Non-profit organization · Midtown
History, Craft, and Culture in Midtown
A Midtown nonprofit organization preserving New York’s trade heritage through its library, lectures, events, and historic setting.
A Midtown nonprofit organization preserving New York’s trade heritage through its library, lectures, events, and historic setting.
Find books covering original techniques for plaster, lath walls, mouldings, restoration, and related building crafts.
Explore a beautiful building and library offering a glimpse into New York City’s architectural history.
Attend seminars, lectures, performances, and other programs held in the organization’s event spaces.
Located at 20 W 44th St in Midtown, the General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of The City of New York is a nonprofit organization with a library, historic architecture, and spaces for cultural events.
Visitors and members have highlighted its specialized books on traditional building techniques, beautiful interiors, architecture-focused history, seminars, lectures, and performances. Event access may vary, so visitors should check in before arriving.
Access specialized literature related to mechanics, trades, traditional construction, and restoration.
Take part in educational programs focused on architecture, history, craft, and related subjects.
Experience performances and gatherings hosted in the organization’s historic event spaces.
Visit a distinctive Midtown site with museum-like qualities, a notable library, and architectural character.
“Came out here looking for some specialized literature on original techniques of how to work with plaster and lathe walls and mouldings for a restoration of a historic townhouse I'm working on.”
“WOW!! What a beautiful space & I was honored to get to catch the Manhattan Symphony play there!”
“A breathtakingly gorgeous building and a stunning library. This building offers a rare glimpse into the history of NYC architecture.”
General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of The City of New York · Midtown
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