The Himan Brown Program

Never stop growing.

Himan Brown members in a painting class

The 92nd Street Y’s Himan Brown program – designed and curated exclusively for New York’s 60+ community – is unparalleled in the breadth and depth of its offerings, the renown of its instructors, and the intellectual curiosity of its members. 

Himan Brown members gain access to a vibrant microcosm of The 92nd Street Y, New York – and everything that makes it exceptional. Embrace new experiences. Discover new passions. And do it all in an all-inclusive program with the flexibility and choices that work for you.

Explore the many ways you can find community, make connections, and keep growing.

Himan Brown members
Himan Brown members playing Mah Jongg

What Membership Brings You

  • More than 70 weekly classes, lectures, and discussion groups, including studio art, literature, music, writing, film, history, current events, and more
  • Weekly fitness and wellness classes in yoga, tai chi chih, cardio, balance and stability, boxing, and more
  • Supervised game play in bridge, mah jongg, canasta, and chess
  • Cocktail parties, special events, and holiday celebrations
  • Support and personal growth groups led by licensed clinical professionals
  • Special excursions
  • Discounted tickets to select 92NY events and offerings
  • Full access to both in-person and online programs
  • Special Roundtable $12 Annual Membership and 30% off all Classes


60+ Community Membership

Want even more? Our 60+ Community Membership provides full access to the Himan Brown Program, as well as to 92NY’s May Center for Fitness & Health at a special reduced rate.

To learn more, email or call us at 212.415.5729.

Thank you to the generous supporters of the Himan Brown Program.

92NY Himan Brown Program is endowed by a generous grant from the Himan Brown Charitable Trust.

Major support is provided by the Lorraine Buch Music Appreciation Fund; Bonnie and Kenneth Davis; The Derfner Foundation; The Margot and Adolph Friedlander Endowment; Phyllis Gottlieb; Michael A. Nachman; The Pamela and Richard Rubinstein Fund; Lilian Sicular; The Dorothy and Sol Smolen Endowment; The Kathryn W. Stein Endowment; Estate of Helen Studley; Sunrise Senior Living; and Isaac H. Tuttle Fund.

Additional support is provided by an anonymous donor; Kate Arleen Bressler; David Lamb; Joan M. Leiman; and New York City Department for the Aging.

Event Sponsor: Sunrise Senior Living

Contact Us

For registration information, please contact our Community Program Team at 212.415.5729 / email