Change Your Mind,
Change Your World
Buddhism is the science of how to create authentic happiness

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 at KMC NYC and other Kadampa Centers around the world! We do not discriminate based on race, gender, background, age, religion, politics, sexual orientation, or otherwise.
Meet our Sangha Community
Modern Buddhism and Meditation
Join any of our 30+ drop-in classes offered each week (in-person and online). It's in these classes that Buddha's methods for cultivating deep inner peace and happiness are explored.
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Upcoming Courses, Retreats and Special Events
Special Advice of the Wisdom Buddha
Saturday, June 21
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Kadam Morten
Dakini Yoga Retreat
Saturday, June 28
10:00am – 1:30pm + Q&A
with Michelle Valladares
Puja & Potluck
Friday, July 4
4:30 – 8:00pm
with Kadam Morten
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
Resident Teacher, Kadampa Meditation Center NYC and National Spiritual Director, the New Kadampa Tradition
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