American Museum of the Moving Image

35 AVENUE AT 36 STREET	ASTORIA, NEW YORK 11106
718784-4520 fax 718784-4681
photo © Peter Aaron

Motion pictures and television share a rich technological and artistic history in which scientists, inventors, artists and entrepreneurs have all played significant roles. The American Museum of the Moving Image is dedicated to educating the public about the art, history, technique and technology of film, television, video and digital media, offering visitors of all ages an opportunity to understand this history and its impact on our lives.

left: toward Tut's Fever Movie Palace by Red Grooms and Lysiane Luong (photo: Peter Aaron/Esto)

Featuring almost 1,000 historical artifacts, thirteen computer-based interactive experiences, film and video presentations, and demonstrations of professional equipment, the Museum's exhibition Behind the Screen takes visitors through the process of producing, marketing, and exhibiting movie images.

right: some of the collection's models
below: digital animation stands (photos: Peter Aaron/Esto)

Some of the "Behind the Screen" collection

Focusing on the jobs of many individuals whose collaborative effort results in a complete moving image product, Behind the Screen is a sophisticated look at the history and contemporary practice of film and television. The 14,000 square-foot exhibition was designed by Ali Hocek of AC Hocek Architects.

The Museum presents more than 300 programs annually, from silent films and Hollywood classics to digital art, television documentaries, and animation. All works are screened in their original formats. The 200-seat Riklis Theater is one of the most sophisticated and versatile screening facilities in the country. In conjunction with screening series, the Pinewood Dialogues offer an ongoing series of personal appearances by moving industry professionals. Approximately fifty guests participate each year in discussions and lectures.

Riklis Theater (photo: Francene Keery)

How to get to the Museum: 35th Avenue & 36th Street
R or G train to Steinway Street in Astoria (exit at 34 Avenue end of station). Walk along Steinway Street to 35 Avenue. Turn right and proceed to 36 Street. E or F train to Queens Plaza (coming from Manhattan or Roosevelt Avenue (coming from points east). Cross platform to R or G train. Exit at Steinway Street. Proceed as above. N train to Broadway (Astoria). Walk along Broadway to 36 Street. Turn right on 36 Street. Proceed to 35 Avenue.
Museum Hours:	Museum Admission:
Tuesday - Friday, 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Group tours by appointment, Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Adults: $8.00 Senior Citizens: $5.00 Students with valid I.D.: $5.00 Children ages 5 - 18: $4.00 Members: Free
Film & video screenings are included in Museum admission; additional admission fees are charged for special programs.