Manhattan's Most Exciting New Destination!

The Desmond Tutu Center is a unique new address for business in New York City. This innovative Center combines charming 19th-century Gothic architecture with sophisticated 21st-century comforts. The conference center features more than 8,000 square feet of multifunctional meeting space, including the spectacular Refectory Conference Room, plus high-tech capabilities and a support staff dedicated to your success. The result is an unsurpassed meeting place in Manhattan. 

Beautifully restored historic guest accommodations and a park-like setting create a refreshing retreat in the heart of the city's vibrant Chelsea neighborhood. 

The Center is named in honor of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, a tireless activist for peace and social justice, who has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism, the Magubela Prize for Liberty and the Gandhi Peace Prize.

Surrounded by a park-like setting, the Center is convenient to the city’s business centers and attractions, including the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden, Chelsea Piers, Herald Square and the Theatre District. Numerous restaurants, galleries and shops are within walking distance.