Celebrate & Support

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Celebrate and support design

Join us in spring 2025 for the next presentation of the National Design Awards.

The special benefit event will amplify the power of design to change the world, and sustain our mission to inspire new generations through design.

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See the Highlights

Neri Oxman receiving the 2018 National Design Award for Interaction Design

National Design Award winners share their work, vision, and expertise through talks and discussions

A photograph of a medium-dark skinned child building a structure out of cardboard and paper materials and has a very concentrated look on their face. Craft materials are scattered around the table, and more children are building and creating objects in the background.

Students learn about design careers and education pathways at Design Career Fair

Visitors enjoy free museum admission during National Design Week

Participants explore design in hands-on workshops hosted by leading designers

Visitors may join tours to explore Cooper Hewitt’s collection and exhibitions on view, or to learn more about the history of the Carnegie Mansion

Cooper Hewitt’s learning programs offer opportunities for emerging designers to connect with mentors, during National Design Week and throughout the year