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.
photo by Anne Rappaport-Berliner
Our Work
New York Folklore supports folk and traditional artists and organizations, showcases traditional arts and culture of New York State, 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.
Featured Artists
As part of our commitment to advocacy and promotion, we’re proud to feature the work of folk artists from the region.
News & Updates From the Blog
The 38th Annual Folk Arts Roundtable
At New York Folklore's 38th annual New York Folklore Arts Roundtable, we were joined, for the first time ever, by our neighbors from New Jersey! Our expanded group convened in the Bear Mountain State Park, Tompkins Cove, NY. The only thing more impressive than the...
The Celebration of Pinkster in New York State
Written by guest author, Chief Baba Neil Clarke The Pinkster Festival is a very important 350-year-old, but little known, Africanized celebration which took place annually in the Hudson River Valley region, including the N.Y.C. area for almost two hundred years. ...
Arab American Heritage Month
This blog post is courtesy of New York Folklore Board Member and Arab Artist, Nada Odeh. Learn more about Nada and her work on her website https://www.nadaodeh.com. Arabic Heritage Month One of the things that I like to celebrate as an Arab is Arabic calligraphy,...