The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center

09/26/2026

The weather kept us from cycling this weekend, but our riders are still raising funds that fuel our life-saving, identity-affirming services. Help us cross the finish line by donating at cycleforthecause.org!

09/18/2026

We stand with New York’s transgender youth and their families, and with the medical professionals who have the courage and integrity to provide essential care despite political interference.

09/13/2026

Join us for the opening reception of Manhattan Sunday: Capturing the Morning After this Friday, September 18 at 6:30 PM 🪩 You’ll hear about Richard Renaldi’s most notable memories before dancing the night away with DJ Peter Napoli!

RSVP at gaycenter.org/mnahattansunday 📸

About the exhibition:
Richard Renaldi takes us into the world of New York City nightlife, when the party didn’t end until sunrise. Renaldi’s photographs capture the vibrancy, freedom, and pleasure of the q***r club scene.

08/20/2026

Last week, we was thrilled to bring over 50 young leaders, donors, and supporters to the New York Liberty (New York Liberty) game as one of the non-profit partners of the game, along with OPEN Finance Women+ (OPEN Finance) and Sapphic Setup (Sapphic Setup) 🏀🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

08/12/2026

08/04/2026

LGBTQ+ survivors of IPV/DV can find support at The Center.

Call our hotline at 212-620-7310 Mondays–Fridays from 8 AM–6 PM.

Visit gaycenter.org/safe for more information.

06/09/2026

Join us this Thursday, June 11, for the opening reception of Be dazzled—a vibrant three-person exhibition featuring works by Khae Haskell (), James Jaxxa (), and Joan Reutershan ()! 🌟 Through mixed media, collage, sculpture, and installation, the artists explore q***r materiality, luminosity, memory, and urban life. Celebrate an evening of art, conversation, and community as we gather to experience these dazzling reflections of q***r creativity and lived experience. Visit gaycenter.org/bedazzled to RSVP 🔗

Light refreshments will be served.

Be dazzled, on view through August 30.

06/06/2026

35 years ago today, in 1991, The Center’s Pat Parker/Vito Russo library opened its doors to the public! The library contains hundreds of books and videos for reading, reference, education, and enrichment. The library is named in honor of two individuals who championed LGBTQ+ causes in their professional and personal lives. The late le***an poet Pat Parker, author of “Movement in Black,” was hailed by many as a “lead voice and caller” in the le***an-feminist cultural scene. The late gay film historian Vito Russo was the author of “The Celluloid Closet: Homosexuality in the Movies,” released as a motion picture in 1996.

The Library is open Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. and Sundays from 12-4 p.m.

To learn more and browse the full collection, visit gaycenter.org/library 📚🔗

3rd photo credit Tess Derby 📸

06/02/2026

“Our community has never survived because the world suddenly became safe for us. We survived because we built places that made survival possible. Places where we could heal, organize, and find joy. That is The Center’s legacy. And it is the future we are continuing to build and fight for together.” —Dr. Carla Smith, CEO of The Center

Last night, we hosted our 12th annual Fashion Centered gala which raised over $275K for our life-saving programs and services while celebrating figures in the fashion industry. the iconic received our Lifetime Achievement Award for his commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. presented him with this honor after a beautiful speech about Thom Browne’s impact and artistry. closed the evening with two beautiful acoustic covers.

To learn more about Fashion Centered, visit gaycenter.org/fashioncentered!

📸 BFA & Sam Lee

05/21/2026

Center Stage, presented by the wonderful Lea DeLaria and Tom Kirdahy, is BACK for its 2nd year! One lucky Instagram follower will win TWO free tickets to the show at Joe’s Pub on Monday, June 8 at 7 PM! The night will include unforgettable performances from stars of Broadway, television, and film!

To enter:
🎤 You MUST follow The Center’s Instagram
🎤 You MUST fill out the form at gaycenter.org/giveaway)

*NO purchase or donation necessary to enter or win.*

You can also buy tickets at gaycenter.org/centerstage 🎟️