UPCOMING EVENT

COMMUNITY AIDS MEMORIAL

QUILT-MAKING WORKSHOPS

SATURDAY, MARCH 29 &
SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2025

Past Programs

PERFORMANCE:
PHILIP GLASS: STRING QUARTET NO. 4 (BUCZAK)

The spirit of visual artist Brian Buczak (1954—1987) is memorialized in the fourth string quartet of Philip Glass (1937—), one of the composer’s most intimate works. On October 27, 2024, what would have been Buczak’s 70th year of life, the acclaimed Mivos Quartet performed Glass’s tribute in a free concert organized by composer Nick Hallett as part of the Memorial’s live art series.

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Black and white portrait of artist David Wojnarowicz posed in front of his Gagging Cow image

EVENT:
DAVID WOJNAROWICZ: 70 YEARS

On September 14, 2024, on the occasion of what would have been his 70th birthday, the David Wojnarowicz Foundation in collaboration with the New York City AIDS Memorial, Visual AIDS, and P·P·O·W staged a production of Wojnarowicz’s seminal monologues, The Waterfront Journals, with an incredible roster of special guest readers and music by Rimbaud Hattie.

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EVENT:
BROADWAY REVISITED

On March 3, 2025, Broadway stars gathered for a benefit cabaret for the New York City AIDS Memorial at Joe’s Pub. Hosted by Tony Goldwyn and directed by Rob Ashford, the evening featured a dazzling musical review of Broadway’s hidden gems, current moments, and future classics, with all proceeds supporting the Memorial’s upcoming educational and cultural programs.

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Our Stories

Come together with your community as we honor those lost to AIDS. All are welcome to participate in free workshops presented by #NYCAIDSMemorial and the School of Visual Arts @svanyc in support of the ongoing exhibition at SVA, "TO LOVE–TO
March 20 is National Native HIV/AIDS Awareness Day #NNHAAD2025. Indigenous American communities observe this day on the first full day of Spring to represent balance, equality, and new beginnings, and as a celebration of life for all peoples. This is
On March 19, 1987, the FDA approved the first antiretroviral drug, zidovudine, abbreviated as AZT. According to @americanhistory, AZT was “approved in record time with only one trial on humans instead of the standard three, and that trial was s
Antonio Lopez is regarded as one of the most influential fashion illustrators ever. Working alongside his creative partner, Juan Ramos, for nearly three decades, Antonio revolutionized the canon with his virtuosic drawings that were imbued with fanta
Jermaine Stewart—best known for his 1986 Billboard hit “We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off”—died on March 17, 1997, due to liver cancer caused by AIDS. He was 39 years old. Stewart’s single was an international hit, w
#NYCAIDSMemorial is honored to have collaborated with the School of Visual Arts @svanyc to present "TO LOVE–TO DIE; TO FIGHT. TO LIVE.: Art and Activism in the Time of AIDS,” an exhibition honoring all forms of art-based activism ami
 

Visit the Memorial

The New York City AIDS Memorial is located at the corner of Greenwich Avenue and West 12 Street in New York’s historic West Village.

By Subway/Bus

Take the 1 2 3 F or M trains to 14th Street, the L train to 6th or 8th Avenue, or the A C or E trains to 8th Avenue. Nearest buses: M7, 14A, 14D, and M20. Learn more at the MTA→


By Bicycle

Bicycle parking is available nearby. CitiBike→ stations are located at Perry Street & Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich Avenue & 8th Avenue, and West 13 Street & 7th Avenue

Parking

There is no official parking available at the New York City AIDS Memorial, but there are multiple paid parking and street parking locations in the surrounding neighborhood


Directions

Directions to the Memorial →

Support for New York City AIDS Memorial programs is generously provided, in part, by:

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Recent News & Press

News & Press
A MESSAGE: From the Leaders of AIDS Memorials and Monuments

A message from the leaders of AIDS memorials and monuments in San Francisco, New York, and West Hollywood regarding the recent freeze on US foreign aid. We strongly urge the Administration to resume funding immediately and to allow this lifesaving medication to be delivered without delay and the Congress to take all action within its authority to ensure that funding already authorized by federal law continues to flow without interruption.

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SVERIGES RADIO: We must not forget the AIDS epidemic

In this report from Sveriges Radio (Sweden), New York City AIDS Memorial Executive Director Dave Harper speaks about the various ways to keep the legacy of the AIDS epidemic alive.

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GAY CITY NEWS: New Yorkers mark World AIDS Day with vigils and readings

New Yorkers joined memorials, marches, and readings at several gatherings around the city in commemoration of World AIDS Day, which is observed annually on Dec. 1 [and] continued on Dec. 2 with a reading of the names of people lost to AIDS.

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NY1: New Yorkers commemorate World AIDS Day with reading of the names

NY1 spent some time at the New York City AIDS Memorial for our observance of World AIDS Day and reading of names on December 2, 2024.

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NY1: City prepares for 37th annual World AIDS Day

Dave Harper, executive director of the New York City Aids Memorial, joined anchor Rocco Vertuccio "Weekends on 1" Saturday morning to discuss World AIDS Day events happening Sunday in the five boroughs.

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HIV/AIDS Timeline A lot has happened over the past forty years. Click here to learn more about the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

HIV/AIDS Timeline

A lot has happened over the past forty years. Click here to learn more about the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

About the Memorial Design The Memorial was designed by Studio a+i with granite pavers designed by world-renowned visual artist Jenny Holzer. Click here to learn more.

About the Memorial Design

The Memorial was designed by Studio a+i with granite pavers designed by world-renowned visual artist Jenny Holzer. Click here to learn more.

Banner Photograph courtesy of Maharam; Illustration: Cabaret photo by David Andrako; Brian Buczak, Phil, 1986 (Detail), Courtesy of the Geoffrey Hendricks Estate and Gordon Robichaux, NY; Peter Hujar, Untitled (David Wojnarowicz with cow mural)’ (1983) © Peter Hujar Archive, courtesy Peter Hujar Archive/Pace Gallery/Fraenkel Gallery.