New York, NY — Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is pleased to announce its 2026 Spring Gala, Once Upon a Dream . The Gala will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Cipriani 42nd Street , honoring Assembly Member Rebecca A. Seawright, Christopher Spitzmiller, and Wilkinson Global Asset Management. Lindsey Coral Harper and Harry Heissmann will serve as Design Chairs.
Renowned as one of New York’s most imaginative and joyful design events, the Spring Gala brings together 500 guests for an evening of dinner, dancing, and spectacular tabletop installations crafted by leading voices across the design community. Each designer creates a one-of-a-kind tablescape,
transforming the ballroom into a breathtaking landscape of color, craft, and creativity.
Lenox Hill Spring Gala 2025
Participating Designers for 2026
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House proudly welcomes an inspiring mix of returning participants and exciting new talent. Guided by Honorary Design Chair Christopher Spitzmiller and Design Chairs Lindsey Coral Harper and Harry Heissmann, this year’s acclaimed designer lineup includes: Ahmad Abou Zanat Studio; Andrea Stark for Stark Carpet & Barbara Lewis for Lewis Gallo Design Group; Anthony Bellomo of Orangerie; Anthony Taccetta Event Design; Antonio Deloatch Designs; Brianna Scott Interiors & Via Amandola Designs; Daniella Feldman Design; Dean Yoder Interiors; Eerdmans New York; Elizabeth King for Kings’ Carriage House & The Linen Shop; Emily Hodge Interior Design; Esencial Hogar Inc.; Flowers by Special Arrangement & Antoinette Wysocki; Gingham & Gable Interior Design; Grace Kaynor Designs; Harry Heissmann with Sarabeth Designs; Houz of Rebel; JLW Interiors; Jolie Korek & Co.; Katherine Gold Design & Leafy Lane Florals; Laila’s Florist; Laura Casale Architects; LGC Interior Design; Lord Byron James for Highland Park Media Group; Maison Sheik; Marni Sugerman & D’Ascoli; Miriam Weinreb Lissak of MWL Design Group; Nadia Watts; New York School of Interior Design Students; Paige Boller Art + Design; Paris K Design; Purple Cherry Architecture & Interiors; Sam Allen Interiors; Sarah Baderna Studio; Sarah Chesters Designs & Dennis Remorca Designs; Tamara Stephenson for Root Cellar Designs; Taylor Doyle for TCD Properties & Design; The Clark by Jared M. Clark Design; TRP Interiors; Vivere Interior Design.
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A Celebration of Creativity With Purpose
The Spring Gala is a joyful fusion of design and philanthropy, where each beautifully imagined table reflects the generosity and creativity of the participating designers. Their talent brings the evening to life while advancing a mission with real impact. Proceeds from the Gala support Lenox Hill Neighborhood House’s vital programs for thousands of New Yorkers, including older adults, children and families,
neighbors experiencing homelessness, adult learners, and individuals in need of essential services. It is a night where art and community come together to strengthen lives and build a more caring New York.
About Lenox Hill Neighborhood House
Founded in 1894, Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is one of New York City’s premier social service nonprofits, serving over 16,000 neighbors in need each year. The organization provides an extraordinary range of programs, including early childhood education, older adult services, supportive housing, farm-to-table meals, mental health counseling, adult education, and more, improving the lives of people of all
ages with dignity, compassion, and innovation.
Support for the Spring Gala helps ensure Lenox Hill Neighborhood House can continue delivering high-quality, essential services to thousands of New Yorkers.
Members of the press are warmly invited to attend the preview from 6:00 – 7:00 PM and the cocktail hour from 7:00 – 8:30 PM preceding the Gala.
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