Art

The Rockwell Museum and local partners unveiled the 18th Alley Art Project mural in Corning. The 2026 mural, titled Infinity Park, honors people who have supported and uplifted students ... more

The Rochester Folk Art Guild will open its working studios in Middlesex this weekend as part of a nationwide celebration of American craft. The free event will be held Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July ... more

A new mural celebrating Wayland's history is now complete on North Main Street. Artist Corinn Marriott signed and dated the mural July 9 after years of planning and fundraising ... more

The Rochester Folk Art Guild will open its Middlesex workshops to the public July 18 and 19 as part of the inaugural National Craft Open Studios Weekend. The free event will run from 11 a.m ... more

The Folk Art Guild will host its 2026 Craft Weekend from Aug. 6-9 at East Hill Farm in Middlesex, offering classes in writing, drawing, theater, singing, seed preservation, photography and traditional crafts. The annual event ... more

The first time I heard the name Blanche Calloway, I was deep in research on the overlooked musical history of Rochester's Swillburg neighborhood, tracing the legacy of two extraordinary siblings who emerged from its streets: ... more

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a Cornell University professor's public art installation in Philadelphia is asking visitors a simple but deeply personal question: What does freedom mean to you? "Let Freedom Ring," ... more

A new exhibition featuring the work of Finger Lakes artist Fran Grasek is on display this month at Artworks Gallery in downtown Seneca Falls. The Seneca County Arts Council announced that Grasek's artwork is being ... more

Artists looking to explore dramatic contrasts and creative shading techniques will have an opportunity to do so during an upcoming workshop at Artworks Gallery in downtown Seneca Falls. The Seneca County Arts Council announced that ... more

Arts and cultural organizations across the Finger Lakes and Central New York will receive more than $1 million in state funding for building upgrades, accessibility improvements and equipment investments as part of a statewide effort ... more

The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts will bring artists, community leaders and supporters together in Geneseo next month for a new fundraising gala designed to celebrate and sustain the region’s creative community. The inaugural ... more

Auburn’s growing public art trail will gain another major addition next week with the unveiling of a mural honoring Tony Award-winning choreographer and Auburn native Thommie Walsh. The public unveiling is scheduled for Wednesday, May ... more

A major new exhibition opening later this month in Auburn will examine the forced displacement and return of the Gayogo̱hó:nǫˀ/Cayuga people through art, historical records, music, and storytelling tied directly to their ancestral homelands in ... more

A nationally recognized artist is bringing a high-profile feminist art installation to Seneca Falls next month, placing the birthplace of the women’s rights movement at the center of a nationwide tour timed to a pivotal ... more

Local artists and makers will take center stage in early June as the Phelps Arts Center opens its doors for a daylong vendor market celebrating creativity and community. The “Spring into Summer” Vendor Market is ... more

A whimsical story about connection, imagination and quiet acts of kindness is coming to the Finger Lakes stage this summer. Theatre444 will present its production of “Amélie” in Geneva beginning June 5, bringing the beloved ... more

A full slate of hands-on art workshops is coming to downtown Seneca Falls next month, offering opportunities for beginners and experienced artists alike to explore new techniques and mediums. The Seneca County Arts Council announced ... more

When it comes to moving fine art, there’s a world of difference between the careful handling of a painting or sculpture and the typical process of moving furniture. Fine art, whether it’s a priceless painting, ... more

A local effort to restore a historic community landmark is getting a boost from volunteers, as the Phelps Arts Center prepares to host a day of hands-on work later this month. The organization is inviting ... more