Making Progress!
The Thousand Islands Arts Center is building a new facility at 321 James Street in Clayton. This aerial view shows that the basement is complete and construction is progressing well. Project completion is set for the summer of 2026. Arial photo credit: Chris Murray
New Exhibitions at the Thousand Islands Arts Center
CLAYTON – The Thousand Islands Arts Center ~ Home of the Handweaving Museum presents itscurrent exhibition, Beyond the Landscape, featuring the work of Linda Toomey, and Texture,Form, Color. It will be on display through May 17, with an opening reception Friday, May 9,4:30-6:60 pm.Linda Toomey, a Buffalo native, began her painting career in earnest after […]
North Country Museum Directors Gather
North Country museum directors recently gathered at the annual Museum Association of New York (MANY) conference, held this year in Ithaca. Pictured (l to r): Marina Loew, assistant director of the Thousand Islands Arts Center ~ Home of the Handweaving Museum; Maggie McKenna, executive director of the Frederic Remington Art Museum; and Rebecca Hopfinger, executive […]
Thousand Islands Arts Center inspires creativity and builds community connections
The Arts Center was recently featured in the Thousand Islands Sun. Take a look!
People’s Choice Announced at Arts Center’s Reception
Student art from the Thousand Islands High and Middle schools has been on display at the Thousand Islands Arts Center, and at a recent reception, the people’s choice awards were announced. The exhibition can be seen through April 13, so there is still time to take a look!
Arts Center Seeks Submissions for Wearable Exhibition
Clayton – The Thousand Islands Arts Center is pleased to announce a call for wearable art for the upcoming juried exhibition, Wear Art Thou! The exhibit will run May 28-July 5.Wearable art is one-of-a-kind, handmade fashion items designed to be worn – from belts, hats, shoes, and purses, to pants, dresses, shirts, jewelry, and glasses. […]
Student Art on Exhibition at The Arts Center
The Thousand Islands Arts Center is currently exhibiting local student art. This is the second annual collaboration with the art teachers from Thousand Islands Middle and High School showcasing work from their students. It’s on display through Apr. 11, with a reception Thursday, Apr. 3, 6-8 pm. There will also be a musical performance from […]
Thousand Islands Arts Center Receives Northern New York Community Foundation Grant
Clayton, NY (February 19, 2025) – The Thousand Islands Arts Center ~ Home of the Handweaving Museum (TIAC), announced today that it has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the Northern New York Community Foundation. The grant will be used to support the Arts Center Campus Project, which includes construction of a new museum and […]
Be the next Art of The Year winner!
CLAYTON – The Thousand islands Arts Center is holding an art of the year contest. Anyone age 16 or older can submit artwork with the hope of being chosen to be their “Art of the Year.”The winner will receive a $200 commission award, stickers of their piece, and recognition in all marketing/social media materials and […]
After School Arts Program to begin at the Arts Center
CLAYTON – The Thousand Islands Arts Center ~ Home of the Handweaving Museum is excited to announce its spring season of After School Arts starting Tuesday, Feb. 11, and running through Thursday, Apr. 10.After School Arts (ASA) is an eight-week art and craft educational program that the Arts Center offers for children ages 5 – […]
Jump into the holiday spirit at the Arts Center Dec. 7!
On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Thousand Islands Arts Center invites the community to join its third annual Elves’ Fair! The family-friendly Elves’ Fair is free to the public and features over 15 regional artisans, a special holiday-themed cocktail bar, and children’s activities. Visitors can meet local artists, do a little holiday shopping, and visit the […]
