National Arts Club, Private arts organization in Gramercy Park, Manhattan, United States.
The National Arts Club is a private arts organization in Gramercy Park, Manhattan, housed in a Victorian brownstone building with Gothic Revival architectural details. The building contains multiple galleries, performance spaces, and collections that serve both artists and the public.
A New York Times art critic founded this institution in 1898 to support and promote American artistic development. That founding year marked the beginning of a space where artists and art lovers could gather and collaborate.
The organization takes its name from its mission to support American artists and their creative work. The spaces inside reflect this artistic purpose, with galleries and exhibition areas that regularly display rotating artworks and host performances.
Visitors should check which exhibitions are currently available, as galleries display rotating selections and access can vary depending on the type of event. Weekday visits often provide better opportunities to see exhibitions and participate in scheduled programs.
From its founding in 1898, the organization granted full membership to women, which was remarkable during that historical period. This early equality in membership reflected the founders' progressive stance toward female artists and art enthusiasts.
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