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Barbie®: A Cultural Icon is now on view! Explore the 65-year history of Barbie and her global impact on fashion and popular culture through an expansive display of more than 250 vintage dolls, life-size fashion designs, advertisements, and more! Tickets: madmuseum.org/exhibition/bar…
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Never turning down a moment to be a goof - #Barbie @MADmuseum #NYC
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Looking for a bit of escapism to unwind after this week? Join us tomorrow, Saturday, November 9, for a screening of the feel-good 80s comedy "Mannequin."Dive into a world where magic and creativity unfold unexpectedly. Tickets: madmuseum.org/events/mannequ… #mannequinmovie
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It’s Election Day! Today is your chance to have your voices heard. As you head to the polls, think about the footsteps you are following and the paths you are forging. Howard Kottler’s “The Captial Walk” reminds us that each vote contributes to the vibrant mosaic of our democracy
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Join us on Nov. 9th for a screening of the 80s rom-com Mannequin! 🎥 This film's light-hearted fun and genuine heart earned it a cult following, capturing the 80s with its vibrant fashion and decor. Don't miss out on this nostalgic classic! Tickets: madmuseum.org/events/mannequ…
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Have a SPOOKTACULAR #Halloween at MAD! Wear your crafty costumes and join us for dancing, live DJs, and art activities for the whole family. Make pumpkin pom-poms with Karyn Lao, decorate masks, and enjoy after-hours access to Barbie®: A Cultural Icon! madmuseum.org/events/mad-hal…
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Tomorrow, Oct. 24, join Louis Lee, CCO and Co-Founder of the creative agency Bellwether, as he takes you behind the scenes of their groundbreaking work creating campaigns for @NYCVotes that resonate with NYC's diverse communities. Tickets: madmuseum.org/events/votes-a…
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Join us Wednesday, Oct. 23rd, for an exclusive tour of "Barbie®: A Cultural Icon" at MAD! Celebrate #Barbie's 65th anniversary with over 250 vintage dolls, life-size fashion designs, and more! Space is limited—reserve your spot now! #Barbie65 madmuseum.org/events/barbie-…
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This weekend: Open House New York, the NYC Food & Wine Festival, Treats in the Streets, the Tompkins Square Park Halloween Dog Parade and a Royal Land Rover display. timeout.com/newyork/things-t…
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Bid on the #MADBall silent auction! Step into the dazzling world of Barbie with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! You and a guest will enjoy a behind-the-scenes walk-through of Barbie: A Cultural Icon with Robert Best, VP of Barbie Product Design. givebutter.com/c/MadBall2024…
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Offering an intimate experience with the heralded designer of Barbie’s enduring legacy, the private walk-through will take place this Friday, October 18. BIDDING CLOSES TODAY AT 5 PM! Bid now: givebutter.com/c/MadBall2024…...
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#MADBall2024 is TONIGHT! We're ready to party in pink and honor Robert Best, VP of Barbie Product Design at Mattel, Inc! This year’s gala will be a night filled with music, style, and an exclusive preview of the Barbie®: A Cultural Icon exhibition! madmuseum.org/events/mad-bal…
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"Be afraid. Be very afraid." Join us next Tuesday, October 22, for a screening of the sci-fi horror classic The Fly (1986). Find out what happens when scientist Seth Brundle's (Jeff Goldblum) teleportation test turns into a horrifying human-insect fusion! madmuseum.org/events/fly
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🎉 Are you ready to Party in Pink?! #MADBall2024 is only 2 days away! Our annual benefit gala will be a glamorous night at the museum filled with music, style, and an exclusive preview of the Barbie®: A Cultural Icon exhibition! Tickets: madmuseum.org/events/mad-bal…
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TONIGHT! Join artists Valerie Hammond, Bang Geul Han, and Jacquelyn Strycker as they discuss how fabric and printmaking shape contemporary art, led by Madeleine Viljoen of the NYPL. Co-presented by MAD and @nypl. Tickets: madmuseum.org/events/connect…
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Hi NYC! #ItsTimeforCulture! On Oct 23, you’re invited to join an exclusive before-hours guided tour of the glamorous world of Barbie: A Cultural Icon, our new exhibition here at MAD celebrating the 65th anniversary of Barbie!
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Learn about #Barbie's impact on fashion and pop culture and her iconic rise with our fabulous guide. The exhibition features 250 vintage dolls, life-size fashion designs, exciting interactive photo ops, and more. @NYCtourism #WhatsGoodNYC #BarbieIconMAD madmuseum.org/events/barbie-…

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We're counting down to the opening of Barbie ®: A Cultural Icon on Oct 19th! 🎨 MAD Members get exclusive pre-opening access and perks like film series discounts, an evening with @bobmackie, and other Barbie events! Not a member? Join now! Link in bio. #BarbieIconMAD
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Calling all families! Join us this Sunday for Family Studio: Embroidery Hoop Art. Fiber artist J Hann will lead a morning of mindful stitching. Come explore the art of embroidery during this hands-on guided practice! madmuseum.org/events/family-…
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