Photo of the terrace from previous event by Julie Skarratt
For the first time ever the Museum of the City of New York is opening its "romantic sunset Terrace—overlooking Fifth Avenue and Central Park—for summer fun with a Prohibition Era-themed Speakeasy serving up classic cocktails and Roaring 20’s dancing music." The classy debauchery will take place every Wednesday evening from 6 to 9 p.m., starting next Wednesday the 15th. They've even renamed the joint, so if you're in the know you'll call it the Speakeasy at 1220 Fifth. Which sort of gives it away. Anyway, the $12 admission includes one free drink and access to current exhibitions. Food will also be available for purchase. Here's a list of other museums that get boozy after dark.
Fun fact: did you know that under Mayor Jimmy “Beau James” Walker (1926-1932), New York’s speakeasy count grew to some 32,000 establishments?





hrm, I feel unsophisticated and unedumacated.
Is it just me or is every chick there blonde, in a little black dress and taller than their dates?
you are correct sir!
I see 3 brunettes, but I think the bartender might be the only guy taller than the gals.
Behold, the wonder of stilettos.
The girl all the way on the right is brunette and short.
And cute too. Hey brunette on the right, call me!
This a photo of a past, private event at the museum, not a photo of the Museum of the City of New York's new Speakeasy Wednesday starting next week.