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ASI Awards $122,500 to 46 WNY arts projects
Fri, Apr 9th 2021 09:05 am
Arts Services Inc. will award $122,500 in New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) decentralization grants to artists and arts organizations for the production of 46 arts projects in Erie and Niagara counties in 2021.
Event, arts & entertainment venues can reopen at 33% capacity beginning April 2
Wed, Mar 3rd 2021 06:25 pm
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced that, beginning April 2, event, arts and entertainment venues can reopen at 33% capacity, up to 100 people indoors and up to 200 people outdoors. If all attendees present proof of negative test prior to entry, capacity can increase up to 150 people indoors and up to 500 people outdoors.
'The Artpark Idea Series' conversations explore past, present & future of visual arts legacy
Mon, Mar 1st 2021 09:30 am
Artpark & Company on Monday announced a special series of online conversations to explore Artpark's visual arts legacy in a modern context. The "Artpark Idea Series" will feature eight notable artists connected to Artpark over six weekly sessions to be held via Zoom beginning Friday, March 19.
Artpark announces organizational & strategic business updates
Fri, Jan 15th 2021 04:40 pm
Artpark & Company revealed organizational and strategic updates as it works toward continued future growth.
Artpark presents Zoom special with improv stars Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood
Tue, Nov 24th 2020 01:35 pm
Improv legends and "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" veterans Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood unleash a wild, comedic ride with "Stream of Consciousness," where the audience is in the driver's seat, live via Zoom. Artpark & Company welcomes the entertainers Dec. 5, 13 and 19.
The gift that keeps on giving: Artpark presents 'A (Virtual) Christmas with The Griswolds' and Chevy Chase & Beverly D'Angelo
Mon, Nov 16th 2020 10:20 am
Light up your holidays and join Christmas' favorite couple, Ellen and Clark Griswold, for a virtual salute to the holiday classic "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation." Chevy Chase (Clark) and Beverly D'Angelo (Ellen) will lead audiences through this live Artpark event as they share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the "Vacation" franchise, and answer fan questions in a live audience Q&A at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28.
Artpark & Company elects officers, welcomes new directors & reports on 2020 season
Fri, Nov 6th 2020 11:55 am
Artpark & Company's board of directors announced the election of new officers and directors at the organization's annual meeting held virtually via Zoom on Oct. 28. Reelected officers include Joanne Bauer of Employer Services Corp. as chairwoman, Vincent Agnello of Niagara University as secretary, and Stephen Turner of the Bonadio Group as treasurer. Christopher Leardini was elected vice chairman.
Mural completed at Artpark
Fri, Sep 4th 2020 10:30 am
Artpark & Company used its unusually (and pandemic-related) slower spring months to plot out a new mural project for the main parking lot on South Fourth Street in Lewiston. That grand canvas was recently completed and can be seen in these pictures from K&D Action Photo & Aerial Imaging.
300th anniversary celebration of Le Magazin Royal set for Sept. 12 at Artpark
Tue, Sep 1st 2020 07:00 am
In Western New York, it is not often one gets a chance to celebrate the tricentennial of an historic event. But that's what is happening on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Artpark in Lewiston.
PHOTOS: Families flock to Artpark for Fairy House Festival
Sat, Aug 15th 2020 02:20 pm
Just like the first Fairy House Festival a decade prior, the 10th annual event was filled with art, costumes, music and more than a little improv.
PHOTOS: Artpark drive-in series revisits Tragically Hip
Thu, Aug 13th 2020 09:20 am
The Tragically Hip is a beloved Canadian band that, in any given summer, could've performed for a full month at Artpark and found the venue sold-out each night.
Artpark announces launch of 'Cover The Water' by The Holladay Brothers
Mon, Aug 10th 2020 05:05 pm
Artpark & Company announces "Cover The Water," a new site-specific composition by acclaimed multimedia artists and composers The Holladay Brothers. Visitors are able to experience the work while at Artpark via free mobile app available now for download for Apple and coming soon for Google Play/Android devices.
Alarm Will Sound performs WNY premiere of 'Ten Thousand Birds' at Artpark
Mon, Aug 10th 2020 02:50 pm
Acclaimed musical ensemble Alarm Will Sound performed the Western New York premiere of "Ten Thousand Birds" by John Luther Adams at Artpark on Sunday. The Lewiston venue is one of only two sites in the country to present the group for this special performance that utilizes social distancing for both the group of 20 musicians and the audience.
