While New York City is known worldwide for some of the most recognized museums, you might be surprised to learn of the Bowne House Historical Society, a 1612 landmark instrumental to the abolitionist movement and a safe space in the Underground Railroad. The Bowne House is one of the few accessible abolition landmarks in NYC and […]
Epicenter is partnering with UBS to host a discussion on the next generation of BIPOC leaders in Texas. Hear from a diverse array of executives and entrepreneurs disrupting their industries and innovating the future. Our agenda spans the latest on a beloved burger franchise, the future of your makeup, a family-run media enterprise, and more. […]
Make Music New York is a unique festival of free concerts in public spaces throughout the five boroughs of New York City. All of the performances take place annually on June 21, the first day of summer and longest day of the year. What sets Make Music New York apart from other festivals is that […]
Join Epicenter NYC for a discussion on BIPOC Entrepreneurship sponsored by UBS.
You’ve heard of Koreatown and Murray Hill in Manhattan, but what about the heart of NYC’s biggest Korean community in Murray Hill, Queens? Here, you’ll find one of the City’s best neighborhoods for incredible, authentic Korean food—from BBQ to fried chicken, gimbap to juk, and so much more. Now here’s your chance to share the […]
A private tour of the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport hosted by Epicenter-NYC.You are invited to join a private tour of the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport, a stunning new space and experience. A reception will be held afterward at The Sunken Lounge, located within the hotel. Please meet in the lobby of the hotel […]
"While We Watched" is a turbulent newsroom drama that intimately chronicles the working days of Indian broadcast journalist Ravish Kumar as he confronts a world of truth and disinformation. It is screening at the IFC Center starting on July 20 through July 27. View the trailer here. We have a limited amount of tickets available […]
Getting into a New York City high school can be stressful — and we would like to help make it less so. Simply gaining admission to a high school, knowing where to apply, understanding your child’s lottery number — where do you even begin? Join Epicenter's webinar with education expert Alina Adams and experienced parents […]
Epicenter NYC is pleased to present our 2023 group exhibition, Ground Games, at The Local NYC, from November 1 - 30. Nine artists from the Epicenter NYC archives will provide a glimpse into the broad spectrum of the NYC area art scene. Join us for an opening reception, a record release performance by Unagi, and […]
Epicenter-NYC recently hosted a webinar about high school admissions. Due to the high volume of questions about high school admissions for students with disabilities, they are hosting a separate webinar on Thursday, Nov. 16, at 12:30 p.m. with special education advocate Jenn Choi, who specializes in helping parents with the IEP process in New York […]
A spotlight on South Asian and BIPOC artists, curators and tastemakers to dissect the convergence of art, story and effecting change. Origin Stories: Sometimes the sequence of events that lead to a person finding their calling as an artist, or how one comes across a groundbreaking approach to making their work are as powerful as […]
Queen-based artist and Epicenter-NYC co-founder Nitin Mukul’s latest project and exhibition Heat Maps: Queens, a new series of durational painting video works, is raising awareness of the climate crisis on a local level. The art project focuses on specific neighborhoods in Queens that have been rated high risk on a scale called the Heat Vulnerability Index (HVI), […]
Prepare to don your metaphorical fedoras as we dive into the world of urban planning, political intrigue, and the sheer audacity of Robert Moses. In the spirit of unleashing your inner potential, enjoy happy hour until 8 PM with your first drink on Epicenter. Whether you're a seasoned negotiator, a strategic thinker, or just someone […]
Join us for a lively tour at the Weeksville Heritage Center, where you'll explore rich history and cultural heritage firsthand!Weeksville Heritage Center TourJoin us and the Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State (URCNYS) for an enriching experience at the Weeksville Heritage Center in central Brooklyn. Dive into the profound history and vibrant culture of […]
Join us for a screening of the legendary documentary Style Wars, followed by a Q&A with Producer Henry Chalfant Style Wars Screening We're excited to announce that the Bronx Music Heritage Center and Epicenter NYC will be presenting a special screening of the iconic documentary Style Wars. Dive into the dynamic world of New York […]
Join Rosebud Contemporary and Epicenter NYC on March 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. for an artist walkthrough and reception of the current exhibition, “Vision of the Invisible.” Enjoy complimentary craft beverages courtesy of award-winning Rupee Beer. The exhibition features pieces by Don Doe, Chandru G, Chris Bors, Nitin Mukul, Stan Narten, Natesh M, RJ […]
Learn tips and strategies to get ready for your child's IEP meeting at our event on May 2nd at 4:30 PM! The annual review is the time to question if your child has genuinely met their goals and advocate for their chance to meet challenging objectives to prepare for further education, employment, and independent living. […]
Join us for a guided tour of the Public Design Commission to learn about power brokers shaping our city's landscape! Epicenter-NYC invites you to a members-only archives tour of the Public Design Commission for the City of New York (253 Broadway). Since 1898, this agency, formerly known as the New York City Art Commission, has […]
Don't miss an insightful conversation about youth activism followed by family fun activities. Join us for an exciting in-person event and family fun at The World's Borough Bookshop where author Sonali Kohli will be reading from her latest work, Don't Wait, and engaging in a lively conversation moderated by Epicenter NYC's Femi Redwood. It's a unique […]
Presented by Epicenter NYC and Department of Transformation at The Performing Garage 33 Wooster St, New York, NY 10013 Featuring: Andros Zins-Browne, Angel Nevarez & Valerie Tavere, Aneta Stojnić, Canal Street Research Association, Daniel Pravit Fethke, Clarinda Mac Low, Ka Baird, Katie Freeman, Neel Murgai, Nitin Mukul, Oliver Herring, Payal Parekh, Prem Krishnamurthy, Sam Rauch, […]
Team Epicenter will be at several back-to-school events in East Elmhurst, connecting neighborhoods to important Covid-19 and flu-related resources. We’ll also have free crayons to give away!
Team Epicenter will be at several back-to-school events in East Elmhurst, connecting neighborhoods to important Covid-19 and flu-related resources. We’ll also have free crayons to give away!
Team Epicenter will be at several back-to-school events in East Elmhurst, connecting neighborhoods to important Covid-19 and flu-related resources. We’ll also have free crayons to give away!
Join us as Citizens celebrates a decade of strong and steady growth and three incredible years in New York City! On September 24 from 2 to 4:30 p.m., we’re hosting a community street fair outside the New York Stock Exchange to mark the 10th anniversary of becoming a public company. We invite you to take […]
Epicenter NYC and Art Retail Therapy are teaming up! Every month you can view the work of a new Epicenter feature artist on the walls at the Art Retail Therapy store in Jackson Heights. September's feature artist is Winnie Sidharta Winnie Sidharta is an Indonesian-born Chinese artist based in Queens. Sidharta’s collages, paintings, drawings, and […]
