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Join the fun and snack while exploring rare cameras, vintage films, and more in a cozy Soho loft lounge
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About This Deal
Ever wondered where you can enjoy an evening surrounded by antiques while watching rare short films? At the Secret Speakeasy events, guests dive into the past with unique artifacts and engaging visuals. These gatherings feature everything from vintage medical devices to old-school films that are sure to spark curiosity. With a changing theme each month, there's always something new to discover. Whether attending live or virtually, this event is an experience like no other.
What we offer
This deal offers admission options for two or four people to the Secret Speakeasy Event. Guests will enjoy live or virtual access to themed presentations featuring rare artifacts and 16mm films. Each event promises interactive antique exhibitions that change monthly.- Admission for Four to Secret Speakeasy Event: Experience an evening of vintage film and artifacts for four people
- Admission for Two to Secret Speakeasy Event: Enjoy a night of historical treasures and 16mm films for two attendees
Why you should grab the offer
Attending one of these events means stepping into a world filled with historical wonders curated by experts who truly know their stuff. From hands-on antique exhibitions that spark curiosity to personalized thematic presentations tailored just for you, there's no shortage of engaging activities here. The flexibility of live or virtual attendance makes it convenient no matter where you're located. Plus, the exclusive opportunity for private location visits ensures a truly unique experience you won't find elsewhere. With notable features in major media outlets like NY1 News and TEDx talks, this isn't just another museum visit; it's an adventure into history itself.Fine Print
About The Museum of Interesting Things Secret Speakeasy
Think of The Museum of Interesting Things as a sort of reverse time machine: instead of you traveling to the past, the past travels straight to you. Curator Denny Daniel has spent the better part of three decades amassing a collection of antique inventions, toys, books, and household contraptions, which he introduces to modern audiences at schools and private events. Here's a few highlights of his collection of archaic marvels:
1920s Edison Toaster: Invented by the Wizard of Menlo Park's company, this early electric toaster looks old-fashioned compared to later pop-up models but was a revelation in a time when most people made toast by holding bread in front of a fire.
1940s Wolverine Adding Machine: Once the norm in classrooms (before the invention of digital calculators), this gadget used a stylus to slide numbers and perform basic addition and substitution.
1800s Milton Bradley Zoetrope: Film fanatics will recognize the zoetrope as the earliest form of motion picture. The device features a cylinder filled with stationary images that, when spun, appear to move in an animated fashion.
The Secret Speakeasy
Of course, the best way to learn about the past is to actually experience it. Which is why The Museum of Interesting Things also hosts an interactive event known as the Secret Speakeasy. The all-ages events follow a different theme each month, but they introduce guests to vintage short films, music, and demonstrations. See the website for the current month's theme.