Image credit: New York Public Library
Title: Curator Led Tour of “Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City” at NYPL
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 18, 2025; 6:45 PM; Tour begins promptly at 7:00PM
Duration: 1 hour
Capacity: 25
Cost: Free! (ART Members and Non-Members)
Location: NYPL's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, 476 5th Ave, New York, NY 10018
Meeting Location: Information Desk in Astor Hall
UPDATE: Due to a scheduling conflict, the starting time for the tour has been moved from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A reception will take place the same evening from 5:00–7:00 PM to celebrate the exhibition, featuring live music, conversation, food, and drinks, followed by a gallery tour at 7:00 for those who’d like to join. You’re all invited to attend both the reception and the tour.
Join us for a tour of Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City led by curator Hiba Abid. Niyū Yūrk explores the often overlooked history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to New York City, from the first waves in the late 19th century to the present. The exhibition highlights how New York City has shaped the lives, identities, and creative practices of MENA communities, artists, and writers. It also emphasizes their enduring contributions to the city’s cultural landscape and place in global culture.
This is an in-person event limited to 25 people. Registration is non-transferable. Please note that you MUST reserve a ticket in advance online in order to attend this event.In the occasion that the event is sold out, we highly recommend joining the waitlist. An ART staff member will reach out to you if a spot becomes available. Unless you've been given permission, please do not show up at the event without registering.
ABOUT
Through an array of materials—including local newspapers, rare books, archival documents, prints, artists' books, photographs, music records, and film—the exhibition showcases how these voices have been preserved and presented. Niyū Yūrk creates a dynamic dialogue across time, illustrating the evolving nature of MENA migration to the city as well as the Library’s role in documenting this history. While reflecting on new directions in collecting practices, it also aims to address gaps in those practices and envision a more inclusive archival future.
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Credit: Public Design Commission Archives
Title: Public Design Commission Archive Tour
Date & Time: Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM (Tour begins promptly at 6:00 PM)
Capacity: 15 attendees
Admission: Free! (open to A.R.T. Members & Non-Members)
Location: 253 Broadway, New York, NY 10007
Join the Public Design Commission Archives tour, which will review the origins of the PDC and the context for its formation. Additionally, the tour will provide an overview of the PDC's jurisdiction over permanent structures, parks and open spaces, streetscapes, signage, and art proposed on or over City-owned property through a close-up look at original documents, drawings, photographs, and architectural plans handpicked from the Archive. Finally, the tour will discuss the role that the Archive plays when it comes to providing vital context for old and current public projects and research assistance to PDC staff, New York City agency staff, and the public.
This is an in-person event limited to 15 attendees. Registration is non-transferable. Please note that you MUST reserve a ticket in advance online in order to attend this event.
In the occasion that the event is sold out, we highly recommend joining the waitlist. An ART staff member will reach out to you if a spot becomes available. Unless you've been given permission, please do not show up at the event without registering.
How to find Public Design Commission Archives
The archive is located at 253 Broadway (between Murray & Warren Streets).
Meeting location
We will meet in the lobby of 253 Broadway. After signing in with Julianna Monjeau (Senior Archivist & Information Specialist) you will be directed to pass through security and a metal detector in the lobby. Please bring a Photo ID and be prepared to remove belts or any metal accessories upon request.
About
The Public Design Commission (PDC) maintains an archive of projects reviewed by the Commission since 1902, documenting nearly 8,000 sites throughout New York City and providing a unique view into the history of the City’s public works that showcases how social, political and economic factors and world events can shape the public realm. Containing original documents, drawings, photographs, and architectural plans, the archive informs the Commission’s review of current projects and provides a valuable resource to researchers.
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Title: Archivists Round Table Annual Holiday Party
Date & Time: Monday, December 8th, 2025
Duration: 3 hours, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Admission:
A.R.T. Members – $20.00
Location: Parkside Lounge, (Backroom) 317 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002
The Archivists Round Table cordially invites you to the annual holiday party!
Please join your A.R.T. colleagues and friends on Monday, December 8th from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Parkside Lounge, to celebrate the holidays with delicious food, drinks, and fun giveaways.
Online Registration Required. Please note that advance registration and payment are required no later than midnight on Sunday, December 7th to attend.
Parkside Lounge is a strict 21+ age venue. You must be 21 and have an ID in order to enter the venue.
The party will be hosted in Parkside Lounge's backroom!
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