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EXHIBITIONS
FEATURED EVENTS
PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN HECKSCHER PARK
with Artist Christine D’Addario
Saturday, May 3, 2025 (Rain Date: May 4)
11 am – 4 pm
Join artist Christine D’Addario for a special day of painting en plein air in Heckscher Park, just steps outside of the Museum! Meet on the Museum steps and then enjoy beautiful Heckscher Park. Find the perfect spot and spend the afternoon painting en plein air, guided by renowned artist Christine D’Addario.
$50 Members, $60 Non-Members
Bring a brown bag lunch and your own painting supplies.
KIDS PROGRAM
Art Explorers Club: Blooming with Love
for Ages 5 – 10
Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:30 – 10:30 am in English, 11 am – 12 pm in Spanish
Start your weekend with art, in both English and Spanish! Join bilingual Museum Educator Kim Zambrano one Saturday each month for a new and exciting interactive gallery tour, hands-on art making, stories, and much more. Kids will explore a variety of different art materials and techniques as they create open-ended projects and let their imaginations soar! Get creative and make new friends at this program designed specifically for ages five through ten. On May 10, explore the art of printmaking to create a colorful flower-filled memory garden. This project will be inspired by Heckscher Park and offer a meaningful connection to our loved ones.
$5 per family, Free for members
NAHS 6×6 INSTALLATION
On View in the Central Gallery
Thursday, May 15 – Sunday, May 18, 2025
12 – 5 pm
Enjoy a Central Gallery display of high school student artwork created as part of the NAHS Collaborative partnership! 2025 marks the 11th annual National Art Honor Society 6×6 Collaborative! This year’s program is in partnership with eight high schools: Babylon High School, Cold Spring Harbor HS, Half Hollow HS East, Harborfields HS, Hicksville HS, Oyster Bay HS, Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK HS, Syosset HS. This program brings National Art Honor Society (NAHS) Chapters together to collaborate, create and exhibit! Students meet, learn about artwork, and ultimately create and exhibit their work. Students were inspired by the theme of “Community” as it related to the Museum’s exhibition The Body Politic: Long Island Biennial 2024 and created a 6-inch by 6-inch square work of art for display.Â
Free
HUNTINGTON PUBLIC ART CRAWL
Docent Tours, 6×6 Art Installation, & Food Drive
Saturday, May 17, 2025
12 – 5 pm
Join us during the Huntington Public Art Crawl for a day filled with creativity and connection! Explore the exhibitions with docent-led guided tours offered at 12:30pm and 2:30pm. Experience the colorful 6×6 collaborative installation created by National Art Honor Society students from eight high schools on view in our Central Gallery. Plus, support our food drive in partnership with the Huntington Tri CYA! Every item you donate earns you a raffle ticket for a chance to win a special prize! Learn more about all of the participating organizations and activities in Huntington on May 17 at www.huntingtonpublicartcrawl.com.
Free
Join the Team!
VOLUNTEER OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, May 18, 2025
10 – 11 am
The Heckscher Museum of Art is currently looking for Guest Experience Volunteers! Volunteers are the heart and soul of everything we do at the Heckscher. Become part of our vibrant community of art and museum lovers! Join us for this free information session to learn more about this exciting new volunteer opportunity. Light refreshments will be served.Â
Free
Registration recommended.
TRIVIA NIGHT!
Thursday, May 22, 2025
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Put your knowledge of arts and culture to the test during the Museum’s inaugural Trivia Night hosted by Think Inc. Trivia! Teams of 2 to 4 players will enjoy a night of challenging questions for all levels as they compete for prizes and the title of trivia champion. Each ticket includes two complimentary drinks and light refreshments will be provided.
$25 Members, $35 Non-Members
Space is limited. Registration is required. Must be 21+ to attend.
Questions? Contact Schare@Heckscher.org
