New York City

Freud, gender, and trans childhood — a psychoanalytic talk

A writer-psychoanalyst discusses Freud's 'family romance' in the context of gender-nonconforming childhood, drawing on trans accounts and Cecilia Gentili's memoir.

Author Discussion: Pivotal Figures in Book Banning

Authors Gayle Feldman and Adam Morgan discuss pivotal figures who challenged book bans and reshaped American publishing in a New York City in-person and online conversation.

Fashion Under Fascism: Book Discussion

Author discusses Fashion Under Fascism: a conversation on how politics and culture shaped fashion in fascist Italy.

Economy of Philanthropy & Arts Patronage

Scholars discuss how philanthropy and patronage shape the economics of American culture and the performing arts, with references to The Wealth of Nations and David Lang's NY Phil premiere.

Race, Gender & Performance in Biography

WNYC's Arun Venugopal hosts a discussion with Sandip Roy and Mayukh Sen on race, gender, and performance in biography, tracing Chapal Bhaduri and Merle Ober.

Dreamscapes & Symbolism: Perspectives of Three Painters (Online!)

Online lecture exploring dreamlike symbolism in the works of Henri Rousseau, Gladys Mgudlandlu, and Lalitha Lajmi, with new insights by Nancy Ireson, Nontobeko Ntombela, and Skye Arundhati Thomas. A rich NYC art-history session bringing three painters into sharp focus.

Triangle Shirtwaist Fire and Workplace Safety: Past and Present

A historical talk on the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire and its lasting impact on workplace safety and prevention today.

Curators & Art Historians Discuss Humor and Horror in Art

A moderated conversation with curator Lynn Gumpert, Reiner Leist, and Susanne Rohr exploring the pairing of humor and horror in the Speaking in Pairs exhibition, unveiling how artists and writers fuse wit with unsettling imagery.

Lecture on Glenn Ligon's To Disembark

An in-person and online lecture by art historian Christina Knight on Glenn Ligon's To Disembark (1993), exploring race, time, opacity, and choreography in contemporary art.

50 Years of Apple: Stories, Impact & the Road Ahead

In NYC, a special lecture with David Pogue and guests on 50 years of Apple, its impact on tech, design and culture, and what lies ahead.

Photo-Based Artist Discusses Her Craft

Photo-based artist Stacy Arezou Mehrfar discusses her craft and explores memory, place, belonging, and the dialogue between individual and collective.

Ani DiFranco @ New York (NYC)

Ani DiFranco performs a live concert in New York City.

Screening: The Parrot Cartel

Join a film screening in New York City about The Parrot Cartel, tracing two investigative journalists and photographer Karine Aigner as they uncover environmental reporting behind the Rolling Stone story, followed by a discussion with Rene Ebersole and Carissa Henderson.

Explore the History of Bach Cello Suites

A scholarly talk on the history of Bach's cello suites with Edward Klorman, author of Bach: The Cello Suites.

Artist Talk: Andrea Cukier on Craft & Career

A bilingual artist-talk with Argentine visual artist Andrea Cukier about her craft and career in New York.

the chimp whisperer

Experts discuss primatology and Jane Goodall's legacy in a NYC bioanthropology lecture.

Artist Discusses His Craft & Career, Celebrating His New Book, Future Relic

Daniel Arsham discusses his craft and celebrates the release of Future Relic, sharing career tips.

Whitney Museum-Featured Artist Shares about His Craft & Career

Whitney Museum-Featured Artist EJ Hill discusses his craft and career, challenging social constructs through his work.

Learn about the Materialism of Italian Colonialism

Learn about the materialism of Italian colonialism in museums, circulation, provenance and restitution.

Experts Explore the Future of China-Russia Relations

Panel discussion on the future of China-Russia relations, energy ties and Arctic cooperation.

Handwork Residency: Jamie Okuma Meet & Greet

Parsons School of Design hosts Jamie Okuma for the Handwork Artist Residency, part of Handwork 2026 by Craft in America. Enjoy a Meet & Greet reception exploring textile craft, design practice, and career paths in contemporary fashion.

Tradition, Memory & Contemporary Art (In Person AND Online!)

Join artists Tony Cruz Pabón, Yelaine Rodriguez, and Nitza Tufino for a live in-person and online conversation exploring how tradition and memory shape contemporary art through sculpture, muralism, and storytelling.

Nona Hendryx: Performance & Conversation

Nona Hendryx hosts an immersive NYC salon of performance and conversation at the intersection of art, tech, and Black imagination.

Designers & Scholars Share Ideas on Fashion & Fine Art

Scholars and designers discuss the links between fashion and fine art at a symposium tied to the Art X Fashion exhibition in NYC.

Playwrights & Theater Experts on Political Theater

An expert panel featuring Doug Wright, J.T. Rogers, Bartlett Sher, and James Nicola examines the relevance of political theater today. Do plays still spark awareness or action in an age of spectacle? A stimulating NYC discussion on art, politics, and performance.

Abstract Artist Discusses Her Craft & Career

Worlds of Conscious and Unconscious Thought

A talk with Stefano Fusi exploring conscious and unconscious thought in a dialogue at the Italian Academy.

Philosophical Thought Salon: The Chinese Room

A drop-in philosophy salon in NYC exploring the Chinese Room thought experiment and its relevance to AI and LLMs, with accessible, jargon-free discussion.

Panel Discussion: Italian Women Writers (Elsa Morante)

Editors and translators gather in New York to discuss Elsa Morante and other Italian women writers, tracing their impact and the ongoing reassessment of 20th-century female authors. The panel explores translation, reception, and the evolving canon in contemporary literature.

