The Conservators Program

Members of the Conservators Program provides vital support to the Annual Fund for the general operations of the Research Libraries. In return, members enjoy an exclusive series of engaging, challenging discussions on books and current events with such prominent speakers and authors as Tom Wolfe, James Shapiro, Simon Schama, Gerald Clarke, Louis Auchincloss, AM Homes, Lewis Lapham, Gay Talese and James Salter.

Conservator - $1,500 Join
  • Join prominent writers and speakers for debates, lectures and panel discussions
  • Read highly anticipated books prior to publication and meet with the authors
  • Behind-the-scenes tours with Library curators
  • Recognition in The New York Public Library's Annual Report

Tilden Conservator - $2,500 Join
  • Includes all Conservator benefits
  • Attend a holiday cocktail reception hosted by the President of The New York Public Library

Lenox Conservator - $5,000 Join
  • Includes all Tilden Conservator benefits
  • Attend the Lenox and Astor Reading Group in private homes and hear distinguished authors discuss their favorite books

Astor Conservator - $10,000 Join
  • Includes all Lenox Conservator benefits
  • Attend a special spring luncheon hosted by the President of the Library