Core Values
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Advocacy - We stand up for responsible development, thoughtful urban planning, and policies that preserve our neighborhood's historic character and charm.
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Collaboration - We work alongside residents, businesses, elected officials, schools, faith-based and city organizations to strengthen Carnegie Hill
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Preservation - We protect and celebrate Carnegie Hill's architectural and historical heritage
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Safety - We prioritize the well-being and security of our residents and visitors through proactive initiatives
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Stewardship - We responsibly manage natural, financial, and architectural assets to enhance Carnegie Hill's quality of life for current and future generations


















CHN Throughout the Years


About Carnegie Hill
Carnegie Hill is a historic neighborhood on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, roughly spanning from East 86th to East 98th Streets, between Fifth and just west of Third Avenue. The area takes its name from Andrew Carnegie, whose mansion—now the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum—sits at its heart.
Home to world-class institutions like the Guggenheim Museum, the 92nd Street Y, and Mount Sinai Hospital, Carnegie Hill blends old-world elegance with a vibrant, lived-in feel. Its residential streets are dotted with landmarked townhouses, pre-war co-ops, small businesses, and beloved schools.
Community groups, like Carnegie Hill Neighbors, play a key role in protecting its beauty and livability, advocating for everything from green space and safety to smart development and historic preservation.
Carnegie Hill isn’t just a place—it’s a community deeply rooted in heritage, civic pride, and a shared commitment to keeping the neighborhood one of New York City’s most special enclaves.

Our Staff
Board of Directors
* Executive Committee
Emeritus: David Balderston,
Cynthia MacGrath, Ronald Spencer