Mayor Adams Marks NYC 400th Anniversary with New Campaign

By Y.M. Lowy

Mayor Eric Adams announced a year-long celebration for New York City’s 400th anniversary, starting on New Year’s Eve. The “Founded by NYC” campaign will showcase the city’s history, culture, and diverse communities.

The year-long celebration will include a series of events reflecting the city’s cultural, historical, and artistic achievements. The initiative will involve a variety of organizations, from local community groups to citywide institutions, all coming together to participate in this monumental occasion. Organizations are encouraged to submit their events to the Founded By NYC platform to be part of the celebration.

“For four centuries, history has happened here. And in 2025, through our ‘Founded By NYC’ campaign, we will celebrate all those who came here from around the world over those 400 years to build our great city — the New Yorkers whose vibrant culture, innovation, and abilities continue to make us the envy of the world today,” Mayor Adams stated. “We will also celebrate the progress we continue to make every day to build a future that is safer and more affordable.”