NYC Police Museum Board Of Trustees
Programs

Our Mission:
Incorporated in 1998, The New York City Police Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the New York City Police Department, the world’s largest and most famous police force. The Museum strives to be an accessible resource for all the communities of the city of New York. Through its exhibitions, collections and educational programming, the Museum illustrates how the policies and culture of the NYPD have evolved over time to meet the changing needs of the City. The Museum serves as an educational institution, living memorial, and bridge of understanding between the various communities of New York, the international community and the New York City Police Department.

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The Police Museum gives visitors an insider’s look at the history and traditions of the largest police force in the country and its role in the history of New York City.  With artifacts that date all the way back to the Dutch settlers, visitors can discover the impact of the NYPD over the last three centuries. They will find out the reason police precincts around the nation are marked with green lights outside their doors, why officers are called “cops,” why their bosses are called “brass” and which came first, the Model T or the Highway Unit?  Visitors will hear the moving stories of officers responding to the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001 and learn how the NYPD now works beyond the borders of New York City to ensure the safety of every citizen.  They will also view the shields of every officer killed in the line of duty since 1845, and can contemplate the bravery and dedication it takes to be one of New York's Finest.

The New York City Police Museum Board of Trustees:

Museum President:
Carol Safir

Museum Vice-President:
Terence E. Smolev, Esq., Forchelli, Curto, Schwartz, Mineo & Carlino & Cohn LLP

Museum Treasurer:
Robert Fagenson, Van Der Moolen Specialists

Museum Secretary;
Brian S. Waterman, Newmark & Company Real Estate, Inc.

Board Members
Richard A. Berman, Manhattanville College
Gerry Byrne
Sandra Capek, BNY Mellon, Wealth Management
John A. Catsimatidis, Red Apple Group
Robert F. Dall
G. Joseph Dippell, G. J. Dippell & Co., Inc.
Joseph P. Dunne, UBS/Paine Webber
Steve Fisher, Plaza Construction Corporation
John A. Flynn, Patrolman's Benevolent Association
Tom Fontana, The Levinson/Fontana Company
Rick Friedberg, Liberty Connections Ltd.
David M. Gildea, Morgan Stanley
Patrick E. Kelleher, Merrill Lynch & Co.
Dennis R. Klein, Nussbaum, Yates, Berg, Klein & Wolpow, LLP
Lew Leone, WNYW/WWOR
MaryEllen O’Donohue, MS&L
Howard Safir, SafirRosetti
Jack Schecter, Smith Barney Inc.
Kent M. Swig, Swig Equities
Tom Zapf, Macy*s

Founder's Circle:
William Fugazy, Fugazy International
Richard Grasso
Kenneth G. Langone, Invemed Associates LLC
Patrick J. Lynch, Patrolman's Benevolent Association
Mark Nathanson, Forensic Investigative Associates
John Wren, Omnicom Group, Inc.


Ex-officio Members:
Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly, New York City Police Department
Assistant Commissioner Deborah Zoland, New York City Police Department

 

Programs

In addition to mounting engaging exhibitions telling the history of the New York City Police Department, The New York City Police Museum also provides educational and family programming year round. All of our programs are open to the public.

Some of our annual programs include:

Back-to-School Safety Day
Join McGruff the Crime Dog at the Police Museum for an afternoon of back-to-school safety. Adults and children learn a range of safety skills from school bus, subway and pedestrian safety, Stranger Danger, to internet safety and awareness. Program is free with paid admission. RSVP recommended.

Bike Safety Day
In partnership with the New York City Department of Transportation and Safe Kids, children and their families can get ready for a fun and safe summer by learning about bicycle safety. Each child will receive a free helmet when accompanied by a parent or guardian, while supplies last. Technicians will be on hand to check that children’s bicycles and helmets fit properly. Children learn the rules of the road with sign recognition and proper signaling. They can then test their skills and knowledge on an obstacle course monitored by bike safety instructors. Children and adults are encouraged to bring their bicycles. Bike Safety Day is free for all but advance registration is highly recommended.

Blood Drive
In honor of National Police Week, The New York City Police Museum hosts an annual blood drive. (Usually falls on second week in May.)

Car Seat Safety Day
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, as many as 85% of all car seats are improperly installed. Bring your car to The New York City Police Museum and have your child’s seat checked out by a Certified Inspector from the New York City Department of Transportation. The service is free but advance registration is highly recommended.

Car Show
The Museum largest annual event returns each June. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to view a piece of New York City’s history when the Police Museum displays classic patrol vehicles used by New York’s Finest at its Annual Car Show. Also on display will be original and replica cars from famous crime-fighting television series. The show takes place right outside the historic Museum. Car owners will be on hand to show off their prize possessions and answer questions. This is a free event.

Family Fair Day
The New York City Police Museum invites you and your family to salute New York’s Finest! Enjoy a fun-filled day with free activities and snacks while learning about the different departments and units of the NYPD, such as the Mounted Unit and the Emergency Services Unit (ESU). This is a free event.

Halloween Party
Children and their families enjoy a howling good time at The New York City Police Museum’s annual Halloween Party. Take part in various fun, spooky Halloween activities while learning how to stay safe while trick-or-treating. Activities also include a haunted house and costume contest. Program is free with paid admission. RSVP recommended.

Heritage Hall Series
The New York City Police Museum highlights several different NYPD Fraternal Organizations throughout the year. For more information and scheduling, contact the Museum at (212) 480-3100 x102.

Holiday Party
Come to The Police Museum’s annual Holiday Party in December for a day of holiday cheer, festive goodies, and arts activities. While at the Museum, participate in the Toys for Tots campaign and enroll your child in Operation SAFE CHILD. Free admission with any toy donation.

Junior Detective Day
Participants can sharpen their observation and memory skills as they find evidence and solve a crime. This program emphasizes the type of work the NYPD detectives engage in daily, and provides you and your child the opportunity to use some of the same critical thinking skills used by real NYPD detectives. Be prepared to transform from a bystander to a super sleuth! Program is free with admission.

Safe Teen Driving
Whether you are a parent whose teen is about to sit behind the wheel or a teen looking forward to your first driving lesson, this class is intended to be helpful for everyone involved. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend with their teen(s). Program is free with paid admission. RSVP recommended.

Suspense in the City Writers Series for Police Museum Members
Several times throughout the year, The New York City Police Museum invites mystery writers to discuss and answer questions about their new book. If time permits, authors will sign books. For more information, scheduling and reservation, contact Iris Stephen at (212) 480-3100 x125 or istephen@nycpolicemuseum.org. for Police Museum Members.