NEWSLETTERJul 16, 2026
Auburn, NY (July 16, 2026) – California artist Susan Doyle has two pieces in the Schweinfurth Art Center’s current exhibition, “T3%+!le$ –The Language of Fiber.” Each one features stitching and painting over pages from two frequently banned books, “1984” and “To Kill a Mockingbird.”…
Poughkeepsie, NY: Arts Mid-Hudson is pleased to present Tensions & Triumph: Art Born from Resilience and Renewal, a group exhibition featuring the work of Arts Mid-Hudson member artists. On view July 21 through September 27, 2026, the exhibition explores themes of resilience, transformation, and hope through a diverse collection of artistic perspectives.
Jul 15, 2026
Corning, NY – The Rockwell Museum has been awarded a $95,000 capital design grant from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the design of a transformative renovation and expansion of the Museum’s second-floor galleries. This grant is part of a capital project funding announcement by NYSCA, which totals over $82 million to 132 arts and culture facilities across New York State.
Glens Falls, NY – The Hyde Collection is proud to announce the first annual Glens Falls Plein Air Festival, a vibrant week-long celebration of outdoor painting to be held July 27 through August 2, 2026, in Glens Falls, New York. Set in the heart of “Hometown USA,” the festival will showcase the natural beauty, historic charm, and distinct character of the Glens Falls region—framed by the breathtaking landscapes of the Adirondack Mountains.
Including New Details on Unprecedented Garden-Wide Takeover by Internationally Acclaimed Artist KAWS in Summer 2027
Bronx, NY — The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) today announced its lineup of major exhibitions through the summer of 2028 and released new information about summer 2027’s KAWS, an unprecedented exhibition from the internationally acclaimed artist that will span the Garden’s 250-acre landscape.
Visitors can enjoy admission to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens for just $7.16 in honor of 716 Day. Admission to the popular Butterfly Experience is included with admission on this special discounted day.
Buffalo, NY—The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is offering a reduced admission price of just $7.16 in honor of the community-wide celebration of 716 Day on Thursday, July 16. The live Butterfly Experience is included with the reduced admission and will be open all day from from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Tickets for the Butterfly Experience are on sale now at buffalogardens.com. The Butterfly Experience is presented by M&T Bank. …
Jul 13, 2026
Corning, NY (July 13, 2026) — Summer is in full swing at CMoG! Ignite your summer fun with exciting live glassmaking shows, family-friendly Wonder Tours, and interactive Wonder Stations that invite visitors of all ages to explore the amazing world of glass! Don’t miss our Bring the Heat demonstrations on Thursdays and Little Gather performances on Wednesdays! All performances are free with Museum admission, and kids and teens are always free.
New York, N.Y. – This summer, Madison Square Park Conservancy (MSPC) debuts its Moon Tree, an American Sweetgum grown from a seed that orbited the moon and was gifted to the park by NASA last year through its Artemis Program. MSPC was selected from over one thousand applicants to receive a Moon Tree seedling—a distinctive honor for the borough’s only certified arboretum. Part of a national conservation education initiative, the tree inspires parkgoers to explore connections between space, science, and the environment.
Riverhead, N.Y. - Hallockville Museum Farm will host a Country Barn Dance on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the historic Naugles Barn on the museum farm property at 6038 Sound Avenue in Riverhead. This family-friendly celebration of traditional country music and dance welcomes dancers of all ages and skill levels. Live music and dance calling will be led by the acclaimed caller Chart Guthrie, providing instruction throughout the evening so attendees can join in the fun whether they’re a seasoned dancer or trying steps for the first time.
Granville, NY – The Slate Valley Museum will host a free trail walk program exploring the history of Italian immigrants and games on Tuesday, July 21 at 10am.
Museum staff will lead walkers along a section of the nearby D&H Rail Trail during a discussion of the Italian immigrants who came to work in the region’s slate industry. The program will include snippets of Italian history, immigrant culture, and the traditional Italian games that they brought with them to America. Weather permitting, participants will be welcomed to play an Italian game and explore the museum’s immigration exhibitions after the walk.
