Upcoming Events And Activities

Eighth Annual Members' Show
Now thru December 10, 2023
This annual show is a thank-you to all of our members and will feature work by over 70 Academy artists in all media. Learn more.

Memoir Writing Workshop with Elizabeth Diggs
January 11-February 29, 2:00-4:00pm
This popular workshop is back! Start the new year crafting the memoirs you have been waiting to tell, with expert tutelage . Learn more.

2024 Revels
There's no better way to shake off winter's chill. Support the Academy and enjoy great food, friends and neighbors at this annual moveable feast. Stay tuned for details.


Concert to Benefit Hudson's Operation Unite
Saturday, April 6, 3:00pm
This benefit will feature Antony Bracewell (violin/viola), Gili Melamed-Lev (piano) and Julian Müller (cello) playing music by Mozart, Piazzolla, Brahms, Mendelssohn, Saint Saens and Beethoven. Learn more.

Activists Among Us, Cont.
As promised, the panelists from this exciting discussion have provided links to info and ongoing work. Learn More.


Still Here, Cont.
View the slide presentation from Heather Bruegl's fascinating and informative presentation. Learn more.


2023 Young Writers’ Contest Winners
Our judges have deliberated and have chosen winners in both Fiction & Non-Fiction categories. See this year's winners and read the work from these talented young writers. Learn more.


Annual Appeal
Help to support our mission of Building Community Through the Arts, 50 years and going strong. Make your tax deductible gift today.

Watch and Listen to PAST Programming

Dexter Palmer & Rishi Reddi
Discuss their works of historical fiction with Daphne Kalotay. Watch the video on our YouTube channel.


Peter Sis
Discusses his book Nicky and Vera- A Quiet Hero of the Holocaust and the Children He Rescued, with Carl Atkins.
Watch the video.


Rick Rogers
Learn how to make Almas Pite, a delicious Hungarian apple pie.
In conversation with Madaline Sparks. Watch the interview.

HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED

Become a Member
We're dedicated to programs in a welcoming space for our Columbia County community and neighbors. Learn More

Summer/Fall 2023 Newsletter Now Available
Lots in store for the upcoming season.
See the latest as well as past newsletters.