Classic TV Comes to Life
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Classic TV Comes to Life
Experience beloved TV shows of the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s like never before, getting closer to these characters than has ever been possible.
FREE
The Paley Center for Media
April 16, 2025 to May 25, 2025
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Exhibition Details

Long before the internet, smartphones, and personal computers, nothing captured our collective imagination and wonder like classic television series.

Beloved shows like I Love Lucy, The Honeymooners, and Happy Days were touchstones for several generations of Americans. From Lucy Ricardo to Ralph Kramden to Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli, these characters helped shape our childhoods—and our lives.

This exclusive exhibit features rare treasures from the collection of the late Dr. Stewart Berkowitz.

On Display

Ralph & Alice Kramden and Ed & Trixie Norton’s iconic outfits from The Honeymooners and The Jackie Gleason Show, and the memorable dining table, stove, and sink from the set
Fonzie’s leather jacket from Happy Days
The complete talk show set from The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson—get your picture at the famous desk!
Barney Fife’s uniform from The Andy Griffith Show
Captain Stubing’s formal suit, and ship railing, from The Love Boat
Ricky Ricardo’s silk smoking jacket from I Love Lucy and Lucy Carter’s blue skirt and blazer from Here’s Lucy
Sister Bertrille’s nun’s habit and cornette from The Flying Nun

Location

The Paley Center for Media
The Paley Museum
25 West 52 Street
New York, NY 10019

Image: Courtesy of the Paley Center for Media