Upcoming Events and Announcements
ACOR is pleased to be co-sponsoring, with ArtsWestchester, a roundtable discussion on the NYSCA Capital Funding Program. This session will feature NYSCA Executive Director Erika Mallin, Chief of Staff Abby Adler, and Director of Capital Projects Katie Steger, who will provide insights into the Capital Projects funding process and offer guidance on how to submit a competitive application.
The Info Session will take place on Thursday, October 23 at 2:00 PM at Bethany Arts Community, 40 Somerstown Rd., Ossining, NY 10562.
Attendees are strongly encouraged to review the Guidelines and Application webinar available HERE.
Please note that this session will focus exclusively on Capital Projects funding and how to prepare a strong application. For technical questions about the application itself or other NYSCA funding opportunities, please visit the NYSCA website: https://arts.ny.gov/starthere.
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.
Join us on Saturday, November 8th, 10 AM at New City Library for this complimentary workshop to explore how AI is transforming creativity while raising challenges around copyright law, infringement, and artistic protection.
Attorney Atreya Mathur, Director of Legal Research at the Center for Art Law in Brooklyn, will present the insights and strategies every artist needs in the AI era.
Register for this Free Workshop HERE.
Explore the exciting lineup of Poet Laureate events and programs happening across Rockland County!
Join Rockland County Poet Laureate Juan Pablo Mobili for workshops, poetry readings, open mics, and exhibitions. Don't miss out on these inspiring literary experiences!
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.
A Comprehensive Arts & Culture Plan for Rockland County is essential to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and economically thriving community.
Such a plan would provide strategic direction for investing in local artists, cultural institutions, and creative initiatives, while also ensuring equitable access to the arts across all neighborhoods. It would also strengthen arts education, attract tourism, and support small businesses.
ACOR is thrilled to be partnering with an amazing group of visual artists for our newest show, Touching Grass - Community Square, at the Hidden Treasure Gallery at the Rockland County Courthouse.
The Arts Council of Rockland collaborates with the Rockland County Jury Department and Commissioner of Jurors, Sabrina Greco, to provide the Hidden Treasure Gallery at the Rockland County Courthouse.
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
