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.
How Things Work in the Modern City with Kate Ascher, Author of “The Works”
Tuesday, June 7th at 6:30pm @ The General Society Library
America’s Got Talent and Other Recent Media Coverage
Including everything from a tour of our unique lock museum, to a behind-the scenes-look at the building, to being the venue for the PBS’ Artist Den‘s Vampire Weekend concert.
Artisan Lecture: Designer, Potter and Lamp-maker Christopher Spitzmiller on April 26
Tuesday, April 26th at 6:30 p.m. in the General Society Library.
A BURGLAR’S GUIDE TO THE CITY: A Conversation with Author Geoff Manaugh and Robert Krulwich (Radio Lab co-host)
Tuesday, April 5th at 6:30pm in the General Society Library and the John M. Mossman Lock Collection.
Mechanics Institute: An Educational Program of The General Society
Mechanics Institute offers tuition-free educational programs to individuals in the building and construction industry.
Mechanics Institute Graduation 2015
On May 21 we honored the 157th Graduating Class of the Mechanics Institute. Congratulations to the men and women who have successfully completed the Institute’s programs in their chosen discipline.
“The Home of the Artisan”
On May 14, 2015, in celebration of its 230th Anniversary and Season Five of the Artisan Lecture Series, The General Society commemorated its original theme, “By Hammer and Hand All Arts Do Stand”