The Astoria Motion Picture and Television Foundation was reincorporated
as the Museum of the Moving Image in 1985. A successful $20 million capital
campaign enabled the Museum to renovate one of the original studio buildings
and to open to the public in 1988.
The Museum of the Moving Image advances the public understanding and
appreciation of the art, history, technique and technology of film, television,
and digital media. It does so by collecting, preserving, and providing
access to moving-image related artifacts; screening significant films and
other moving-image works; presenting exhibitions of artifacts, artworks,
and interactive experiences; and offering educational and interpretive
programs to students, teachers, and the general public.
The Museum's Mission Statement was updated to add digital media in
May 1993
exhibitions. Star Trek: 40 Years of Fandom
This exhibition explores the cultural phenomenon that has spawned six
television series, ten motion pictures, and the undying love of a legion
of devoted fans.
Digital Play: Reloaded Digital Play: Reloaded is organized around the theme of action in its
different uses and interpretations.
MUSEUM HOURS
Galleries
Wednesdays and Thursdays: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fridays: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Free after 4:00 p.m.)
Saturdays and Sundays: 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Film Screenings
Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday afternoons and evenings.
35 Avenue at 36 Street
Astoria, NY 11106
(718) 784-4520 — Administrative Offices
(718) 784-0077 — Program Information
www.movingimage.us/
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