Artpark adds more feature films to drive-in series
Fri, Aug 7th 2020 03:10 pm
Artpark & Company announced more feature films confirmed for its new drive-in series.
Strawberry Moon Festival: Artpark dedicates Native American Peace Garden
Sat, Aug 1st 2020 05:25 pm
Artpark & Company welcomed members of the local and Western New York Native American communities to Lewiston for a ceremony celebrating the official opening of the Peace Garden.
Artpark adds more feature films to drive-in series
Wed, Jul 29th 2020 10:55 am
Artpark & Company has announced more feature films confirmed for its new drive-in series. As a safe summer alternative to large gatherings, the venue is presenting these movies on LED screens on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
Artpark Strawberry Moon Festival: Unveiling of Native American Peace Garden set for Aug. 1
Mon, Jul 20th 2020 11:50 am
Artpark's Strawberry Moon Festival celebrates the Native American traditions and culture that are deeply rooted in Artpark's grounds and surrounding region. At 3 p.m. Aug. 1, as part of a new adapted festival program, Artpark & Company will host a special event to unveil the Native American Peace Garden: A reflection space for healing, celebrating and tranquility.
Artpark announces 10th annual Fairy House Festival for Aug. 15
Fri, Jul 17th 2020 11:55 am
Artpark & Company will present its 10th annual Fairy House Festival on Saturday, Aug. 15, from noon to 4 p.m., at 450 S. Fourth St., Lewiston. Admission is free, but in order to adhere to current social gathering / distancing guidelines, it is requested interested attendees RSVP in advance for timed admission.
Live music returns to Artpark
Mon, Jul 13th 2020 10:10 am
Artpark is churning with activity and fresh initiatives that will allow visitors to interact with the public park in new ways. In the face of multiple concert cancellations and postponements, Artpark & Company has been actively developing new and adapted programs designed to bring the community both relief and inspiration, all while practicing social distancing and all COVID-19-related precautions to keep visitors safe at all times.
Artpark offers update on Strawberry Moon Festival
Mon, Jun 29th 2020 02:20 pm
Artpark & Company announced the Strawberry Moon Festival performance featuring the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra with Jon Lehrer Dance Company, originally planned for Aug. 1, has been postponed to a new date (to be announced) for summer 2021.
More than a traditional walking tour experience: 'The Art of Walking' begins at Artpark
Thu, Jun 25th 2020 11:35 am
This summer, visitors are invited to reinterpret the Artpark experience through "The Art of Walking." A new approach to a traditional walking tour, participants will explore the nature, poetry and story of Artpark in an engaging and surprising way while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Solo Roths, 'Bridges' team working on Artpark's second painted parking lot
Mon, Jun 22nd 2020 10:15 am
Artpark & Company drew rave reviews when, in 2017, Director of Visual Arts & Family Programs Tanis Winslow and a team of artists recreated "Niagara 1979" - the late Gene Davis' "Painted Parking Lot."
Drive-in movie night debuts at Artpark
Wed, Jun 17th 2020 09:15 am
It was a summery Tuesday night in Lewiston, and people were out at Artpark, but the entertainment was a little different than usual.
Artpark books new Chicago date
Wed, Jun 10th 2020 04:05 pm
Artpark & Company on Wednesday announced the Chicago concert originally scheduled for Aug. 7 in the Mainstage Theater has been rescheduled to July 31, 2021.
Artpark announces new summer programming
Mon, Jun 8th 2020 11:50 am
Artpark & Company on Monday announced it will present a drive-in movie series this summer. Movies will be shown at 8 p.m. Tuesdays and 7 p.m. Thursdays.
'The Art of Walking at Artpark' is more than a traditional walking tour experience
Thu, Jun 4th 2020 04:15 pm
This summer, visitors are invited to reinterpret the Artpark experience through "The Art of Walking." A new approach to a traditional walking tour, participants will explore the nature, poetry and story of Artpark in an engaging and surprising way while adhering to social distancing guidelines.
Artpark announces new season of artistic innovation, embracing social distancing in natural setting of Niagara Gorge
Mon, Jun 1st 2020 10:40 am
Artpark is churning with activity and fresh initiatives that will allow visitors to interact with the public park in new ways. In the face of multiple concert cancellations and postponements, Artpark has been actively developing new and adapted programs designed to bring the community both relief and inspiration while practicing social distancing and all COVID-19-related precautions to keep visitors safe at all times.
