Open House New York is a nonprofit organization that promotes unparalleled access to the city—to the places, people, projects, systems, and ideas that define New York and its future.

From the annual Open House New York Weekend festival to year-round programming like Urban Systems, Public Policy Talks, or Stacks, join us to take an inside look at how the city works.

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“Forget the Mayor, Open House New York holds the keys to the city.”

"Private doors swing wide open for Open House New York."

"If you haven’t experienced OHNY Weekend yet, think of it as the NYC lover’s dream come true."

“New Yorkers by nature are curious, intellectually minded people. OHNY fosters a spirit of coming together for anyone who is interested in learning about the diversity of this city and its built environment."

Karim R., Weekend Partner, Ismaili Jamatkhana Manhattan

"I love how OHNY Weekend brings out tons of folks who enjoy exploring New York. It’s like an annual convention of New York-loving nerds."

Shiloh F., Shiloh In the City

"OHNY provides avenues for me to advocate for positivity in our civic life and to expand the service of all this place has to offer to everyone."

Rachel J., Board Member

"Interning at OHNY pushed my boundaries, and I felt like a New Yorker for the first time."

Kevin C., Former Intern

Upcoming Events

Person Place Thing

Person Place Thing with Sara Caples and Everardo Jefferson
December 3rd, 2024
6:00PM – 7:30PM

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Brooklyn Paramount. Photo: Albert Tan.

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Take part in a community of curious New Yorkers while enjoying members-only perks, like special events, discounts, and a preview of the OHNY Weekend lineup.

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The Refinery at Domino. Photo: Ben Tso.

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Volunteers make our work possible! From OHNY Weekend and year-round tours to data analysis and social media, we are always looking for volunteers to help us open doors.

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Colossal Media. Photo: Nicolas Lemery Nantel.

Open Your Doors

Festival partners open doors and lead tours and activities that explore projects and ideas that define New York and its future. If you have expertise about a space more New Yorkers should know about, send us your place or tour idea to [email protected].

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