About us
What is the Bhakti Center
WHO WE ARE, AND WHY WE EXIST
The Bhakti Center is a spiritual cultural center on New York City’s Lower East Side with a talented staff devoted to sharing the experience of self-transformation through the timeless culture and practices of Bhakti-yoga.
It’s a center of authentic learning, and a great place to meet new people, make lasting relationships, and find inspiration and support on the spiritual path.
Want to get in contact with us? Send us an e-mail at: info@bhakticenter.org
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Your Spiritual Home
A place for you to experience joy, nourishment, acceptance and genuine connection.
Personal Transformation
Lifestyle and practices designed to elevate your consciousness and grow in all areas: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
Authentic Learning
Wisdom and culture infused with the sentiments of Bhakti yoga that have been handed down across generations.
Our Inspiration
We draw our inspiration and guidance from the life and teachings of Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, who first brought the culture of Bhakti to the Western world beginning on New York’s Lower East Side. He is widely regarded as the worlds pre-eminent exponent of the teachings and practices of Bhakti-yoga.
Learn moreBhakti Center: Annual Report
We are grateful to share our annual report with you: a document that highlights our upcoming events and information to keep you up to date with all of the Bhakti Center’s offerings.
Read the full reportMEET THE LEADERSHIP TEAM
Dayal Gauranga
Executive Director
Oversees, directs and supports our Leadership Team to carry out the Bhakti Center mission and vision.
Kishor Chandra
Program Director
Oversees all programming at Bhakti Center, ensuring that program strategies come to life and meet the needs of our community.
Brajarani
Head of HR
Oversees organizational design and development including hiring, performance management and policies.
Champaka
Temple Care Coordinator
Oversees all programming and care initiatives for our Temple community, with the aim of helping our community feel connected, inspired, nourished and supported in their spiritual life.
Sundarnath
Head of Legal and Finance
Maintains legal and financial records and generates financial reports.
Vasudeva
Head Pujari and Senior Educator
Responsible for overseeing Temple worship and serves as a spiritual leader in our community to perform Vedic rites, provide counseling, and build, develop, and teach courses across various platforms.
Karuna Nimai
Director of Operations and Business Strategy
Assists Executive Director to implement goals, with particular focus on day to day efficient operations, near term growth, and assisting in long term strategic planning.
Visit us
The Bhakti Center is located on New York’s Lower East Side, a neighborhood long known as a home for the arts and creative exploration. It was in that setting that Srila Prabhupada first brought the culture of bhakti to the West through kirtan in Tompkins Square Park and talks at the Matchless Gifts storefront at 26 Second Avenue. We are enthusiastic to carry on the artistic and spiritual heritages of the neighborhood, and we invite you to visit yourself, or to set up a group visitation with a member of our staff.
Group Visitation
The Bhakti Center offers a variety of private tours and talks for schools, colleges, travel groups, and general-interest groups. Contact us to set up a unique learning experience of Eastern spirituality and wisdom, a visit and explanation of a traditional Vaishnava Hindu Temple, a rooftop yoga class, or let us know how we could best serve your group by filling out the Group Visitation Form.
Getting Here
Address
The Bhakti Center
25 First Avenue
New York N.Y. 10003
E-Mail: info@bhakticenter.org
Phone: (212) 533-4842
Subway
F to Lower East/2nd Avenue
6 to Bleeker Street
B D or V to Broadway Lafayette
N or R to Prince Street
Bus Directions
M15 to 1st Ave & E 1st Street
M21 to E Houston & 1st Ave
M14a to Ave A & E Houston
Citibike Stations
South side of East 3rd St. / Just east of 2nd Ave.
North side of East 2nd St. / Just west of 1st Ave.
Center of Allen St. / Just south of East Houston St.
Parking
Paid parking is available at available at 220 E 9th St (212-979-5708), and at 525 E 11th St (212-388-1030). Paid parking is available at available at 220 E 9th St (212-979-5708), and at 525 E 11th St (212-388-1030).
Accessibility
Most of the spaces and facilities at The Bhakti Center are accessible to visitors with limited mobility. Both manual and electric wheelchairs are allowed through the building.
Facilities
Public restrooms are located on the second, and third floors.
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