The Players Club

16 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY 10003

The Players, founded in 1888 by the celebrated American actor Edwin Booth, is one of New York City’s most storied private clubs. Housed in a National Historic Landmark on Gramercy Park, The Players was envisioned as a gathering place where actors and leading figures in the arts, literature, and public life could meet on equal terms. Over its 135-year history, it has hosted legendary cultural figures, preserved Booth’s own apartment and library, and maintained traditions such as its renowned testimonial “Pipe Nights.” Today, The Players remains a vibrant center for artists and arts lovers, combining a deep sense of theatrical history with the warmth, conviviality, and creative spirit that have defined it since its founding.