all the way out there, it may be difficult to convince you that seeing a movie is one of the essentials. But you'll see that the effort's worthwhile after poking your head into the Museum of the Moving Image, a celebration of cinema so joyfully educational that this writer copped a ticket to a film he'd already seen (the fabulous Passages, for they play new releases in addition to a schedule of repertory screenings) just to stick around a little longer. The moviegoing experience here is wonderful, with the theaters comfortable and clean, with the added perk of permanent exhibits upstairs taking visitors through how exactly movies are made in the first place."
"Recording the Ride: The Rise of Street-Style Skate Videos showcases VHS footage of skaters from the '80s and '90s."
"There's so much to do in Astoria that, should you venture out there, it may be difficult to convince you that seeing a movie is one of the essentials. But that's exactly how you'll feel after poking your head into the Museum of the Moving Image, a celebration of cinema so joyfully educational that this writer copped a ticket to a film he'd already seen (the fabulous Passages, for they play new releases in addition to a robust schedule of repertory screenings) just to marvel for a little while longer in the illusion of an image that moves. The space allows for two rotating exhibits to coexist alongside the permanent installations about the art of filmmaking, which not only breaks down the invention of the medium but also allows the visitor to make their way through the postproduction process themselves by playing with scoring and sound editing." - Andrea Whittle, Charlie Hobbs
"A museum dedicated to film, offering collectibles like an enamel pin."
"The Museum Of The Moving Image in Astoria will be screening 2001: A Space Odyssey on Sunday, July 25th at 12:30pm. Your $25 ticket gets you access to the full museum as well (which is an essential NYC museum bucket list activity). Plus, there are discounts for seniors, students, and kids. Christopher Nolan thinks you should bring your kids." - hannah albertine
