IMPORTANT NOTICE: AS OF MARCH 14, 2020, THE TOWN OF ISLIP HAS DIRECTED THE ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL TO CANCEL ALL EVENTS, CLASSES, TOURS AND PUBLIC ADMITTANCE TO THE ISLIP ART MUSEUM UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.


In honor of the passing of LILLIAN BARBASH, Long Island’s First Lady of the Arts, her grandson Eddie livestreamed a performance of Bach’s A Musical Offering with pianist Evan Shinners on July 7.

They played on the deck of her home in Dunewood, Fire Island. You can CLICK HERE to see the performance.

Lillian founded and led the Islip Arts Council for 31 years, building it into a world-class presenter of classical music. Tens of thousands attended her free NY Philharmonic park concert every summer. Born and raised in the Bronx, she married her high school sweetheart, Maurice Barbash in 1947. The two were inseparable until his death in 2013. Together they co-founded the Long Island Philharmonic, commissioned pieces for Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax, and created the Bay Shore Schools Arts Education Fund. Lillian loved opera and chamber music best, and loved sharing her loves with others.





SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES

Governor Cuomo announced that the final phase of New York reopening will involve the arts, entertainment and recreation businesses. Since we don't know when that will be, the Islip Arts Council is ready with Summer 2020 Reimagined. This reimagined free concert series will be presented on our New Youtube Channel IslipArts Live! through recordings of live performances.

CLICK HERE FOR THE NEW ISLIPARTS LIVE! YOUTUBE CHANNEL

We are proud to announce the upcoming schedule of the online performances.
CLICK HERE FOR THE SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED SCHEDULE


SUPPORT THIS BOLD REIMAGINING OF THE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BY USING THIS LINK TO DONATE.
PLEASE NOTE: AFTER YOU PRESS THE DONATE BUTTON, YOU MUST ENTER THE AMOUNT YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE.








discover the arts with us!

The Long Island Tourism and Convention Commission has cited the outstanding programs that the Islip Arts Council brings to the community as being ''most beneficial to the quality of life of all residents in the Town of Islip and surrounding communities.''

Although we primarily serve Brightwaters, Islandia, Ocean Beach, Saltaire, Bay Shore, Bayport, Baywood, Bohemia, Brentwood, Central Islip, East Islip, Great River, Islip, Islip Terrace, North Bay Shore, North Great River, Oakdale, Ronkonkoma, Sayville, West Bay Shore, West Islip, West Sayville, Holbrook, Holtsville and Hauppauge, our programs and events are open to all Long Islanders.



COMING UP:

SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES

Cassandra House / July 7 at 12:30pm
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SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES

Orchestra Long Island and the Annual Concert in the Park / July 11 at 7pm
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SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES

Laurie Ann Creus / July 14 at 12:30 pm
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SUMMER 2020 REIMAGINED VIRTUAL CONCERT SERIES

the John Maurice Restrepo Quartet / July 21 at 12:30 pm
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» About The Islip Arts Council

The Islip Arts Council is dedicated to leadership, advocacy, and excellence in the arts. We present, produce, and promote culturally responsive, high quality programs in varied artistic disciplines for our diverse population. Our goal is to facilitate these programs in response to the needs of the Long Island community.

The Islip Arts Council was created in 1974 as an advisory body to the Town Board on cultural matters. In 1976, Lillian Barbash was named chairperson and the Islip Arts Council was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit arts organization. Mrs. Barbash is also the woman who first brought the NY Philharmonic to Heckscher State Park more than thirty-five years ago.

CLICK HERE to become a member of the Islip Arts Council.

» VOLUNTEER

The Islip Arts Council welcomes enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about the arts. Volunteers will collaborate with staff at historic Brookwood Hall. They will enjoy the opportunity to represent the Council at concerts and fairs, and also assist with many important programs.

» EVENT PHOTOS

CLICK HERE » 2019 Annual Free Philharmonic Concert in the Park
CLICK HERE » Concert in the Park Archives
CLICK HERE » Teeny Awards Archives

» free concert series

Islip Arts Council presents over 25 free concerts annually that feature professional musicians and local favorites of the highest caliber. The venues include Bayard Cutting Arboretum, the Bay Shore Band Shell, and Brookwood Hall.


» earn a free class!

Islip Arts Council volunteers can accumulate hours to earn a complimentary class at the School of Cultural Arts. Individuals can strive to culturally enrich both the community and their personal artistic experience. Please call 631-224-5420 to express interest.

» School of Cultural Arts

The Islip Arts Council through its School of Cultural Arts offers fine art, music, yoga and meditation classes for adults and children. All classes are taught by professionals in their fields and classes take place at Brookwood Hall. Members of the Islip Arts Council and Islip Art Museum are entitled to a 10% discount on classes.

WANT TO TEACH WHAT YOU KNOW? We are accepting Class Proposals now. CLICK HERE to email Lynda with your ideas.

CLICK HERE to see class offerings

» Art Exhibitions

The Council maintains an exhibition schedule that includes the Islip Art Museum and Islip Town Hall.

CLICK HERE » Islip Art Museum
CLICK HERE » Art in the Hall
CLICK HERE » Entry Forms
CLICK HERE » Registry of Artists

Programs & Events

From art exhibitions and historic house tours, to cultural arts classes of all kinds and a free concert series, Islip Arts Council offers programs designed to be enjoyed by patrons of all ages and interests. The Teeny Awards, the Annual Free Philharmonic Concert in the Park, outdoor fairs – Islip Arts Council brings culture to the community in so many different ways.


CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS ON ARTS COUNCIL PROGRAMS & EVENTS.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FREE CONCERT SCHEDULE.

CLICK HERE FOR SCHOOL OF CULTURAL ARTS CLASSES.

