A division of the Huntington Historical Society, the David Conklin Farmhouse is a living history museum designed to exhibit three distinct American time periods: Colonial, Federal and Victorian. The museum offers visitors the opportunity to learn about American history from the birth of the nation through the Civil War through the use of exhibits and authentic artifacts, inlucing a chair used by George Washington himself. Guided group tours are available, and donations are suggested. For more information, please contact the David Conklin Farmhouse Museum at the provided telephone number or visit its Web site.
Trilok Fusion Center for Arts & Education is a nonprofit organization which endeavors to provide its community with a cultural and artistic facility. Offering summer and after-school programs for children, including Bharatanatyam, an Indian classical dance, music, cooking, language classes, photography, yoga, art, theater and more, Trilok Fusion Center additionally provides studio rental space for workshops, events and parties, and is home to a preschool which caters to students ages 2 to 5.
Puppet Works puts on performances with puppets every weekend at 12:30pm and 2:3 pm. Located at the corner of 4th Street and 6th Avenue, Puppet Works requires reservation via phone. Currently playing at the Park Slope location: Beauty & the Beast.
Stephen Talkhouse hosts live entertainment. In the summer months customers can enjoy a beverage in its outdoor seating area while listening to live music. You can purchase tickets online or at the door. Visit the website for showtimes and details.
Built in 1784, Clinton Academy was one of the first academies chartered by the Board of Regents in New York State. Reverend Samuel Buell of the East Hampton Presbyterian Church asked locals to donate money to construct the late-Georgian building. Co-educational, boys were schooled for careers, while girls were given classes in etiquette and spiritual reading. It was later a community center and a playhouse, held the town offices and even the local newspaper.
The East Hampton Historical Society oversees the historic site, which now hosts exhibitions and lectures. The Mimi Meehan Native Plant Garden, between the Clinton Academy and its neighbor, The East Hampton Star, is open year-round. The Garden Club of East Hampton tends to the small garden.
Pelham Art Center is a nonprofit public art gallery offering classes and public programs for the community. The center offers free weekend and evening events, a regularly changing exhibit (free to the public), and an annual craft show at the end of the year. There is also an outreach program designed to assist members of the community who may not otherwise be able to participate in the center's programs. Financial aid is available for those interested in taking classes; members of the center receive a discount.
The Gallery Players theater has been staging classic and contemporary plays and musicals since 1967. The 99-seat theater is located in a basement-level space in Park Slope. Patrons are advised to arrive at least 10 minutes before curtain. Tickets can be purchased in advance; any remaining tickets are available for purchase at the door with cash only.
Laser Kingdom is a laser tag business offering a variety of services to customers, including parties and event hosting for birthdays, corporate events, graduations, anniversaries or just a day of fun. The company also offers Laser Kingdom memberships, which net members discounts, score tracking, free food and other perks.
Creation Art Center offers classes in which students learn and master a wide selection of art techniques including drawing, cartooning, painting, airbrushing, sculpting, comic book style art, illustration and more. Whether you are a first timer or an experienced artist, everyone can find something to learn at the Creation Art Center.
In the Northwest Woods section of East Hampton is a true hidden gem. LongHouse Reserve is about 16 acres of gardens and art works. Founded by Jack Lenor Larsen, a renowned textile designer, art collector and author. The gardens surround Mr. Larsen's house which double as his private residence and the reserve's offices. Sculptures, plant collections, ornamental borders and decorations make for a magical tour. There is also an educational focus and programs. It never quite looks the same as the last time you were there.
Founded in 1963, the Huntington Arts Council is a not-for-profit organization which enriches the quality of life of Long Islanders with programs and services that address the needs and interests of artists, cultural organizations and the community.
The Council's programs reach over 750,000 Long Island residents, and it serves the entire region with its cultural listings at www.huntingtonarts.org. The New York State Council on the Arts has accorded the Huntington Arts Council the primary status designation of "being of particular importance to the cultural life of New York State."
The Council is the official arts coordinating agency for the Town of Huntington, and serves as the primary regranting agency on Long Island for the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), in addition to its services to over 600 member cultural organizations and individual artist members.
LaMantia Gallery is located on Main Street. It has been in business since 1990 and is known internationally as a place where you can see beautiful artwork.
It represents a wide variety of international artists including Andrew Atroshenko, Arvid, Fabian Perez, Davis and much more. It also offers custom framing services.