Artpark offers additional information on concert & event postponements; new date for Tedeschi Trucks Band
Fri, May 29th 2020 03:10 pm
Artpark & Company posted the following message from Executive Director Sonia Clark on its website on Friday:
Artpark working to reschedule concerts; Patti LaBelle, BNL among acts with new date
Tue, May 19th 2020 02:55 pm
As virtually all of Lewiston's summer festivals and large-scale events are canceled, many people have asked about Artpark - will the venue be allowed to stage concerts this summer?
Artpark has new update on summer concerts & events
Thu, Apr 23rd 2020 11:35 am
As the summer draws nearer, I am sure you are wondering about the status of Artpark's season and I would like to share some updates with you.
Artpark announces opportunities for young performers & professional artists
Fri, Apr 10th 2020 07:00 am
During this period of time when the impact of COVID-19 on future public events is still uncertain, Artpark & Company is approaching its nonprofit mission of creating, nurturing and presenting the arts for the community with renewed focus and energy. New initiatives announced for the 2020 season offer learning and performance opportunities for young local singers/musicians, plus a paid contract for a lead artist on a special collaborative large-scale mural project with the "Artpark Bridges" program.
Summer events in limbo, as pandemic has no end date
Fri, Apr 3rd 2020 09:00 am
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday said there's no immediate end date to social distancing or brick and mortar restrictions put in place to slow the spread of COVID-19. Moreover, though he said there is likely a way to have businesses reopen as people are still taking precautionary measures, he acknowledged the coronavirus would still pose a public danger into the summer months.
Artpark's 2nd annual Strawberry Moon Festival expanded to two days
Thu, Mar 12th 2020 01:00 pm
Artpark & Company's Strawberry Moon Festival is growing in year two, with an expanded slate of performances and events for all ages.
Wilco & Sleater-Kinney co-headline 'It's Time' Tour, with stop at Artpark
Tue, Mar 10th 2020 12:30 pm
Wilco and Sleater-Kinney announced their "It's Time" summer 2020 co-headlining tour. After their respective North American and European runs in support of last year's "Ode To Joy" (out now on dBpm Records), Wilco will return stateside, closing out each night of their co-headlining tour with Sleater-Kinney, who just closed out their "The Center Won't Hold" Tour.
Artpark: Earth, Wind & Fire return to Artpark for a special concert event July 18
Tue, Mar 10th 2020 12:20 pm
Music legends Earth, Wind & Fire will return to the Artpark Amphitheater at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 18, for a special concert event presented by Artpark. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 13.
Vampire Weekend releases 'Father of the Bride' bonus tracks, as 2020 live shows begin
Fri, Feb 28th 2020 02:45 pm
Vampire Weekend has released three songs in accompaniment to their Grammy Award-winning album "Father of the Bride." These bonus tracks were originally released exclusively on the physical Japanese CD and were not available digitally until now.
Patti LaBelle to perform June 23 at Artpark Amphitheater as part of 'Tuesdays in the Park'
Mon, Feb 24th 2020 10:15 am
The "Godmother of Soul" and a Grammy Award-winner, Patti LaBelle will perform at the Artpark Amphitheater on June 23 as part of the "Tuesdays in the Park" concert series presented by M&T Bank. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28.
Artpark: Dropkick Murphys and Rancid co-headline 'Boston To Berkeley II Tour'
Thu, Feb 20th 2020 01:55 pm
Dropkick Murphys and Rancid will hit the road together for the first time since 2017, for the co-headlining "Boston To Berkeley II Tour." Each night will culminate with Dropkick Murphys and Rancid on stage together for a joint encore.
Artpark, Funtime Presents welcome Bright Eyes with special guest Lucy Dacus
Tue, Feb 18th 2020 12:00 pm
Bright Eyes with special guest Lucy Dacus will perform at the Artpark Mainstage Theater on Sunday, June 14. This concert is a Funtime Presents event. Indoor reserved tickets ($46-$102) will go on sale at noon Friday, Feb. 21.
Artpark, Funtime Presents welcome Andrew Bird and Calexico, Iron & Wine to Mainstage Theater
Tue, Feb 11th 2020 12:45 pm
Multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird will join collaborators Calexico and Iron & Wine for "The Great Summer Stroll Tour" live at the Artpark Mainstage Theater on June 15.
 

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