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Recent Events & Programs

Event: Hope Againt Hope This two-day program of community, song, conversation, and food was catalyzed by artist Ines Doujak’s decades-spanning practice and presented in partnership with the Center for Art, Research, and Alliances (CARA) alongsi

Event: Hope Againt Hope

This two-day program of community, song, conversation, and food was catalyzed by artist Ines Doujak’s decades-spanning practice and presented in partnership with the Center for Art, Research, and Alliances (CARA) alongside her current exhibition. On May 4, the Memorial hosted a parade and performances by Batalá New York, Brujas, The Blacksmiths, Christen Clifford, and Pamela Sneed.

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Exhibition: Dedications From October through December 2023, this new, site-specific installation by artist and activist Avram Finkelstein formed a conceptual 'sky' of memory and witnessing above the New York City AIDS Memorial, incorporating th

Exhibition: Dedications

From October through December 2023, this new, site-specific installation by artist and activist Avram Finkelstein formed a conceptual 'sky' of memory and witnessing above the New York City AIDS Memorial, incorporating the words of poet Irena Klepfisz.

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Event: World AIDS Day 2023 Each year, on December 1, the world gathers to remember those lost to and impacted by HIV/AIDS and champion the ongoing fight against the epidemic. To commemorate World AIDS Day 2023, the New York City AIDS Memorial hoste

Event: World AIDS Day 2023

Each year, on December 1, the world gathers to remember those lost to and impacted by HIV/AIDS and champion the ongoing fight against the epidemic. To commemorate World AIDS Day 2023, the New York City AIDS Memorial hosted its annual, free, and public observance featuring a day of programming in collaboration with organizations dedicated to bringing communities together in the fight to end AIDS.

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Our Stories

Robert Rayford died on May 15, 1969. He was 16 years old. Nearly two decades after his death, saved tissues from his body confirmed his HIV status, making Rayford the first confirmed person to live with HIV in the United States. His story is largely
An impromptu performance at a Juilliard School audition (he was there simply to accompany and support a friend) led to a four-year scholarship for Brooklynite Franklyn Seales to attend the school’s prestigious drama department. Seales is best r
Urvashi Vaid was an extraordinary and influential queer and AIDS activist for decades. On the anniversary of her passing (May 14, 2022), her leadership and legacy continue to inspire. This image, taken March 29, 1990, shows Urvashi interrupting forme
“Living with AIDS is like living through a war which is happening only for those people who happen to be in the trenches. Every time a shell explodes, you look around and you discover that you've lost more of your friends, but nobody else notic
LEGENDS OF DRAG returns this #PrideMonth! We are thrilled to announce the second annual celebration of our queer elders, who have long been cultural and spiritual leaders within our communities. Join #NYCAIDSMemorial at @whitneymuseum on Thursday, Ju
“He came out of the womb as the grand marshal,” remembered Mary Lou Harris of her brother, George, better known by his stage name Hibiscus, founder of the gender-fluid theater troupe the Cockettes. “He was just like the leader of th
 

Visit the Memorial

By Subway/Bus

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


By Bicycle

Bicycle parking available nearby. CitiBike→ stations located at Perry Street & Greenwich 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 →

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INSTALLATION ON VIEW THROUGH MAY 2024

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Image: © Jim Hodges, Courtesy of the artist and Gladstone Gallery; Photography by Daniel Greer

Recent News & Press

News & Press
PRESS RELEASE: New York City AIDS Memorial Announces June Cultural Programming

Announcing the New York City AIDS Memorial’s free, public events and programs coming June 2024.

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ARTFORUM: Top Ten

Chris Bogia is a Queens, New York–based artist as well as the cofounder and former executive director of Fire Island Artist Residency (FIAR). In February’s Artforum, he shares his Top Ten, which includes Jim Hodges’ Craig’s closet at the New York City AIDS Memorial, which, he writes, “interrupts the artist’s kaleidoscopic parade with a dark intermission,” as “a meaningful marker.”

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NEWSDAY: Fire Island AIDS Memorial overlooking the ocean will be a fitting 'tribute' to honor those who died, organizers say

NYCAM Board Member Eric Sawyer is mentioned in this article about a forthcoming AIDS Memorial on Fire Island. The proposed bipartisan legislation would authorize the building and maintenance of the memorial within the Fire Island National Seashore, a federally designated wilderness.

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GAY CITY NEWS: Advocates brave the rain at 32nd Out of the Darkness vigil on World AIDS Day

Despite rainy conditions, advocates joined together on Dec. 1 to commemorate World AIDS Day at the New York City AIDS Memorial in the 32nd annual Coming Out of the Darkness event. The gathering represented just part of a day-long slate of events at the NYC AIDS Memorial on World AIDS Day.

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SPECTRUM NY1: Community members unite on World AIDS Day

Friday’s downpour couldn’t stop community members from coming down to the AIDS Memorial in Greenwich Village to remember those who’ve died from the disease. For eight hours, community members recited the names of those lives lost.

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Help Keep Us Strong: Donate Become a Friend of the New York City AIDS Memorial by clicking here to make a secure online donation today! Thank you for your support!

Help Keep Us Strong: Donate

Become a Friend of the New York City AIDS Memorial by clicking here to make a secure online donation today! Thank you for your support!

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.

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JIM HODGES: Life, Love and Pursuit of Happiness
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JENNY HOLZER: In A Dream You Saw a Way to Survive and You Were Full of Joy
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Visit our store and browse a series of iconic, artist-designed items for sale, including an original SILENCE=DEATH print, books, and t-shirts by David Wojnarowicz and Jenny Holzer, both produced in partnership with RED HOT, as well as Jim Hodges.

All proceeds will support the ongoing maintenance and programs at the New York City AIDS Memorial.

 

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