Art

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

Paintings, photography, and fiber art will fill a historic meeting house later this month, according to The Times of Wayne County. The Western Wayne Art Group will open its 51st Spring Art Show April 23 ... more

CANANDAIGUA — A downtown gallery will open its doors twice this month as part of a pair of exhibit receptions aimed at showcasing regional artists and faculty work. ArtSpace36, operated by Finger Lakes Community College, ... more

A local DAR chapter and the Finger Lakes Library System will host an art contest for youth across Tompkins and Seneca counties. The contest invites participants ages 18 and under to create artwork marking the ... more

A small-town movie theater is getting a second life, with new owners promising a community revival, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The Palace Theater in Wolcott has been sold and will reopen under a ... more

An upcoming juried exhibition in Auburn will feature dozens of New York artists, with several works focusing on animals and environmental concerns. The 30th annual “Made in NY” exhibition at the Schweinfurth Art Center will ... more

The Rochester Folk Art Guild will mark its 70th anniversary with a public exhibition at the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County. The exhibition, titled “Celebrating Seven Decades of Craft and Community,” will run ... more

Scoops and student art could soon share the spotlight in Trumansburg, according to The Tompkins Weekly. Teachers in the Trumansburg Central School District plan a summer showcase at the popular Ice Cream Bar, giving students ... more

A new mural honoring Broadway choreographer Thommie Walsh is coming to downtown Auburn. Artist Trinity Rivard won the commission to create the 10-by-10-foot mural on Dill Street, celebrating the Auburn native and two-time Tony Award ... more

A painting party in Seneca Falls will raise money for Family Hope Center while giving participants a creative afternoon. The fundraiser is scheduled for April 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Artists Lounge ... more

Young artists across Cayuga County have a chance to see their work on hundreds of T-shirts this summer as part of the United Way’s annual Day of Caring. The United Way of Cayuga County is ... more

Finger Lakes Community College will open a new sculpture exhibit by a well-known Penn Yan artist this week, inviting the public to explore art that blends imagination, form, and experimentation. The exhibit, titled “Objects of ... more

The Seneca County Arts Council is showcasing the imaginative work of local artist Roberta Nelson this December at the Artworks Gallery in Seneca Falls. The month-long exhibit runs from December 3 to 31 inside Abby’s ... more

Downtown Canandaigua will showcase the creativity of local teens next month as Finger Lakes Community College and the Ontario County Arts Council team up to host the annual Victor and Canandaigua High School Art Exhibition ... more

Lloyd F. Rathbun III spent years in the military — now he’s making his mark as an artist and leader at Cayuga Community College. The Marine Corps veteran is majoring in Studio Art and Design, ... more

A new exhibit at Finger Lakes Community College will spotlight the bold and eclectic work of longtime local artist Judi Cermak. Titled “And Now for Something Completely Different: Art of Judi Cermak,” the show opens ... more

Catherine Underhill, the new executive director of the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center, appeared on Beyond the Front Page with Guy Cosentino last week to discuss her first two months on the job, the center’s ongoing ... more

St. Peter’s Community Arts Academy is bringing back its signature fundraiser this spring—with a new date, a new meal, and the same mission: Arts for All. The 2026 Dinner with the Arts will be held ... more