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For more than 50 years the Islip Arts Council has been a cultural beacon, offering a broad spectrum of arts experiences and enrichment to the community. Founded in 1974, IAC is dedicated to leadership, advocacy, and excellence in the arts. We endeavor to present, produce, and promote culturally responsive, high quality programs in varied artistic disciplines for our diverse Long Island community.
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EXHIBITIONS 2026
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2026 Receptions TBA
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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OPEN CALL DEADLINE JAN 23, 2026
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OPEN CALL DEADLINE JAN 26, 2026
OPEN CALL DEADLINE JAN 29, 2026
OPEN CALL DEADLINE FEB 1, 2026
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EXHIBITIONS & OPEN CALLS
- JAN 2026 / Featured Artist: Angela Smith
- JAN 2026 / OPEN CALL: Rent the IAC Gallery
- DEC 2025 / OPEN CALL for 2026: Prohibition – Art Under the Influence
- DEC 2025 / OPEN CALL for 2026: IN VIEW – A Featured Collection by Black Artists & Writers
- DEC 2025 / OPEN CALL for 2026: Black History Month at the Central Islip Courthouse
- ROLLING OPEN CALL: Featured Artists 2026
- DEC 2025 / Annual Winter Members Show
- NOV 2025 / OPEN CALL for 2026: Tastefully Risqué