CLICK HERE FOR THE ART IN THE HALL EXHIBITION SCHEDULE.

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS ON THE ANNUAL FREE PHILHARMONIC CONCERT IN THE PARK.

CLICK HERE FOR THE TEENY AWARDS REIMAGINED 2020.

Annual Free Philharmonic Concert in the Park

For over 40 years, the Islip Arts Council has been bringing this concert to Hecksher Park every July.

Winter Concert Series

Performances take place at the Upper Carriage House, Bayard Cutting Arboretum, Great River, during February and March.

Summer Concert Series

Enjoy free concerts in various locations throughout the Town of Islip in July and August.

Free Concert Series in Bay Shore

Join us for Brown Bag Lunch Concerts at the Bay Shore Band Shell in Dr. King Park on Tuesdays at 12:30pm in July and August.

Art in the Hall

Changing exhibitions are on view on the second floor rotunda of Islip Town Hall, 655 Main Street. Open to the public M-F 9-5.

art in the hall

Different artists exhibit throughout the year on the second floor rotunda of Islip Town Hall, 655 Main Street. Open to the public M-F 9-5.

Islip Art Museum

The Museum proudly brings important exhibitions to our area.

Open Call at the Museum

Islip Art Museum hosts an Annual Open Call with a new theme each year.

School of Cultural Arts

Offering creative classes of all kinds for adults and children. Members of the Islip Arts Council and Islip Art Museum receive discounted rates. Call 224-5420 or 224-5402 to JOIN NOW!

The Teeny Awards

Islip Arts Council's version of the Tony Awards for the Township's high school theatre students. Currently in its tenth year, this annual program honors outstanding student performers.

The Teeny Awards

This awards program recognizes the talented theatre students of Islip Township and encourages them to pursue their dreams and continue their education in the performing arts and theatre.

School of Cultural Arts

Registration for all classes: In Person, Mail-in, or Phone-in. You do not have to be a Town of Islip resident. Join the Islip Arts Council now and receive discounted rates! Call 224-5420 or 224-5402 for information.





registry of artists

The Islip Arts Council's online Registry of Artists offers the professional art community a way to reach a wider audience, while providing the general public with access to explore a diverse group of emerging contemporary artists. Membership is open to artists at a nominal fee. Contact the Arts Council at 631 224-5420 for further information.


CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE REGISTRY OF ARTISTS.




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Donate and Become a Member Today!

The Islip Arts Council offers captivating programs for all ages and makes them available to all Long Islanders. Discover the Annual Free Philharmonic Concert in the Park, gallery exhibitions, arts-in-education programs, year-round free concert series, Jazz Fest, tours, workshops, fairs and classes at the School of Cultural Arts.

Become a member today and your 100% tax-deductible donation will help the Islip Arts Council to continue the important work of bringing the arts to our beautiful South Shore home. It has never been more important to support the arts on Long Island than it is today. Won't you join us?



THE BENEFITS OF AN INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP:

• Special Members Only Discounted Pricing
• Discounts on purchases in the Museum Store (according to donor level)
• Discounts on lectures, workshops, teas, and luncheons
• Advance notice & invitations to openings, art exhibitions, workshops & historical exhibits

CLICK HERE TO CHOOSE YOUR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP LEVEL



THE BENEFITS OF A BUSINESS CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP:

• Recognition on IAC website, Facebook page, and our online newsletter
• Discounts on advertising in concert brochures (according to donor level)
• Company logo on Business Circle Webpage
• Advance notice & invitations to openings, art exhibitions, workshops & historical exhibits

CLICK HERE TO CHOOSE YOUR BUSINESS CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP LEVEL



YOU MAY ALSO SPONSOR A SPECIFIC EVENT:

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Museum



IMPORTANT NOTICE: As of March 14, 2020 the Town of Islip has directed the Islip Arts Council to cancel all events, classes, tours and public admittance to the Islip Art Museum until further notice.

The Islip Art Museum is a division of the Town of Islip Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and is managed by the Islip Arts Council. It is the leading exhibition space for contemporary art on Long Island. The New York Times recently cited the Museum as the ''best facility of its kind outside Manhattan.''

The Museum presents a number of exhibitions each year in the galleries of the Brookwood Hall Mansion, a landmark estate on Long Island's south shore. Exhibitions are organized to reflect issues and concerns in the current art world.

Suggested Donation $5.

Museum Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 12noon to 4pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE ISLIP ART MUSEUM WEBSITE.

CLICK HERE FOR OTHER LINKS OF INTEREST.






Contact Your Elected Officials

Tell your town supervisor and county legislator how important it is to you and your family that cultural programs continue in the Town of Islip. Let your state senator know how the arts have enhanced the quality of your own life in our town. Below is a contact list of all elected officials in IAC’s jurisdiction.


CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIALS CONTACT LIST.

"My vision is for Brookwood Hall to be the center for all the arts in Islip."

Lynda Moran
Executive Director of the Islip Arts Council

"It is imperative that we keep the arts at the forefront of our children’s education and make it an integral part of our community."

Frank Giaquinto
Vice President of the Islip Arts Council

"As an art educator, I witness the  positive impact engaging in the arts can have on an individual. The IAC engages our community in the positive power of the arts. Art matters."

Christine O'Malley
President of the Islip Arts Council

Contact us

CLICK HERE TO SEE MEMBERS OF OUR BOARD AND STAFF.

HOURS
Islip Arts Council
Tuesday through Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Closed Sunday and Monday

Located at Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish Lane, East Islip, NY 11730

631-224-5420

www.isliparts.org

The Islip Arts Council cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of all information on this website, nor the complete absence of errors and omissions, and assumes no responsibility or liability. All programs and events are subject to change.