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Heritage Celebrations
Heritage Celebrations
New York City is home to some of the world's most vibrant ethnic communities. MOSPCE's events are designed to embrace and celebrate the rich cultural tapestry that shapes our city. Each year, the Mayor hosts celebrations to highlight the diversity and civic contributions of New York's many heritage groups.
Here is a sampling from some of our annual heritage celebrations:
2022 Caribbean-American Heritage Reception
June 30, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams hosted a gathering at Gracie Mansion to celebrate New Yorkers of Caribbean descent.
Learn more about the 2022 Caribbean-American Heritage Reception
2022 Juneteenth Celebration
June 21, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams hosted a gathering at Gracie Mansion to celebrate Juneteenth.
2022 Russian-Speaking American Community Reception
May 19, 2022
Eric Adams hosted a gathering in Gracie Mansion to celebrate members of the Russian-Speaking community.
Learn more about the 2022 Russian-Speaking American Community Reception
Cinco de Mayo Reception 2022
May 5, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams hosted a gathering at Gracie Mansion to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
St. Patrick's Day Breakfast Reception
March 17, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams hosted Irish and Irish American New Yorkers for a reception to celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Gracie Mansion.
Black History Month Event 2022
February 24, 2022
In honor of Black History Month, Mayor Eric Adams hosted "Bridging the Gap: a panel discussion on the ways health, good, race, and culture intersect,” at The Apollo Theatre in Harlem.
Lunar New Year Reception 2022
Fabruary 8, 2022
For his first reception at Gracie Mansion, Mayor Eric Adams welcomed guests to celebrate Lunar New Year.