Forging the Future of Fine Jewelry at NYC Jewelry Week 2026

Everyone knows about the shortage of bench jewelers in the industry, but how are jewelry companies, educational establishments, and institutions addressing the pressing need for roughly 4,000 new bench jewelers every year in the U.S.? We talk to a hand-selected group of industry and jewelry education leaders about apprenticeships, educational endowments, and other programs they've designed and enacted to nurture and support the next generation of jewelry leaders and craftspeople.

NYCJW26: November 16–22, 2026

Each November, NYC Jewelry Week presents The Week, a seven-day celebration of jewelry and the people, ideas, and craftsmanship behind it. NYCJW26 brings together a global audience for a dynamic mix of in-person and virtual experiences across New York City and beyond.

Explore the full , featuring exhibitions, shopping experiences, retail collaborations, talks, panels, workshops, demonstrations, tours, and more. Virtual programs will be streamed on YouTube, while in-person events offer opportunities to engage directly with artists, designers, curators, collectors, and other members of the jewelry community.

With many programs free and open to the public, NYC Jewelry Week invites everyone—from longtime jewelry enthusiasts to those just beginning to explore the field—to discover the artistry, ideas, histories, and craftsmanship that make jewelry so compelling.

Join us for NYCJW26, November 16–22, 2026.