Jul 9, 2021 | Press Release
While life is returning to normal, the novel coronavirus continues to be a risk to some and at the front of everyone’s mind. As a community organization, we are committed to doing our part to help protect everyone. Here’s how we are continuing to manage your safety and ours at Bethany Arts Community.
Gallery Hours (July-August 11th)
Wed: 1pm – 7:30pm
Thurs-Fri: 1pm – 4pm
Sat: 10am – 3pm
Advanced Appointment
- No longer required.
- While not required, appointments may be made by emailing us at info@bethanyarts.org or by calling: (914) 944-4278. If we do not answer, please leave a message with your phone number and the day and time you would like to visit. We will return your call and confirm your visit or work with you to find a new time.
- BAC retains the right to limit capacity following NYS and CDC guidelines.
Be Prepared
- Face masks are required inside for all visitors, whether vaccinated or not, older than two years old.
- All staff members, BAC studio artists, and residency artists are required to wear face masks in the hallways and galleries that are open to the public.
- Groups are limited to ten people. If you have a larger group, please call us and we can help you make special arrangements.
- If you are feeling ill or know or believe you may have been exposed to COVID, we ask that you please wait to visit BAC at a later date.
- Keep up to date by following us on our website: bethanyarts.org
During Your Visit
- Hand sanitizer is available upon entry.
- Visitors are asked to sign-in.
- Face masks are to be worn at all times and visitors who are not fully vaccinated are to observe social distancing which at this time means at least 6 feet from staff and visitors not in your family/arrival party.
What we are doing to keep our visitors and staff safe
- Making hand sanitizing stations and wipes available.
- Requiring daily staff and resident artist health checks.
- Frequent cleaning and disinfecting of all open spaces
- Increased monitoring of employee and community health
- Ensuring that staff members follow all recommended safety precautions
Recommended Practices to Reduce the Spread
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available.
- Follow cough and sneeze hygiene.
- Social distance and wear a mask when in public.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Stay abreast of CDC, NY State and Westchester Department of Health guidelines. [CDC.gov, coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home, health.westchestergov.com
Resources
Mar 24, 2021 | Press Release, Sculpture
Bethany Arts Community (BAC) invites artists to propose project ideas for the sculpture park we are developing on the BAC property
The Sculpture Park
The location for the installation is visible from the road and has a prominent position as we grow the sculpture park. We are looking for a large sculpture that can be seen at a distance. No taller than 15 feet. The work may be site specific, or the artist may submit an already existing piece. Proposals may be shown as photographs, hand drawn sketches, digital renderings, or models/maquettes. The sculpture committee suggests that artists visit the location prior to submission to understand the site’s constraints and so their proposals may take these into consideration.
We are looking for a 2 to 3 year sculpture loan. We want to keep the park dynamic and showcase multiple artists over the coming years.
A $2,000 honorarium will be provided to cover transportation and installation. BAC will provide a concrete slab and $200 towards a crane for installation.
How to Apply:
To respond to this Call to Artists, prepare the materials listed below and submit through our online application page. Application deadline is Apr 30th.
Artist Description
Bio, resume, CV or other documents that describe the artist’s background and experience.
Statement of Interest and Initial Project Concept
Narrative describing an initial artistic concept for this site, and the processes you might use for the project. Relevant Work Samples Images of completed past work that you feel is relevant to this site.
Bethany Arts Community’s campus is situated on 25 serene and picturesque acres and combines a charming 1920’s period building with a later addition of a 1950’s dormitory and instructional style wing. BAC is surrounded by abundant perennial beds, expansive lawns and a fruit orchard. BAC is preserving its historic structure while providing the community with a range of accessible arts programs and creating opportunities that will draw global artists to our region. We offer children’s and adult instruction, a performance venue, multiple galleries, rehearsal spaces, affordable studio spaces, short-term artist residencies, a public sculpture garden and beautiful gardens.
VIEW PROPOSED SCULPTURE SITE PHOTOS
About Bethany Arts Community
Our mission is to create a space and environment where the many forms of art can be learned, produced and flourish. Artists of all ages and levels of experience are welcome to explore and create art that the community can experience and be engaged in while enhancing their perception and perspective of the world. BAC aims to inspire sharing, connection and collaboration in a culture designed for the benefit of the local community and beyond.
Bethany Arts Community is dedicated to providing a supportive, creative and stimulating work environment for staff, interns and volunteers. We encourage all to reach their full potential offering unique opportunities to meaningfully contribute to Bethany’s overall organization.
For a list of jobs and volunteer opportunities, Please view opportunities and apply.
Bethany Arts Community is supported by The National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts, Arts Westchester and donations from our community.
Feb 8, 2021 | Press Release
Gallery Hours:
Monday – Friday (10am-12pm & 1pm-4pm)
Saturday Feb 20 (10am – 2:00pm)
Saturday Feb 27 (10am – 2:00pm)
Wednesday Mar 3 additional evening hours (5pm – 8pm)
Appointments are scheduled based on capacity.
We accept appointments for groups based on capacity. If you would like to schedule a group visit, contact us.
Please contact us with any questions 914-944-4278
COVID-19 STATEMENT
The novel coronavirus is at the front of everyone’s mind. Here’s how we are managing your safety and ours here at Bethany Arts Community.
During Your Visit
- All visitors are to use hand sanitizer upon entry.
