Saturday, March 22, 2025
The Horological Society of New York (HSNY), America’s oldest watchmaking guild, founded in 1866, announces today its 159th anniversary Gala, taking place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City. This milestone event will bring together top watch brands, horology enthusiasts, industry leaders, and collectors to celebrate the Society’s rich history and its ongoing mission to advance the art and science of horology.
HSNY’s annual Gala is a glamorous evening filled with fine dining, scholarships for watchmaking students, and a live auction showcasing exceptional timepieces.
The Plaza Hotel’s Grand Ballroom, where dinner will take place.
Celebrating HSNY's 159th anniversary at the Plaza Hotel — one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks — promises to be an unforgettable night. This historic venue, rich with over a century of elegance and grandeur, provides the perfect backdrop for honoring the enduring art and science of horology. The Plaza Hotel is a National Historic Landmark, a New York City Landmark, and is well known for Truman Capote's Black and White Ball, held in 1966. With an overwhelming demand for tickets at previous Galas, the Plaza Hotel’s Grand Ballroom will make it possible to double the number of HSNY members, sponsors, and friends in attendance.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: The Plaza Hotel, 768 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY
Dress Code: Black Tie
Tickets for the Gala will be available for purchase on the following schedule:
Gold Tier Members: Tuesday, November 12, 2024, 12:00 PM ET
Silver Tier Members: Thursday, November 14, 2024, 12:00 PM ET
Bronze Tier Members: Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 12:00 PM ET
General Public: Thursday, November 21, 2024, 12:00 PM ET
Table reservations (10 seats) are available. Contact info@hs-ny.org for details.
A portion of each Gala ticket sale is tax-deductible and all proceeds from the evening will support HSNY’s educational initiatives, including scholarships for aspiring watchmakers and public outreach programs.
HSNY Gala, 2024
ABOUT THE HOROLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NEW YORK
Founded in 1866, the Horological Society of New York (HSNY) is one of the oldest continuously operating horological associations in the world. Today, HSNY is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the art and science of horology through education. Members are a diverse mix of watchmakers, clockmakers, executives, journalists, auctioneers, historians, salespeople and collectors, reflecting the rich nature of horology in New York City and around the world. http://hs-ny.org