Change Your Mind,

Change Your World

Buddhism is the science of how to be (authentically) happy

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Timeless Buddhist wisdom in the heart of NYC

Buddha’s most profound insight into the nature of the mind remains as revolutionary in our modern world as it was 2500 years ago: the mind is the source of all happiness and suffering. All of it.

At KMC NYC, this is what we learn - in a very practical way. So that through meditation, we can cultivate authentic happiness, and actualize our greatest potential, and help others do the same.

...and we do it all right here in New York City, thanks to the extraordinary teachings of our founder, Buddhist meditation master, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.

Everyone is welcome! We do not discriminate based on race, gender, background, age, religion, politics, sexual orientation, or otherwise — everyone is always welcome at KMC NYC and other Kadampa Centers around the world.

Modern Buddhism and meditation in order to live a meaningful life

Our center offers classes, community and Attend any of the 30+ drop-in classes we offer each week to learn Buddha's methods for cultivating deep inner peace and happiness. >> Learn more

Upcoming Courses, Retreats and Special Events

The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration

April 25-27
Temple for World Peace, Glen Spey
with Kadam Morten

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How Not to Take Things Personally

Special Event & 5-Week Series
Mondays at 7:00pm and Tuesdays at 11:15am
April 28 – June 3
with Kadam Morten & Kadam Matthew

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Healing the World Within Retreat

Saturday, May 3
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with France Roy

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Quiet New York City

Where can you go in New York City when you need to just sit and enjoy some quiet time or some personal meditation?

Our atrium is the perfect place to take a breather and is available any time we're open. Use it for reflection time, reading, or simply catching back up with yourself. Our downstairs meditation room is also available to you any time class is out.

Meet our Teachers

Kadam Morten

Kadam Morten

Resident Teacher, Kadampa Meditation Center NYC and National Spiritual Director, the New Kadampa Tradition

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Classes offered throughout New York City

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