The Paley Museum: FREE ADMISSION TO NEW YORKERS ACROSS THE FIVE BOROUGHS

The iconic Paley Museum, where media, sports, gaming, and entertainment come together, today announced a major new partnership with the New York City Department of Social Services (DSS) that will provide free admission and program access to 1.4 million New Yorkers who receive public assistance.

Through this inspiring collaboration, Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cardholders across all five boroughs will enjoy free access to the Paley Museum’s blockbuster exhibits, immersive experiences, and dynamic public programs—opening the doors wider than ever before to one of New York City’s premier cultural destinations.

The announcement comes during Paley’s milestone 50th Anniversary year, following the grand reopening and ribbon-cutting of its newly renovated, state-of-the-art theaters and reimagined public spaces.

Under the program:

• EBT cardholders will receive free museum admission for up to eight guests which includes access to its blockbuster exhibits, the award-winning PaleyGX gaming and VR studio, the renowned Paley Archive Library, educational classes, Family Days, daily screenings, and so much more.
  
  
• Current exhibits include the just-opened 50th season milestone tribute to Survivor on CBS — Outwit, Outplay, Outlast: Commemorating 50 Seasons of Survivor — alongside an immersive, interactive experience honoring 45 years of Pac-Man. Upcoming programming features highly anticipated World Cup Watch Parties presented in both English and Spanish, a dynamic commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, live podcast tapings, songwriter and artist showcases, and much more.
  
  
• The first 1,400 EBT cardholders to enroll will receive a complimentary Paley Family Membership, unlocking additional year-round benefits including access to special events, character meet-and-greets, presales, discounts and more. Enrollment is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis for qualifying EBT cardholders.
  
  
• Advance reservations and walk-in admission options make visiting easy and convenient.

For more information about eligibility and enrollment, visit paleymuseum.org.

The Paley Center for Media

25 West 52 Street

New York, NY 10019

212.621.6600