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Museum of the Moving Image
Last reviewed June 2026 by James Morgan. AI-assisted, human-edited. Our editorial standards
About Museum of the Moving Image
Go behind the scenes of film and TV, from script to screen, in Astoria.
In Astoria, this museum is devoted to the art and history of film, television, and digital media. It preserves and interprets how moving images are made and why they matter.
What you'll see and do - Explore a significant collection of artifacts in the core exhibition. - Get hands-on with interactive exhibits showing how movies and shows go from script to screen. - See rotating exhibitions on specific themes, artists, and technologies. - Attend film screenings, discussions with industry professionals, and educational workshops.
Attraction Details
Facilities
- Toilets
- Gift Shop
- Baby Changing
- Food Options
- Parking
- Pushchair Friendly
- Wheelchair Friendly
Events at Museum of the Moving Image
MoMI LAB
June 13, 2026
MoMI LAB is a co-creation studio and artist-led space providing free access to technologies shaping everyday life and fostering understanding about their impact.
By the People, For the People: Real American Tales
May 29–July 5, 2026
This screening series highlights films that focus on the perspective of the nation’s historically marginalized and less represented on screen, celebrating 250 years of the country.
Blockchain as Art
This new series features artist commissions exploring blockchain as a creative material, with installations, events, and a public workshop track, the FA2 Fellowship.
Stories and Set Designs for The Sopranos
February 14–May 31, 2026
Drawing from David Chase’s personal archive, this exhibition presents scripts, notes, and research material documenting the development of The Sopranos.
New York Loves to Walk
May 30, 2026
This event includes a talk with Psychologist Catherine Hartley, Ph.D. about the effects of walking on brain activity, a screening of The World Before Your Feet, and a guided walk through Astoria.
Heart on Fire, Brain on Ice: Philippine Nonfiction since 2000
May 22–31, 2026
This series presents documentaries, features, and shorts, mostly unreleased in the United States, that offer a clear-eyed view of the Philippines' most exploited.
De Palma: Summer of Suspense
June 12–August 29, 2026
This screening series explores Brian De Palma's career as he turned to thrillers, parlaying his fascination for the mechanics of Alfred Hitchcock’s cinema into a career-long inquiry into movie suspense.
Culture Wars!
June 26–July 12, 2026
This new screening series highlights films that provoked the ire of would-be censors during the late eighties and early nineties, programmed in conjunction with Isaac Butler’s new book.
Pressure
Wed, May 27, 2026
This is a currently showing event at the museum.
Jim Henson Exhibition Guided Tours
Thu, May 28, 2026
Take a guided tour of The Jim Henson Exhibition, exploring his groundbreaking work and transformative impact on culture.
Escape the Internet
Thu, May 28, 2026
This is a currently showing event at the museum.
Holiday Week at MoMI: KPop Demon Hunters, big-screen movies, free family activities, and more
Holiday week, 2025
This holiday week brings family-friendly activities including exhibitions, a maker space, big-screen movies, and more.
Plan Your Visit
Family-tested advice for a smoother day at Museum of the Moving Image.
Who it's for
All ages
Getting there
Onsite or nearby parking available at 36-01 35th Ave.
Pro tip
Pack snacks, refillable water bottles and a portable charger to keep the day running smoothly.
Directions
Museum of the Moving Image
36-01 35th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
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Last updated 6/23/2026
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