Upcoming Events and Announcements
Join us on Saturday, December 6th from 8:00 - 11:30 PM for Luminate: Ignite and Celebrate the arts with an Immersive Evening of Dance!
Bridgman | Packer Dance - a performance that will leave you inspired
Interactive Video Playground - step in and play with the art
DJ Gina Turner - spinning the soundtrack for an all-out dance party
Plus: delicious hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, silent auction, and plenty of surprises!
This is more than a night out, it’s a chance to connect with artists, friends, and fellow arts supporters while helping ACOR strengthen and grow the arts in Rockland.
Don’t just watch the arts, be part of the experience!
Produced by Morgana Zilarra in collaboration with the ACOR Luminate Event Committee. Graphic design by Joy Buckhout.
Luminate 2025 Exclusive Raffle Now Open!
Luminate Exclusive Raffle – Win a Vermont Getaway!
Take a chance on an incredible one-week getaway at Smugglers’ Notch in Vermont! This spacious two-bedroom condo (sleeps 6-8) is the perfect home base for hiking, biking, skiing, and exploring nearby waterfalls, breweries, and scenic towns, including Stowe and Burlington. Estimated Value: $2,000–$2,500 (depending on season).
Get your tickets now and enter for a chance to win:
1 Ticket: $20
3 Tickets: $50
The Exclusive Raffle Drawing will take place at Luminate 2025 on December 6th at the Nyack Center, but you don’t need to be present to play or win! If the winner is not at the event, we’ll contact them by phone or email and provide instructions for prize pickup.
Luminate 2025 Silent Auction Now Open!
The Luminate 2025 Silent Auction is now open for bidding! Discover an exciting selection of items, including original artworks by Johanna Goodman and John Rosis, memberships to the Edward Hopper House Museum and Jacob Burns Film Center, and a professional photo portrait session with Kellie Walsh. You’ll also find gift cards and baskets from beloved local businesses such as The Things I Love, Ned Kelly, Bee Alive, and Salonnière Coffee Bar. Check it out and start bidding today to support the arts in Rockland County!
The Silent Auction will take place at Luminate 2025 on December 6th at the Nyack Center, but you don’t need to be present to play or win! If the winner is not at the event, we’ll contact them by phone or email and provide instructions for prize pickup
The ACOR Art4All Grant Program is dedicated to supporting Rockland County arts organizations and artists by funding projects that enrich the community through meaningful engagement and public access to the arts.
Eligible projects must be accessible to the public and designed to foster community interaction. Priority consideration will be given to initiatives that serve underserved populations in Rockland County.
From October 1st - December 31st, the Hidden Treasure Gallery at The Palisades Center will feature the stunning work of Hope Wade Designs. Known for blending elegance with heritage, Wade’s creations transform rich colors, flowing fabrics, and bold silhouettes into wearable art that celebrates both identity and artistry.
Save the date for the Artists’ Reception on Monday, November 17th from 6 - 7:30 PM and experience this remarkable collection up close, meet the designer herself, and enjoy the soulful sounds of saxophonist Hervé Alexandre.
The Arts Council of Rockland (ACOR) is thrilled to have the vibrant creativity of Peter Cheney, Maria Lord, and SoYeon Yang in our latest exhibit at the ACOR Hidden Treasure Gallery, nestled in the Rockland County Courthouse, running now through January 31, 2026.
ACOR works in partnership with the Rockland County Jury Department and Commissioner of Jurors, Sabrina Greco, to highlight the work of local artists. This collaboration offers exceptional visibility, with more than 10,000 people visiting the Central Jury Room each year, whether serving as jurors or attending one of the courthouse’s many public events.
The Arts Council of Rockland receives major programmatic support from:
Support for the Arts Council of Rockland is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts
with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Corporate Partners
Community Partners
