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

Art Night Schenectady is March 21st! New York Folklore will host the Aung Family, who will give intermittent performances of Karen music and dance.

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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
Karen women perform a dance number wearing bright pink traditional garb
Music & Dance Performance, Receptions

March Art Night

Date: March 21,
Location: Schenectady

Featured Artists

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

Kathak Dance
Apoorva Sonavani
Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena
Shelyan Madera
Lullabies
Gayane Dadian

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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...

Gayane Dadian

Gayane Dadian

Born in Armenia, I spent my childhood in the historical Armenian highlands of Artsakh where my grandparents indulged me in various traditional arts and crafts. A master of needlework, my grandma fashioned ornate and beautiful linens embroidered with traditional...