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The New York Historical

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Our venues beautifully blend form and function, combining rich design with modern amenities while keeping sustainability in mind. They serve as the ideal backdrop to meet your event needs and enhance your guest experience with stunning views, history, artwork and more.

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The New York Historical

Located across from Central Park in Upper West Side, The New York Historical is an iconic landmark building with numerous gallery spaces available as rentals that accommodate a wide variety of special events.


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The Robert H. and Clarice Smith New York Gallery of American History

Reception: 450
Located right off our grand entrance on Central Park West, the Gallery is ideal for registration, breaks, and cocktail receptions. Among the highlights: a brand able display wall and six columns with customizable digital monitors.
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The Robert H. Smith Auditorium

Seated: 409 (Orchestra: 295, Balcony: 114)
The perfect venue for film screenings, upfronts, concerts, panel discussions, or TED-style talks, our sleek modern auditorium retains the charm of an intimate theater while offering state-of-the-art theatrical equipment. Our in-house AV teams provides extensive, complimentary support.
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Patricia D. Klingenstein Library

Reception: 300, Seated Dinner: 200
The Library boasts neoclassical architecture; soaring, 50-foot ceilings; and magnificent stained-glass windows that were gifted to The New York Historical in 1908. It's often rented along with nearby Dexter Hall.
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Dexter Hall

Reception: 250, Seated Dinner: 250
Host a dinner, cocktail party, or talk while offering your guests exclusive access to our permanent collection, including striking artworks like Le Tricorne, a painted stage curtain that's the largest Picasso on display in North America.
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Gallery of Tiffany Lamps

Reception: 300
A stunning display of 100 illuminated Tiffany lamps in a two-level, dramatically-lit space that's connected by a glowing glass staircase. When the Gallery is rented along with adjacent spaces, the entire fourth floor can accommodate up to 350 guests.
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North Gallery

Reception: 100
Mesmerize your guests with this unique setting that reflects the dynamic history of America.
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Skylight Gallery

Reception: 60, Seated Dinner: 48
An intimate space flooded with natural light and the perfect backdrop for an elegant seated dinner, a stimulating panel discussion, or a gathering of close friends, family, or colleagues.
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Oval Office

Limited
Our Oval Office re-creation is a fun, informative space for your guests to drop by and take a selfie.

Amenities & Petals
Styles at The New York Historical

  • Amenities

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    • indoor-event-spaceIndoor Event Space
    • meeting-spaceMeeting Space
    • tall-ceilingsTall Ceilings
    • wireless-internetWireless Internet

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    • historicHistoric
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    • landmarkLandmark
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170 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

Directions

To get started planning your event, contact:

Contact: 212.727.2424


Email: celebratefood@greatperformances.com

TESTIMONIALS

Fabulous celebrations!

Thanks for a fabulous event! It went great and I appreciate [the Great Performances] staff.
– Vera D.

You’re a star! I was so pleased with everything. The food was fabulous. You kept sending it out. You had the perfect amount of staff. Can’t thank you enough and I look forward – very much – to working with you in the future!

– Victoria W.

The evening was everything we could hope for and more. I loved every minute working with and we will be reaching out when future events pop up.

– Yvonne G.

Frequently Asked
Questions

Thank you for your interest in event catering at The New York Historical! Here you'll find answers to common questions about planning an event. Whether you're planning A Corporate Event, Seated Dinner, or Wedding, we're here to help make your event a success!

  • Can I have my event at The New York Historical catered?

    Of course! Great Performances is the exclusive caterer to The New York Historical. Our catering team is happy to work with you to help you plan the perfect catered event at The New York Historical.

  • How do I contact The New York Historical to organize an event?

    If you're planning on booking a catered event at The New York Historical, you can call Great Performances at 212.727.2424 or send us an email at celebratefood@greatperformances.com.

  • How much does it cost to organize a catered event at The New York Historical?

    Catering costs at The New York Historical vary depending on the requirements for your event including the number of people, type of event, style of service and waitstaff needs, and the food that is being served. Our team of expert event planners can help you design the perfect menu for your catered event at The New York Historical.

  • Can I get married at The New York Historical?

    As one of America’s preeminent cultural institutions showcasing artifacts and artwork significant to New York City and beyond, The New York Historical welcomes you to host your quintessential New York wedding celebration with us. Our experts at Great Performances can help you plan the perfect wedding at The New York Historical.

  • Can I rent The New York Historical during open hours?

    You can rent spaces in The New York Historical during open hours. To close a gallery to the public when the Museum is open costs an additional $5,000 fee per space.

  • Do Non-Profits receive discounts for renting spaces at The New York Historical?

    Yes, The New York Historical extends a 15% discounted rate on space rental fees for Non-Profits.

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