DISCOVER THE ARTS WITH US
FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS
the Islip Arts Council has been a cultural beacon on Long Island. Founded in 1974, IAC remains dedicated to leadership, advocacy, and excellence in the arts.
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as we embark on a new and vibrant future, offering a broad spectrum of arts experiences and enrichment to our diverse communities. We continue to present, produce, and promote culturally responsive, high quality programs in varied artistic disciplines.
ATTEND HANGARFEST ON JUNE 12, 2026!
EXHIBITIONS 2026
ATTEND THESE EXHIBITION RECEPTIONS
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Bloom Exhibition at My Town's Cafe / June 16, 6-8pm
Plein Air Exhibition at IAC Gallery / June 17, 6-8pm
"PRIDE 2026: Standing Firm Together in Power & Pride" Celebration at the Central Islip Cohalan Courthouse / Reception June 17, 1pm
ENJOY A COLORFUL PALETTE OF EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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SPONSOR THE 2026 TEENYS!
PROJECT RUNS APRIL 15 - OCT 2
DEADLINE JUNE 12
DEADLINE JUNE 26
DEADLINE JUNE 27
PERFORMANCES IN JULY & AUGUST
COMING IN SEPT 2026
NEXT AVAILABLE - SEPT 2026
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EXHIBITIONS & OPEN CALLS
- JUNE 2026 / OPEN CALL: Currents - Aquatic Art
- JUNE 2026 / OPEN CALL: PRIDE 2026 Standing Firm Together in Power & Pride
- JUNE 2026 / CALL TO ALL IAC MEMBERS - Color & Light: Works Inspired by the French Impressionists
- MAY-JUNE 2026 / Featured Artist: Kristyn Buffa
- APR 2026 / "Bloom" Exhibition at My Town's Cafe
- APR 2026 / Honoring Jewish Heritage at the Central Islip Courthouse
- APR 2026 / OPEN CALL: En Plein Air
- ROLLING OPEN CALL: Rent the IAC Gallery
- ROLLING OPEN CALL: Featured Artists 2026
COUNCIL & MEMBER NEWS
- JUNE 2026 / IAC Executive Director Lynda Moran Announces Her Retirement
- JUNE 2026 / IAC Named Business of the Month
- MAY 2026 / IAC Eco Fair in Fire Island News
- MAR 2026 / IAC Speakeasy Soireé in Islip Bulletin
- MAR 2026 / IAC Director of Operations Linda Weingarten in New Exhibition
- FEB 2026 / IAC Welcomes New Board Members
