Upcoming Events

Annual Benefit

Benefit for Public Space 2024

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 @ 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate Design Trust’s visionary work transforming New York City’s public spaces! 

Past Events

Free!

Public Space Potluck

DIY Dinner Party at 60 Wall Street Atrium

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Saying goodbye to a persisting slice of 80’s Egyptian revival aesthetic at 60 Wall Street. 🕯️🌴

Public Presentations

APA NYM '23: Neighborhood Commons Panel

Friday, December 08, 2023 @ 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Join us at the American Planning Association NY Metro Chapter Annual Conference on December 8, 2023!

Free!

Workshops & Forums

The Neurodiverse City: Playground Sensory Audit

Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Calling all kids who receive special education (IEP) services, medical accommodations (Section 504 Plan) or disability services at school or home:

Free!

Public Space Potluck

Public Space Potluck at Uptown Grand Central

Wednesday, September 06, 2023 @ 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Gather with public space lovers for a community potluck under the Metro North Station in Harlem!

Exhibits, Tours & Conversations

Book Talk: Why Public Space Matters to New York

Tuesday, September 05, 2023 @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Join us for a discussion with Setha Low on her new book, "Why Public Space Matters," in conversation with Ya-Ting Liu, Matthew Clarke, and Quilian Riano.

Free!

Party

TURNOUT NYC: Silent Disco + Portrait Series

Saturday, August 19, 2023 @ 3:00 PM – Saturday, September 02, 2023 @ 6:00 PM

The Turnout NYC stage is back in Harlem! The 2nd Annual Learn to Love Yourself: Silent Disco & Portrait Series returns for three Saturdays August 19th, August 26th, and September 2nd

Free!

Public Space Potluck

Public Space Potluck at Gotham Park

Wednesday, July 12, 2023 @ 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Gather with public space lovers for a community potluck and a firsthand look at the new Gotham Park (formerly Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan!)

Free!

Exhibits, Tours & Conversations

3 Lots: Photo Exhibit On View Through July

Thursday, June 29, 2023 @ 6:00 PM – Friday, July 28, 2023 @ 5:00 PM

Free public event with our Photo Urbanism program to celebrate a new photo exhibition at the Brooklyn Public Library New Lots Branch, exploring vacant lots in East New York.

Annual Benefit

2023 Benefit For Public Space

Wednesday, June 14, 2023 @ 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate Design Trust’s visionary work transforming New York City’s public spaces! Each year, our Annual Benefit honors innovative leaders who are instrumental in the positive transformation of the city’s shared landscape.

Conference

The Restorative City: Designing New York City with Health at the Center

Thursday, May 11, 2023 @ 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

A one-day convening that will bring together urban planners, city officials, neighborhood advocates, and public health experts to center health equity in the design and planning of New York City. Watch the recording here.

Free!

Workshops & Forums

Neighborhood Narratives Youth Photography Workshop

Saturday, March 04, 2023 @ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Our Photo Urbanism program is hosting a youth photography workshop for ages 15-24 years with the Museum of the City of New York and NeON Photography. Sign up by March 3rd!

Free!

Public Presentations

Turnout NYC Panel: Building New Public Spaces for Artists

Wednesday, November 30, 2022 @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Join us at the Center for Architecture to learn more to learn more about leveraging public space to create equitable local arts access across the five boroughs.

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