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Daily Archives: February 4, 2026

Congratulations to the Mechanics Institute Class of 2025!

The Board of Governors of The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen and the School Committee extend their Congratulations to the Mechanics Institute Class of 2025! “As you move forward, I urge you to embrace the same...

Read more February 4, 2026 at 1:11 am Meg Stanton

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The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York

Address - 20 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036

Phone: 212.840.1840
E-mail: victoria.dengel@generalsociety.org
Website: www.generalsociety.org

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The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York was founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City. Today, this 240-year old organization continues to serve and improve the quality of life of the people of the City of New York through its educational, philanthropic and cultural programs including its tuition-free Mechanics Institute, The General Society Library, and its century-old Lecture Series.

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