DISCOVER THE ARTS WITH US
FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS
the Islip Arts Council has been a cultural beacon on Long Island. Founded in 1974, IAC remains dedicated to leadership, advocacy, and excellence in the arts.
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as we embark on a new and vibrant future, offering a broad spectrum of arts experiences and enrichment to our diverse communities. We continue to present, produce, and promote culturally responsive, high quality programs in varied artistic disciplines.
EXHIBITIONS 2026
ATTEND THESE EXHIBITION RECEPTIONS
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Featured Artist Jessica Som at IAC Gallery / November 7, 2-4pm
St. Mark’s Exhibition at Fenton Hall Gallery / November 8, 2-4pm
Grounds for Growth at My Town's Cafe / November 11 / 6-8PM
Veterans Show at IAC Gallery / November 21, 1-3pm
Shades of Blue Members Show at IAC Gallery / December 16, 6-8pm
ENJOY A COLORFUL PALETTE OF EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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PROJECT RUNS APRIL 15, 2026 - JANUARY 15, 2027
RUNS SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER
NOVEMBER 7
VARIETY SHOW / CONCERT NOVEMBER 8
ENTRY DEADLINE FOR MEMBERS NOV 25
DECEMBER 12
DECEMBER 16
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EXHIBITIONS & OPEN CALLS
- NOV 2026 / EXHIBITON: Veterans, Friends & Family
- OCT 2026 / EXHIBITION: Grounds for Growth at My Town's Café
- Nov 2026 / EXHIBITION: Images of Historic St. Mark's and the Greater Islip Community at Fenton Hall Gallery
- NOV 2026 / OPEN CALL IAC MEMBERS ONLY: Annual Winter Members Show
- OCT–DEC 2026 / EXHIBITION: Featured Artist Jessica Som
- ROLLING OPEN CALL: Rent the IAC Gallery
- ROLLING OPEN CALL: Featured Artists 2027
COUNCIL & MEMBER NEWS
- OCT 2026 / IAC Under the Sea Light & Art Festival Review in Islip Bulletin
- OCT 2026 / IAC Under the Sea Light & Art Festival in Islip Bulletin
- SEPT 2026 / IAC Art Walk in Islip Bulletin
- AUG 2026 / IAC Shakespeare in the Parks Performances in Fire Island News
- JUNE 2026 / IAC Executive Director Lynda Moran Announces Retirement
- JUNE 2026 / IAC Named Business of the Month
