New York Folklore

We encourage and amplify the diverse folk cultural expressions of New York and of all its residents through education, support, and outreach.
Upcoming Event

Upcoming Event

Arab American Heritage Month is celebrated each April.  New York Folklore is supporting two events during this month, in collaboration with Arabesques, a Buffalo-based organization.

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Our Work

New York Folklore supports folk and traditional artists and organizations, showcases traditional arts and culture of New York State, connects traditional artists and communities to a network of artists and tradition bearers, produces publications and programs, and builds community-based skills and expertise for greater appreciation of New York’s diverse communities and heritages.

Voices

Published continuously since 1945, Voices is the flagship publication of New York Folklore and one of the foremost publications in folklore studies.

Cultural Services

Working in conjunction with NYSCA and other agencies, we provide support services and advocacy for folk artists across New York

Gallery & Shop

New York Folklore Gallery is a consignment gallery featuring works from dozens of artists, nestled in the heart of downtown Schenectady.

Events & Outreach

New York Folklore sponsors events at our gallery and around the region to celebrate New York’s rich folklore traditions.

Teenagers engaged in artistic activities, framed in egg shaped frames along with the NYF logo

Featured Artists

As part of our commitment to advocacy and promotion, we’re proud to feature the work of folk artists from the region.

Bee-Keeping
Robert "Bob" Rawluk
Kathak Dance
Apoorva Sonavani
Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena
Shelyan Madera

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Robert Rawluk aka “Bob the Beekeeper”

Robert Rawluk aka “Bob the Beekeeper”

My name is Robert Rawluk, or, as I’m known to many young and elder people, Bob the Beekeeper.I have worn many hats in my life. A laborer, a plumber, an artist, an art teacher, a florist, a furniture store owner, a cabinetmaker, an engineering teacher, and finally, a...

Apoorva Sonavani

Apoorva Sonavani

My name is Apoorva Sonavani. I was born in central India. I am a watercolor artist, a percussion enthusiast, and a Kathak dancer. Kathak is a classical dance form from India. In my childhood, my parents enrolled me in a dance and music class for creating a treasure to...

Shelyan Madera

Shelyan Madera

I was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. At a young age, my parents were my inspiration. My father is an artist and a musician. He loves to sing, play the piano, and paint things that remind him of Puerto Rico. My mother is also a talented musician who likes to sing music...