The Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History
Our premiere annual series, the Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe Distinguished Lectures in Urban History, in which leading observers apply insights from disciplines including history, sociology, the arts, and architecture, examines New York City's ongoing evolution. Past speakers include actor John Turturro, and authors Qian Julie Wang, Dr. Jeffrey C. Stewart, Colson Whitehead, and Dr. Jill Jonnes.
An Evening with John Turturro
Join actor and director John Turturro, creator of many unforgettable New York characters and stories, for an evening of conversation with WNYC's Alison Stewart.
Beautiful Country: An Evening with Qian Julie Wang
Writer Qian Julie Wang delivers the annual Jeffe Distinguished Lecture in Urban History.![Augusta Savage with one of her pieces, Paul Robeson head shot, Langston Hughes [far left] with [left to right:] Charles S. Johnson; E. Franklin Frazier; Rudolph Fisher and Hubert T. Delaney](/sites/default/files/styles/square_320/public/Harlem%20Ren%20-%204.jpg?itok=fPmtMG3i)
Past Event: Revisiting the Harlem Renaissance
Pulitzer-Prize winning historian Jeffrey C. Stewart leads a four-session course about the Harlem Renaissance.
Past Event: An Evening with Colson Whitehead
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead discusses his deep engagement with the history of New York City.
Past Event: Trains, Tunnels, and Trees
Historian Jill Jonnes connects the past, present, and future of New York City's physical and infrastructural growth.Our Supporters
This program is made possible by Robert A. and Elizabeth R. Jeffe.
