City & State’s Trailblazers in Arts & Culture 2025 will honor the leaders driving New York’s arts and cultural institutions forward through advocacy, civic engagement, and collaboration with state and local government.

This celebration will recognize visionaries across libraries, green spaces, cultural centers, trade associations, and advocacy groups who are setting the standard for excellence and innovation in New York’s arts and cultural community.

Join us Thursday, October 30, 2025, for an evening dedicated to celebrating the individuals shaping the future of arts and culture in New York.

Get involved—reach out at events@cityandstateny.com to learn more.