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, 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, 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: WORLD AIDS DAY 2024

On December 1 & 2, the New York City AIDS Memorial honored World AIDS Day with programs including a press conference reading of names with partner Housing Works, a candlelight vigil with partner Out of the Darkness, musical performances by the Red Ribbon Revue, and a Queer Soup Night-led lunch service.

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Our Stories

We won’t stop until the epidemic is over. This year’s programming in observance of #WorldAIDSDay reminds us of the power we have when we come together as a community. As we honor those lost, we find strength to sustain the ongoing fight a
"I am here … because my son and I may not survive another four years of leaders who say they care — but do nothing." — Elizabeth Glaser, global leader in pediatric AIDS research, addressing the Democratic National Convent
When legendary choreographer and dancer Alvin Ailey died from AIDS-related complications on December 1, 1989, he left a request that his doctor "announce that terminal blood dyscrasia was the cause [of death] in order to spare his mother from th
STARTING TOMORROW, all are welcome to gather with us at #NYCAIDSMemorial for FREE #WorldAIDSDay programming in collaboration with organizations dedicated to bringing communities together to remember, reflect, renew, and continue the fight. ▪ Sun, De
Come warm up with us! 🍲🥄🍲🥄🍲🥄 The New York City AIDS Memorial (@nycaidsmemorial) is partnering for a third year with Queer Soup Night (@queersoupnight), a volunteer-run organization founded to strengthen local queer communities across the countr
 

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


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Recent News & Press

News & Press
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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GAY CITY NEWS: Brent Nicholson Earle maintains legacy of HIV/AIDS activism for World AIDS Day

Gay City News writes about activist and Out of the Darkness vigil organizer Brent Nicholson Earle. “Brent is an exemplary activist whose spirit of community and caring just warrants a celebration of his work,” Harper said. “I think it’s important that we gather each World AIDS Day to remember and reflect on what the community has been through.”

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GAY CITY NEWS: World AIDS Day events planned in New York City

Events will be taking place in New York City to mark World AIDS Day, which is commemorated annually on Dec. 1 to bring awareness to HIV/AIDS internationally, acknowledge those living with HIV/AIDS, and pay tribute to the lives lost over the years. The New York City AIDS Memorial is leading a free public observance of World AIDS Day with two days of programming. 

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