Chairman’s Circle
Chairman's Circle members help ensure that visitors of all ages and walks of life will forever enjoy the Park as we know it today — an urban oasis for relaxation, recreation, and learning in the heart of New York City.
This dedicated group of supporters are the life-blood of Central Park, providing a significant portion of the Conservancy's annual funding through unrestricted gifts of $25,000, $50,000, and more.
Message from Thomas L. Kempner, Jr., Chair
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The Chairman’s Circle is the philanthropic leadership of the Central Park Conservancy. Members of this extraordinary partnership understand what the Park means to our 42 million annual visitors and to the economic vigor of New York City. I am most grateful to this committed group of Park benefactors whose generosity ensures the current and future well-being of this American treasure.
Chairman's Circle Member Benefits
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Private tour with Conservancy President & CEO, Elizabeth W. Smith
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Invitation to an exclusive annual holiday party at the home of the Conservancy Chair
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Invitation to a private dinner in Central Park, for members at the $50,000 level and above
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VIP reserved seating at Shakespeare in the Park and pre-performance cocktails and picnic dinners*
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Invitations to signature gatherings such as: Conservatory Garden Cocktail Party, New York Philharmonic reception and reserved seating, Annual Skating Party, Private behind-the-scenes events featuring Park experts and special guest lecturers
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Advanced access to tickets for The Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon, the Women’s Committee’s signature annual event
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Complimentary tickets for official Central Park tours and programming
CHAIRMAN'S CIRCLE MEMBER EVENTS
Upcoming Events
Central Park Conservancy Film Festival with Preferred Seating
October 6, 2026 – October 9, 2026 (4 days)
Women’s Committee Fall Luncheon
October 14, 2026 (Rain Date: October 15)
Ticketed benefit event
Autumn Amble Members’ Tour & Reception
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Bi-Annual Family Portrait Day
Saturday, October 24, 2026 (Rain Date: Sunday,October 25)
Reservations are first-come-first-served.
Marathon Breakfast
Sunday, November 1, 2026
2026 Annual Gala: Studio 72
November 18, 2026
Ticketed benefit event
Central Park Conservancy Holiday Lighting
Thursday, December 3, 2026
Chairman’s Circle Holiday Celebration, Hosted by Board Chair Tom Kempner & Kitty Patterson Kempner
In partnership with the World Monuments Fund
Tuesday, December 15, 2026
State of the Park Presentation with Betsy Smith, Conservancy President & CEO
January 2027 on Zoom
Annual Skating Party at the Davis Center
Monday, February 1, 2027
*For new members and members at the $50,000 level and above
To learn more about the Chairman's Circle, please contact Nora Weingardt at 212.310.6657 or [email protected].