West Side Fest: Behind the Scenes Archives Tour
10–11am
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As part of West Side Fest, Poster House is opening its archives to the public! Join Registrar Melanie Papathomas and Assistant Curator of Collections Es-pranza Humphrey to behind the scenes for a rare glimpse into the museum’s collection. Participants will gather in the Storage and Conservation room on the lower level and get an early look at select highlights from the upcoming Spring 2026 exhibitions.
Space is extremely limited—this intimate tour is capped at 12 participants.
Important Notes:
- No backpacks, food, or beverages are allowed in the Storage and Conservation room.
- Photography is not permitted during the tour.
- While children are welcome, we ask that they be especially respectful of this delicate space and be able to follow instructions around no touching, running, or other behavior inappropriate for this type of setting.
Accessibility Note: Masks and clear masks are available free of charge at the museum. Assistive listening devices and stools are available. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or a CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) is also available upon request. Please contact access@posterhouse.org or (914) 295-2387 to request interpretation services and to address any other accessibility needs. For other event-related questions, please contact info@posterhouse.org.