Founded in 1899 as the world’s first children’s museum, Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) is New York City’s largest cultural institution designed especially for families. The Museum’s mission is to provide first cultural experiences for children and families that inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Proudly based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, BCM serves 275,000 children and caregivers annually with exhibits and programs grounded in visual arts, music and performance, natural science, and world cultures.