Discussion: A Living Poem at MoMA

Poet-artist Sasha Stiles discusses A Living Poem, her MoMA debut, and how poetry becomes a live, generative form in contemporary art.

Ohan Breiding: Visual Artist & Filmmaker

Swiss-American visual artist and filmmaker Ohan Breiding shares insights into their craft and career, highlighting exhibitions, fellowships, and teaching work.

Learn about Generative AI in Lighting Design

Intro to generative AI in lighting design in NYC, with an interactive workshop to discuss current/future use and responsible standards.

AI's Impact on Education, Leadership, and the Future of Work

Experts from NYU and Google discuss how AI is transforming education, leadership, and the future of work. The panel tackles ethical integration, human judgment, and practical strategies, followed by a Q&A and a reception in New York.

The Warm-Blooded Fish Mystery: Evolution in Action

Join marine biologist Fernando Melendez Vazquez for an eye-opening talk on why only about 42 of 38,000 fish species are warm-blooded. Explore fossil records, genomic data, and the largest evolutionary tree of fishes to date, tracing the arms race among tunas, billfish, great whites, and marine mammals.

Multi-Media Experience on Food, Art, & Black Agrarian Thought

Bryant Terry leads a multimedia evening in NYC that weaves food justice, Black agrarian thought, and community-based art. The program opens with a talk tracing memory and land, then features Recipe for Staying Curious, a ritualized spoken-word piece that transforms kitchen practice into performance and political reflection.

Explore the History & Legacy of the Art of Photography

On 2026-04-06, a discussion on the evolution of the 19th-century photography market with Kraus and Darius Himes, exploring opportunities for collectors and today's market.

Artist & Curator Discuss Texas African American Photography Book

A live conversation between Rahim Fortune and Nicole R. Fleetwood about Kinship & Community: Selections from the Texas African American Photography Archive, and Fortune’s new photographic essay that repositions the archive in today’s context.

Visual Storytelling with Wabanaki Artists & Cultural Leaders

An evening of visual storytelling and conversation led by Wabanaki artists and cultural leaders, exploring Tekakapimak and place-based interpretation in the homeland of the Penobscot Nation. The program highlights Indigenous-led models for cultural continuity and the role of contemporary art in sustaining community resilience.

Explore the Relationship between Generative AI & Healthcare (In Person AND Online!)

A NYC in-person and online lecture examining how generative AI is evolving and its potential impact on healthcare, with insights from Dr. Humayun 'Hank' Chaudhry, president and CEO of the Federation of State Medical Boards. The talk discusses both opportunities and concerns for AI in medical licensing and patient care.

Retail Experience Design: CEO Talk

Tom Philipson, founder and CEO of YourStudio, discusses his career shaping retail experience design at the intersection of creativity, technology, and human-centered strategy. A focused NYC talk highlighting leadership for brands like Nike, Google, Snap, and Netflix.

Writers & Scientist Discuss the Art & Science of Memory

A cross-disciplinary NYC panel where acclaimed playwright Sarah Ruhl and neuroscientist Daphna Shohamy discuss the art and science of memory, moderated by Carol Becker. The talk blends literature and neuroscience to explore how memory shapes creativity, perception, and identity.

Embodied Archives: Black Femme Dance Writing Roundtable

A scholarly roundtable on Black femme dance writing and archival practice with scholars, curators, and writers.

Death Cafe Discussion Group

An informal, group-led discussion about death to increase awareness and help people reflect on their lives.

Discussion: Digital Platforms and Violence

A panel-style discussion in NYC on how extremist actors exploit digital platforms to respond, amplify, and glorify violence. Featuring Mariana Rosenblatt, Luke Barnes, and Tessa Harmon, the talk uses open-source intelligence to examine polarization and platform dynamics.

Celebrated Performers (Sutton Foster, Jeanine Tesori, & More) Reflect on Creative Relationships

At Lincoln Center's Visionary Artist celebration, composer Jeanine Tesori hosts a panel of celebrated performers—Emily D’Angelo, Sutton Foster, and Victoria Clark—for a candid conversation on the creative bonds between composers and the artists they write for. They explore trust, dialogue, and the spark behind iconic works.

Author Olga Ravn Discusses Her Craft & Career

An evening with Danish novelist Olga Ravn in NYC, sharing insights into her craft and career. In collaboration with Gyldendal, she discusses editing Tove Ditlevsen works and her recent books The Employees (shortlisted for Booker Prize 2021) and The Wax Child (2025), offering a window into contemporary European fiction.

Expert Shares Political Analysis on US-Iran Conflict

A conversation with historian Behrooz Ghamari on the history and dynamics of the US–Iran conflict, sanctions, and perceptions of Iran's role.

Hybrid talk on immigration history with Nancy Foner

Historian Nancy Foner discusses how past immigration patterns shape today’s debates, drawing on her book Immigration: How the Past Shapes the Present, in a hybrid in-person/online talk.

Experts Discuss Climate Migration

An expert panel in New York City brings together Anna Stilz, Sunil Amrith, and Leah Zamore to examine how climate migration is named, what it obscures, and how it shapes policy and public debate. A rigorous, interdisciplinary discussion on movement in a warming world.

Interview with Carnegie Hall-Featured Vocalist, Anna Tonna

Join a conversation with Carnegie Hall–featured mezzo-soprano Anna Tonna in New York City. The interview explores her acclaimed career, repertoire, and the life of a classical vocalist on major stages across Europe and the Americas.