Pride Day at the New York State Museum
May 31, 2026
Free
Join us for a vibrant and meaningful celebration of LGBTQ+ history, culture, and community. This special day of festivities is open to all and designed to engage visitors of every age with hands-on activities and gallery tour. Honoring the past, celebrating the present, and inspiring the future, this event invites everyone to reflect on the journey toward love, equity, and justice—and to take pride in the progress we’ve made together.
Event Schedule:
10:30 am–12:00 pm | Family Fun & Creative Corner
Kick off the day with an array of joyful, hands-on activities inspired by our collections! Enjoy coloring pages, pin-making, sash and fan designing, and more. With upbeat music and story time.
12:00 pm–12:30 pm | Gallery Talk with Ashley Hopkins-Benton
Gain insider insights from Senior Historian and Curator of Social History, Ashley Hopkins-Benton, as she discusses the stories behind the exhibit New York Pride: The Fight for Marriage Equality and the ongoing legacy of LGBTQ+ advocacy in New York.
