North Country Arts Council

06/06/2026

Join The Orchestra of Northern New York on July 1 for their annual Concert in the Park at Thompson Park.

Info is available at https://onny.org/event/concert/2026-2027/frederic-remingtons-america-celebration-our-nations-250th-birthday.

Save the date! ONNY celebrates our nation's 250th birthday this July with an exciting musical program focusing on the life of American artist Frederic Re*****on in collaboration with the Frederic Re*****on Art Museum. This program features American composers such as Aaron Copland, George Gershwin, John Philip Sousa, and many others 🎆

In addition to our performances in Thompson Park and in Helen M. Hosmer Hall, ONNY will also perform at Ogdensburg Free Academy in Ogdensburg ✨

Tickets go on sale on May 15 at ONNY.org/event. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of our nation and its music and art 🎶

06/05/2026

What a fantastic and generous gift that supports the arts and culture at Boldt Castle - 1000 Islands, NY.

NEWS RELEASE

Alexandria Bay, New York – Friday, June 5, 2026

Boldt Castle Receives Historic Steinway Grand Piano Donation from Jim and Susan Nelson

ALEXANDRIA BAY, N.Y. — The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority is pleased to announce the generous donation of a Steinway & Sons Model A Grand Piano to Boldt Castle by Jim and Susan Nelson.

Manufactured in 1878, the piano is a remarkable example of nineteenth-century craftsmanship. Professionally rebuilt approximately 20 years ago, the instrument features a high-gloss rosewood finish, original ivory keytops, and remains in good playing condition.

"We are incredibly grateful to Jim and Susan Nelson for this generous gift," said Keri Jobson, Director of Boldt Facilities. "The piano dates to the same era as George Boldt's rise to prominence and the period in which the Castle was envisioned. It provides a unique connection to the music and culture of the late nineteenth century."

The piano is on display in the Ballroom at Boldt Castle and will occasionally be performed on by qualified musicians, giving guests the opportunity to experience both its beauty and its sound.

The Thousand Islands Bridge Authority extends its sincere appreciation to Jim and Susan Nelson for helping preserve and share this extraordinary instrument with future generations.

Boldt Castle is open to visitors seven days a week from Mother’s Day weekend through Columbus Day, offering guests the opportunity to explore one of the Thousand Islands’ most iconic landmarks. For detailed information on hours of operation, admission, and the fascinating history of the castle and its grounds, please visit www.boldtcastle.com.

For more information:
Please visit our website at www.tibridge.com, email [email protected], follow on Twitter, or call 315-482-2501.

06/03/2026

You don't want to miss this demo and art talk by Fall Art Show committee member and past NCAC president Laura Oakes!

*TONIGHT*
Laura Oakes // Encaustic Artist
Talk & Demo
Our last Art Talk for this series.
Wednesday June 3rd, 6-8pm
Fibonacci Art Gallery
100 Court Street
Watertown, NY 13601

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

We are incredibly excited to announce that the North Country Arts Council is partnering again with Watertown Juneteenth - NY, Art • 315 and the Community Folk Art Center in Syracuse for this year’s 13th Annual celebration! 🖤❤️💚

Art has always been a powerful vessel for storytelling, truth-telling, and celebrating freedom. We are helping to bring a powerful, vibrant art exhibition to life that centers on Black history, liberation, and community resilience right here in our region.

📅 Save the Dates!
Friday, June 19th: Festival kick-off at Watertown City Hall (12 PM - 2 PM) Saturday, June 20th: The main Community Festival at historic Thompson Park (12 PM - 6 PM)

Come out to Thompson Park, immerse yourself in the culture, support local creators, and celebrate freedom through the lens of incredible art. See you there! 👋🏾🎨

To display your work, volunteer, be a vendor or perform:
http://bit.ly/watertownjuneteenthregistrationform2026

Get your free tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-13th-annual-watertown-juneteenth-tickets-1988430562339

06/01/2026

We are sending a huge congratulations and good luck to the North Country Quilting Guild as their Biennial Quilt Show returns next weekend (June 5-7) at the Cerow Recreation Park Arena in Clayton. 🧵

Quilting is one of our most enduring folk and fiber arts, blending intricate geometric patterns, storytelling, and incredible textile mastery. With up to 300 breathtaking quilts on display, daily demonstrations, and a silent auction benefitting the Gouverneur Breast and Ovarian Cancer Fund, it's an event you won't want to miss.

🎫Admission - $10 for a 3-day pass.
👉 Full details on 7 News: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/05/28/quilt-show-returns-june/

05/29/2026

We couldn't miss the Grand Opening of the Gallery of The Blue Frog in Lowville this past weekend! 🐸 💙

The space is stunning — beautiful ceramics, stained glass, watercolors, sculpture, and so much more, all housed in a gorgeous brick-walled gallery.

We stopped in to show some love and soak up the creative energy, watch an amazing stained glass demo with Andrea and caught up with past Fall Art Show Best in Show artist Loretta Lepkowski.

Check out their upcoming events and stop in for some delicious noms at Saint Drogo’s Coffee & Bake House while you're there!

Stop in and see what their artisans have to offer!

05/26/2026

Local singers - here's your chance to shine!

Upload your SOLO A CA****LA performance of the NATIONAL ANTHEM for a chance to win a trip to NASHVILLE to record a professionally produced performance that will air across the country.

05/25/2026

In a small town in far Northern Maine, young people are wishing on shooting stars and wondering what’s to come. A hopeful, funny, sad and true collection of short plays about love, loss – and learning that there's light even when it’s really, really dark.