Heritage & Traditional · Midtown

The Century Association

Literary conversation, art, longstanding tradition

By Aisha

Exterior of the Century Association clubhouse in Manhattan
The Century Association’s New York clubhouse. Photo: The Century Association

Location

7 West 43rd Street · Midtown

Access

Member nomination reported · election

Hours

Current member opening hours are not publicly listed on the official pages reviewed. Confirm with the association.

What it is

Founded in 1847, the Century brings together people engaged in letters and the fine arts.

Private pricing

Initiation / joining

Not publicly disclosed

Annual dues

Not publicly disclosed

No verified current initiation or annual dues schedule was found in the association’s public information.

Official association website

How to get in

New York Magazine reported member nomination and six recommendation letters in January 2025. Confirm current requirements with the association. Reciprocal-club visits follow a separate enquiry process.

What the space is used for

Conversation, dining, exhibitions, lectures and musical or dramatic programs.

Latest checked details

The six-letter admission detail is dated reporting, not a published current rule. Fees and full member schedules remain private.

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