At the NYPL’s Library Lions Gala, a Night Celebrating Libraries and Democracy
Culture Index
Score Breakdown
Relevance
3/25
Freshness
25/25
Authority
25/20
Brand Signal
9/15
Depth
3/15
5-Axis Cultural Radar
On the eve of Election Day, the 2026 Library Lions Gala transformed the New York Public Library on Fifth Avenue into a black-tie celebration honoring this year's Lions—Joy Harjo, Stephen King, George Packer, Aaron Sorkin, Martha Stewart, and Jesmyn Ward.
