Welcome to the General Society of Mechanics and Tradesmen
Founded in 1785 by the skilled craftsmen of the City, our organization continues to serve and improve the quality of life of the people of the City of New York.
The Past, Present and Future of the General Society
Please click here for a short video history of The General Society.
Celebrating Labor and Craftsmanship – Awards Gala November 14, 2019
2019 Craftsmanship Award Recipient John Hazen White, Jr. Executive Chairman & CEO Taco Group Holdings, Inc. Our honoree this year is John Hazen White, Jr., Executive Chairman & CEO of Taco Group Holdings, Inc....
Fall 2019 GSMT News
Please Click Here to read the Fall 2019 Newsletter. We are grateful for your support of the programs of The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York.
General Society Fall Lecture Series
General Society Fall Lectures Series Commence on September 9th Tuesday, October 15th at 6.30 p.m., The Marriage of Photography and Architecture with Art Historian, Sharon Suchma Art historian, Sharon Suchma, PhD, will explore The Marriage of...
Archtober & Open House New York at the General Society
ARCHTOBER 2019 & Open House New York AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY. This Weekend (October 18-20) is Open House New York. Open House New York provides broad audiences with unparalleled access to the extraordinary...
Mechanics Institute Programs
Mechanics Institute Programs Since 1858, Mechanics Institute has provided tuition-free evening instruction in trades-re- lated education and provided a critical service to improve job opportunities for New Yorkers in the building and construction industry....
Congratulations to the Mechanics Institute Class of 2019
The Board of Governors of The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen and the School Committee extend their Congratulations to the Mechanics Institute Class of 2018
Tuesday, October 23 – The Stones of Yale with Adam Van Doren
Tuesday, October 23 – The Stones of Yale with Adam Van Doren Author and Artist, Adam Van Doren will discuss his new book, The Stones of Yale in which he explores the architecture, history and spirit of...
Landmark Lectures in 2019
2019 Landmark Lectures. The Landmarks lectures focus on the origin, development, and restoration of New York City’s built environment, and celebrate the art and architecture of the City. Lisa Easton, a partner in the New...