Join us for an afternoon of Zines & Screams! There’s a lot happening in the world right now, and much of it can feel overwhelming. In times like these, community and creativity are powerful tools for processing and connecting. Together, we’ll share ideas and resources through zine-making — creating our own small works of art…

Earlier this year, the Neurodivergent Educator Peer Group held their first game night. Let’s do it again! This game night will be on Zoom from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Please note that this event was originally supposed to be held in person, but is now virtual. While there is a change in a venture, it’s…

Tag us on social media using @NYCMER The Intrepid Museum is a private, nonprofit educational institution that exemplifies the intersection of history and innovation through its exhibitions. STEM and history are showcased through technological marvels such as Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, and Growler, the only nuclear-weapons-carrying submarine open to the public. The Museum’s…

Join the Early Childhood Peer Group meet-up at the New York Historical! Members are invited to observe the museum’s beloved Little New Yorkers early childhood program in action in the DiMenna Children’s History Museum from 3:30 – 4:15 PM. The observation is limited to 5 current NYCMER members. Following the observation, all are welcome to…

Join us for the first meeting of the school year as we discuss our historic site museums, current challenges, future opportunities, along with upcoming sessions and site visits for the peer group. Our meeting site, Essex Market, is itself a historic site. The last of the original 1934 street markets, its modern home features an…

As fall comes, this meeting will provide a recap of the first year of the Neurodivergent Educator peer group and what to expect for the new year. Taking in comments, observations, and lessons learned to make our second year even better. This is also a town hall for a safe space for anyone who wants…

Join us to kick off the NYCMER year! Our annual Meet & Greet will take place at the New York Aquarium, located at 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224. Connect with museum professionals while learning about efforts of the Wildlife Conservation Society to protect wildlife both locally and in over 50 countries around the globe.…

Join Queer Peers on Wednesday, October 15 from 6:15 to 7:15 PM to hang out and explore the new fall art exhibition at the LGBT Center, Our Bodies, Our Voices: Embodied Expressions. Meet fellow LGBTQ+ museum educators and socialize. Use the link below to register for entry to LGBT Center. Queer Peers seeks to provide…

Tag us on social media using @NYCMER Utilizing Outdoor and Green Spaces in Urban Institutions Wildlife Conservation Society Education is a pioneer in zoo-based learning, inspiring over 1.5 million people each year across New York City. Operating across five parks—Central Park Zoo, Bronx Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and the New York Aquarium—WCS provides…

Let’s start the year with a gathering to connect and plan together! In this first meeting, we will discuss what feels most important for us to focus on in the year ahead, and to hear from as many voices as possible. Whether you’ve joined before or are new to the Early Childhood Peer Group, you’re welcome to…