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THE NEW YORK SOCIETY FOR ETHICAL CULTURE is a Humanist community dedicated to ethical relationships, social justice, and democracy since 1876. We celebrate life’s joys, support each other through life’s challenges, and work together to build a more just world.

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Putting ethics into action to build a more just world.

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Fostering curiosity and personal development to bring out the best in one another.

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Humanist programs for children, teens, and parents.

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The Social Service Board at Ethical Culture.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

Visit our landmark meeting house for inspiring gatherings, enriching workshops, youth and family activities, community service projects, and world-class entertainment.

Storytelling Circle (Online)

Free and open to the public online! One of the oldest traditions around the world is storytelling — folk tales, fairy tales, historic tales, family tales. Bring whatever story you...

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21 November 2024 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ethics at Ethical: ‘The Art of Happiness, Pt. II’ with Arthur Dobrin (Online)

Free and open to the public! This series is a guided reading of Arthur Dobrin's book The Lost Art of Happiness. Among the topics discussed will be the relation of happiness to ethics,...

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21 November 2024 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Humanist Happy Hour

Stop by our twice-monthly gathering of NYC’s Humanist, atheist, agnostic, and secularist groups featuring drinks, snacks, and great conversation. We hope to see you there! BYOB (no liquor). Snack potluck....

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22 November 2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Ethics and the Theater: Same Time Next Year

Our long-running staged reading and talkback series continues with Bernard Slade's Same Time Next Year! Join us for a reception 30 minutes before showtime, and for a post-reading talkback with...

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22 November 2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Metropolitan Entertainment Presents: Jesse Cook

Click here to purchase tickets. Notice: This concert is managed and ticketed by Metropolitan Entertainment.

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22 November 2024 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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Artist in Residence Jody Sperling

Dancer and choreographer Jody Sperling is the Society’s Ecological Artist in Residence.

Rent Our Spaces

Our meeting house holds a distinct place in New York City’s architectural history. Offering breathtaking views of Central Park and elegant, well-appointed spaces, we’re the perfect venue for your next special event.

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Your one-time or sustaining gift helps us promote progressive values, fight for social justice, and give voice to those who otherwise might not be heard.

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