News — Press Releases
Russian-born Fashion Designer Unveils Spring 2011 Collection at Vilcek Foundation Gallery
Exhibition Opens September 3rd in New York City read more
The Vilcek Foundation Showcases the International Artists and Filmmakers of ABC’s Hit Show
The Vilcek Foundation premieres a public exhibition celebrating the international creative talent, both in front of and behind the camera, that have contributed to the unbridled success of the critically-acclaimed show during its six-year run. read more
World-Renowned Scientist and Philanthropist Honored with Slovakia's Goodwill Ambassador Award
NYU Langone Medical Center microbiologist, and President of the Vilcek Foundation, Dr. Jan T. Vilcek was a proud recipient of the inaugural Slovakia Goodwill Ambassador Award, the distinguished award of honor presented to Slovaks who have made significant contributions to society while living abroad. read more
Vilcek Foundation Names Recipients of 2010 Annual Prizes Celebrating Immigrant Achievement in Biomedical Science and Arts
Alexander Varshavsky and José Andrés are the recipients of the 2010 Vilcek Prizes in Biomedical Research and the Arts and Humanities, this year awarded in culinary arts. Harmit Malik and Varin Keokitvon are the recipients of the 2010 Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise. read more
The Vilcek Foundation announces recipients of annual prizes in biomedical science and the arts
Mike Nichols and Dr. Huda Zoghbi to receive 2009 Vilcek Prizes. Inaugural Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise go to Ham Tran and Dr. Howard Chang. read more
Ryo Toyonaga: Mephistophelean
“Mephistophelean,” an exhibit of 18 nightmarish works by the Japanese-born sculptor Ryo Toyonaga, is the latest cultural event to be presented by the Vilcek Foundation as part of its mission to focus public attention on the contributions of immigrants to the United States. read more
The Vilcek Foundation Presents American Immigrant Filmmakers on Profile
The Vilcek Foundation and the Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) present the New York City premiere of American Immigrant Filmmakers on Profile (AIFP), a program that showcases the work of foreign-born directors and actors. read more
Vilcek Foundation Debuts Hongsock Lee Sculpture
South Korean-born sculptor and jewelry designer Hongsock Lee has designed a three-part sculpture for permanent installation on the rooftop terrace at the Vilcek Foundation’s new headquarters, 167 East 73rd Street. read more
The Foundation opens new headquarters and cultural center in landmark carriage house
The Vilcek Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters at 167 East 73rd Street. The building will also serve as a multipurpose space where the Foundation will hold various public, cultural programs free of charge. read more
The Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise
The Vilcek Foundation has announced the creation of two new annual prizes that will be awarded to young immigrants in the United States who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of biomedical research or the arts and humanities. read more
Dr. Inder Verma and Osvaldo Golijov Named Recipients of The 2008 Vilcek Foundation Prizes
The Vilcek Foundation has announced the names of the recipients of its annual prizes in biomedical research and in the arts. Dr. Inder Verma is the prize recipient for biomedical science; the prize recipient for the arts is composer Osvaldo Golijov. read more
Dr. Rudolf Jaenisch and Denise Scott Brown Named Recipients of The 2007 Vilcek Foundation Prizes
Today The Vilcek Foundation announced the winners of a major new awards program designed to honor foreign-born Americans who have made extraordinary contributions to society in the arts and biomedical research since immigrating to these shores. read more
The Vilcek Prize, a Major New National Award, Goes to Christo and Jeanne-Claude
The Vilcek Foundation announced today the names of the recipients of its annual Prizes in biomedical research and in the arts and humanities. read more
A Major New Awards Program Honors Joan Massague as Foreign-Born Innovator
The Vilcek Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of its new headquarters at 167 East 73rd Street. The building will also serve as a multipurpose space where the Foundation will hold various public, cultural programs free of charge. read more
A Major New Awards Program Honors American Visionaries and Innovators
Today Jan T. Vilcek and Marica F. Vilcek, co-founders of The Vilcek Foundation, announced the creation of a major new annual awards program designed to honor foreign-born Americans who have made extraordinary contributions to society in the arts and biomedical research since immigrating to these shores. read more