The Washington Square Association is excited to announce that we are returning to the Arch this year for our festive tree lighting. We invite you to join us for this holiday tradition that’s beloved by the community - please bring your friends and family. We will sing carols and are fortunate again to have The Rob Sussman Brass Quartet provide the music and Linseigh Green lead us through the Songbook of Carols, which we will happily distribute and can be found online.
Read MoreOn Saturday, October 22nd, the Washington Square Association hosted our second annual Washington Square Chess Exhibition. The event was held where some of the world’s most iconic chess tables exist, in Washington Square Park’s Chess Plaza, and featured famed chess Grandmaster John Fedorowicz leading a simultaneous exhibition against 26 players at once.
Read MoreCongratulations to WSA’s own Judy Paul for her nomination to the Washington Square Parks Arts Committee, recognition of her decades of contributions to our neighborhood, including the highly successful Village Trip festival.
Read MoreThis afternoon immersion in chess strategy in the Washington Square Park Chess Plaza will commence October 22nd with a lecture by chess Grandmaster, John Fedorowicz, and will be followed by a simultaneous exhibition during which Fedorowicz will play 23 players at once. Free to the public, all ages are welcome to participate.
Read MoreThe Washington Square Music Festival announces its program for 4 concerts in June.
Read MoreOur first Annual WSA Chess Exhibition with chess grandmaster Max Dlugy was a tremendous success. 23 players tried to best #1 ranked blitz chess players, and 2 were able to secure a draw - including a 9 year old. Check out the photos.
Read MoreIn response to growing concerns from our community about the state of Washington Square Park, the WSA has met with numerous stakeholders to formulate our policy recommendations.
Read MoreAfter multiple meetings, the WSA is pleased to report on the progress we have seen in the park and the policies that are driving the improvement.
Read MoreThe WSA is working with the Parks Department, NYPD and local community organizations to help address the chaos and lawlessness in Washington Square Park. Here’s what you need to know.
Read MoreWith 32 lights out in the park, the WSA sprang into action and coordinated with William Morrison, Brad Hoylman, Bill Castro and the Department of Transportation to ensure a bright and safer park.
Read MoreThe park is as beautiful as ever, so we pulled some of our favorite photos from different areas of the park to celebrate the beauty and creative energy of our beautiful park.
Read MoreThe Washington Square Association is pleased to launch a lecture series on contemporary arts in and around
Washington Square. The first program will focus on the exciting world of theater. Oskar Eustis, the acclaimed artistic director of The Public Theater, will speak about the enduring legacy of Joe Papp and the inspiration and support The Public Theater continues to provide for up-and-coming talent.
Read MoreMusic Director Lutz Rath has announced the 61st season of the Washington Square Music Festival, taking place Tuesdays in June on the Main Stage in the center of Washington Square Park. All four concerts are free. The Festival is under the auspices of the Washington Square Association, Inc. Seating is first come, first served.
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