- Visitors will be asked to provide contact information to support state and local COVID-19 tracing efforts. The provision of information is highly encouraged but optional.
- Face masks are to be worn at all times and visitors are to observe social distancing which at this time means at least 6 feet from staff and visitors not in your family/arrival party.
- Follow the posted one-way traffic pattern and enter through our front door (in the rear of the building by our main parking lot) and exit through Gallery 1.
What we are doing to keep our visitors and staff safe
- Limiting visitors and building / room occupancy to enable comfortable social distancing.
- Making hand sanitizing stations and wipes available.
- Requiring daily staff and resident artist health checks.
- Frequent cleaning and disinfecting of all open spaces
- Increased monitoring of employee and community health
- Ensuring that staff members follow all recommended safety precautions
Recommended Practices to Reduce the Spread
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available.
- Follow cough and sneeze hygiene.
- Social distance and wear a mask when in public.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Stay abreast of CDC, NY State and Westchester Department of Health guidelines. [CDC.gov, coronavirus.health.ny.gov/home, health.westchestergov.com
Resources
Dec 19, 2020 | Press Release
Exhibit: Ossining Black History & Culture: RESILIENCE. DEDICATION. EXCELLENCE.
On display February 6 – March 5
Curated by Joyce Sharrock Cole, Ossining Village Historian
To commemorate Black History Month, Ossining Black History & Culture will honor over 190 years of economic, social, spiritual, political and education contributions made by the African American community of the Village of Ossining.
There is an absence of documented history and lore of the Ossining black community. This exhibit reveals an unseen glimpse into local black culture. Through their drive, resilience, and perseverance, the black community has been an integral component of the growth and prosperity of Ossining, laying foundations that we still benefit from today. Highlighting and amplifying their contributions (spanning two centuries), this exhibit will acknowledge the challenges they faced, celebrate their triumphs, and recognize their commitment to the Ossining community. Thought-provoking, eye-opening, and inspirational, Ossining Black History & Culture is an effort to connect, empathize, and honor the generations of black citizens that broke through barriers to benefit the community of Ossining as a whole.
The photographs and ephemera were loaned/donated by Ossining community members, past and present.
Gallery Hours:
Monday – Friday (10am-12pm & 1pm-4pm)
Saturday Feb 6 (opening) (10am – 2pm)
Saturday Feb 20 (10am – 3:30pm)
Wednesday Feb 17 additional evening hours (5pm – 8pm)
Appointments strongly encouraged.
With Thanks and Acknowledgement:
This exhibit is sponsored by Ossining Innovates!
Bethany Arts Community is supported by The National Endowment for the Arts, New York State Council on the Arts, Arts Westchester and donations from our community.
Nov 20, 2020 | Press Release
During these times, life‘s landscape changes so dramatically and abruptly, leaving many voids in our daily lives as well as in ourselves. It’s in these empty spaces where we can be renewed with simple acts of kindness, consideration and compassion toward each other. Leading with the idea of “how can we help,” Bethany gratefully presents our first annual GiveRaiser.
We hope this gift will bring our community together by bringing you and yours together.
Join us to participate in this collective project. Please register and our gift will be delivered to you.
Beauty lies within the simplicity of giving.
Up to two (2) per household
On a first come, first served basis
Limited quantity available
Completely Free
Oct 8, 2020 | Press Release
Greetings and salutations,
During these challenging times, art is a beacon on the horizon and a place of hope. Despite limitations, Bethany Arts Community has managed to continue meaningful programs for kids, adults, and professional artists virtually and safely in person.
At Bethany Arts Community:
- our workshops, classes and youth arts programs offer experiences in drawing and painting, mosaic, theater and dance.
- our residency program for professional artists – currently in session with a reduced number of artists, in a safe, distanced way – offers opportunities to develop new works and engage with peers and the public
- our gallery, sculpture park and gardens are open and free for all.
Central to the mission of our organization and to ensure accessibility, Bethany Arts Community lowers barriers to participation through scholarships and a policy that no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
We cannot do this work without you.
Bethany Arts Community has been offered a challenge by ArtsWestchester. For every NEW donation to Bethany Arts Community, ArtsWestchester, with the generous support of the Westchester County Executive and Board of Legislators, will match those contributions 1:1, effectively doubling your gift. If you’ve never given to Bethany before, or if you are able to increase your contribution, now is the moment.
Creativity and bold, creative action are the only path forward to a brighter, more equitable future. Join Bethany Arts Community to make these programs possible. Donate now, and your contribution will ensure our arts education programs will continue into a school year full of doubt and budget cuts.
Donate now and support artists facing unprecedented income and opportunity loss. Donate now and your contributions will be doubled by ArtsWestchester. Now is the moment.
The 2020 Art$W Challenge is now available!
Eligible donations will be matched through Dec 31, 2020.
Download Donor Certification Form to make sure your donation is matched!
Tax deductible contributions may be made online at bethanyarts.org/support
or by check made payable to: Bethany Arts Community.
In addition, the Donor Certification Form must be completed and returned to Bethany by the donor to be eligible for the ArtsW Challenge match. Checks and donor forms can be mailed to Bethany Arts Community, 40 Somerstown Road, Ossining, New York 10562 or scanned and e-mailed to info@bethanyarts.org
As always, thank you for your support of Bethany Arts Community and stay safe, well and connected!
David Lyons, Founder & Board President
Abigail Lewis, Executive Director
