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Sept 28: The Restoration of the U.S. Capitol Cast Iron Dome

A second chance to enjoy this lecture, especially if you missed it first time round.  Please note this is not being held at the General Society. The Restoration of the U.S. Capitol Cast Iron...

Read more September 28, 2015 at 5:55 pm Karin Taylor

NYC Premiere of Heads, Hands, Hearts – Craftsmanship at Work

Heads, Hands, Hearts – Craftsmanship at Work. The New York Premiere of this Documentary with Director/Producer Kelly Candaele.   A documentary about the lives and work of the men and women who built one of...

Read more September 27, 2015 at 5:45 pm Karin Taylor

Artisan Lecture: Award-winning Sculptor and Designer, Tulis on April 3

Tulis, Sculptor and Designer,  Tuesday, April 3 AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY LIBRARY, The lecture starts at 6:30 P.M.  – RECEPTION TO FOLLOW. Abigail Tulis is a sculptor and artist based in New York. Gathering...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 6:42 pm Karin Taylor

Landmark Lecture: LPC’s Historic Building Data Project on 4/17

LPC’s Historic District Data Project. Lisa Kersavage and Daniel Watts. New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission.  Tuesday, April 17  AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY LIBRARY. The lecture starts at 6:30 P.M.  – RECEPTION TO FOLLOW.  The General Society Landmarks...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 5:39 pm Karin Taylor

Landmark Lecture: Creation of New York’s Garment District on 3/20

Andrew Scott Dolkart, Professor of Historic Preservation, Columbia University School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, Creation of New York’s Garment District. Tuesday, March 20th at 6.30 p.m.  The General Society Landmarks Lectures are presented in...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 5:30 pm Karin Taylor

The Roots of Radiant Heating – June 5th

 The Roots of Radiant Heating.   Dan Holohan, International Authority, Steam Heating and Hydronics and Founder, Heatinghelp.com.                  Tuesday, June 5th  AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY LIBRARY The...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 5:11 pm Karin Taylor

Saving Radio City Music Hall: A Dancer’s True Story, 5/16

Saving Radio City Music Hall: A Dancer’s True Story  Rosemary Novellino-Mearns   Wednesday, May 16th  AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY LIBRARY The lecture starts at 6:30 P.M.  –  Book-signing and Reception to follow  In her multi-media presentation, Rosemary Novellino-Mearns,...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 3:31 pm Karin Taylor

Celebrate the 150th Birthday of Charles Rennie MacKintosh on June 7

You are Invited to a Talk & Reception To Celebrate the 150th Birthday of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.   Presented in Partnership with:  The American-Scottish Foundation and The National Trust for Scotland Foundation USA   Introduction “Influence of Mackintosh...

Read more September 25, 2015 at 12:37 pm Karin Taylor

Preservation in Practice at The Green-Wood Cemetery on March 27th

‘Memories and Monuments: Preservation in Practice at The Green-Wood Cemetery’. Neela K. Wickremesinghe, Manager of Restoration and Preservation, The Green-Wood Cemetery.  Tuesday, March 27th AT THE GENERAL SOCIETY LIBRARY. The lecture starts at 6:30...

Read more September 24, 2015 at 7:27 pm Karin Taylor

FUTURE ARTISAN LECTURES: Spring 2018

Spring 2018 Artisan Lectures. Please join The General Society as we pay tribute to the art of craftsmanship. The Society will feature internationally known artisans who will talk about the intricacies of their specialized...

Read more September 24, 2015 at 5:59 pm Karin Taylor
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The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York

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Phone: 212.840.1840
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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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