Welcome to Queen Sofía Spanish Institute

Queen Sofía Spanish Institute was founded in 1954 to promote the understanding of Spanish culture, past and present, and its influence in the Americas through a variety of programs. As the Center for American-Spanish Affairs, the Institute organizes lectures, symposia, luncheons and dinner meetings to discuss economic, political and social issues of concern to Spain, the European Union, Latin America and the United States. The Institute also offers language instruction and hosts numerous exhibitions and cultural events related to Spain and Latin America.

Queen Sofía Spanish Institute is located at 684 Park Avenue, a landmark neo-Federal townhouse designed by McKim, Mead & White completed in 1927. The building has been home to Queen Sofía Spanish Institute since 1965, when it was donated by Margaret Rockefeller Strong de Larraín, Marquesa de Cuevas.

Events at the Institute

Upcoming Events

• LECTURE by Dr. Géza von Habsburg - Wednesday, May 28
  who will speak on: “1496/1497: Two Hundred Years of Spanish/Habsburg History in the Making"
• VIDEO EXHIBITION May, 30 - July 12, 2008 - Opening Reception: Thursday, May 29, 2008
  The Medium is not the Message
  
• RECITAL - Thursday, June 12
  by Duo Albek - Twin sisters Ambra and Fiona Albek

For more information please visit the calendar of events

Upcoming Courses

• NEW SUMMER WORKSHOPS - SPANISH FOR CHIDREN
Having Spanish as a second language will give your child a competitive edge when entering higher education and the workforce, providing him/her with the skills to succeed in the future.
Click here for more information and programs details

Gold Medal Gala 2007

honoring

President William Jefferson Clinton

Penélope Cruz

 

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