Ithaca Parks & Leisure

Events

MUSEUMS

Paleontology Research Institution , 1259 Trumansburg Road, Ithaca, New York
Founded in 1932, this Institution houses one of the nation's largest collections of invertebrate fossils and living shells and a large research library. They also publishe scholarly books and journals on paleontology. Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Mon. thru Fri.
Call (607) 273-6623

Photography Gallery, Roy H. Park School of Comm, Danby Road, Ithaca College
Sponsored by the Dept of Cinema and Photography and the Roy H. Park School of Communications, this gallery features the work of photographers living in other areas of the U.S.
Open during the summer 9 am - 5 pm., Mon. - Fri.; during semesters open 8:30 am to 11 pm., Mon.-Thurs., 9 am - 5 pm Fri. and Sat. and 1 pm to 11 pm Sunday.
Call (607) 274-3242

Sola Art Gallery, Corner of Buffalo & Cayuga Streets, DeWitt Mall, Ithaca, New York
Six to eight shows a year feature graphic arts, from handmade paper to intaglios and serigraphs. Contemporary printmakers of the United States, England, France, Germany and Japan are well represented at the gallery. Open Mon. - Sat. 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. Closed Sun.
Call (607) 272-6552

Sciencenter , 601 First Street, Ithaca, New York
A hands-on science museum and outdoor science park for people of all ages to experience the excitement of scientific discovery. Visit the interactive computer exhibits, the amazing audio kinetic sculpture, and much much more. Showtime is every Saturday at 2 pm, with activities and talks ranging from recycling to snakes. Hours are Tue.-Sat. 10 am to 5 pm, Sun. Noon to 5 pm. Open Monday national holidays only. Closed New Year's, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Call (607) 272-0600

Spencer Historical Society Museum, Center Street, Spencer, New York
The Spencer Historical Society, which supports a Museum that contains a permanent collection of objects, photographs, documents and genealogy materials, was formed to encourage the discovery, preservation and dissemination of knowledge about the history of Spencer. Exhibits change with each new season. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day, holidays and Sundays from 2 to 5 pm. Closes after Labor Day.
Call (607) 589-6906

State of the Art Gallery , 120 West State Street, Ithaca, New York
State of the Art is a membership gallery that showcases local and regional artists working in all media. Exhibitions change regularly. Poetry readings and performance events are also scheduled. Call (607) 277-1626

Ulysses Historical Society Museum , 61 East Main Street, Trumansburg, New York
Collection of over 9,000 volumes, featuring material for children and adults.
Call (607) 387-5659

Upstairs Gallery , 215 North Cayuga Street, Ithaca, New York (DeWitt Office Complex)
The gallery features paintings, drawings, photographs, and sculptures displayed in seven major shows a year for professional artists. Many of whom are affiliated with Cornell University and Ithaca College. Open Tues. - Sat. 11 am - 5 pm. Closed Sun. & Mon. Handicap accessible.
Call (607) 272-8614

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Asia House Gallery , 118 South Meadow Street, Ithaca, New York
Specializes in classic fine arts and traditional decorative arts of all the peoples of Asia - with special emphasis on the arts of China, India, Japan and Korea. They have eight exhibition rooms that feature free seasonal exhibits on all aspects of Oriental art.
Open Tue.-Fri. 11 am - 5 pm, Sat. 10 am - 2 pm or by appointment.
Call (607) 272-8850

Corners Gallery , Hanshaw Road, Ithaca, (Community Corners Shopping Center, NY)
Collections of original print portfolios and wall displays by American and European artists and antique prints with maps of the Ithaca area and Cornell also featured. A variety of work includes engraving, etching, aquatint, mezzotint and lithography to pastel, pencil and oil.
Open mon - fri 10 am - 5;30 pm. Sat 10 am - 2 pm.
Call (607) 257-5756

Cortland County Historical Society Sugget House Museum ,
25 Homer Avenue, Cortland, New York
Italianate home. Collections representing county's 200-year history featuring furniture, home arts, textiles, stoneware, military memorabilia. Open Tues.-Sat. 1 - 5 p.m.
Call (607) 756-6071

Dewitt Historical Society/Tompkins County Museum ,
401 East State Street, Ithaca, New York
Featuring exhibits on Tompkins County and the City of Ithaca. Exhibits on local history are installed every year. The DeWitt also maintains a research library and gift ship. Open Tue.-Sat. 11 am - 5 pm with the reference room and library open Tue., Thurs., and Saturdays only.
Call (607) 273-8284

Dowd Fine Arts Gallery , Corner of Graham Ave. and Prospect Terrace
Dowd Fine Arts Center at SUNY Cortland features exhibits by old masters and contemporary artists. Open Sept. 1 - May 15, Tues.-Sat, 11 am - 4 pm. Closed Sun. & Mon.
Call (607) 753-4216

1890 House-Museum and Center for Victorian Art ,
37 Tompkins Street, Cortland, New York.
This grand mansion was built by successful wire manufacturer Chester F. Wickwireat, at the height of the "Gilded Age" . This 30-room mansion features parquet floors, jewel-like stained glass windows, ornate decorative stenciling, and oak and cherry woodwork. The castle is the highlight of Cortland's Historic District and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visit the 4-room orientation center, the towers and turrets, the nooks and crannies, the landscaped lawns and the two-story carriage barn of this structure. Open daily 1-4 pm, except Mondays and major holidays. Call (607) 756-7551

The Gallery-Fine Arts, 211 Hancock Street, Ithaca, New York
Specializing in regional landscapes, there are exhibitions on pastels, drawings, watercolors, oils and acrylics. Open Tues. - Sat., 10 am to 3 pm.
Call (607) 275-0309

Handwerker Gallery , Caroline Werner Gannett Center, Ithaca College, NY
Six to eight shows, composed of contemporary art, are presented each year, including annual faculty and senior student exhibitions. Their permanent collection includes Twentieth-century graphic art, photographs, African and pre-Columbian arts.
Call (607) 274-3018

Handwork, 102 West State Street, Ithaca, New York
Owned and operated by over 25 local crafts people, its members are skilled crafts people producing quality pottery, jewelry, glass, clothing, furniture and more. The public is provided the opportunity to deal directly with the crafts people. It also features open houses, seconds sales, demonstrations, and special shows throughout the year.
Open Mon.-Sat.. 10 am - 6 pm; Thurs. & Fri. till 9 pm, Sun. noon-5 pm.
Call (607) 273-9400

John Hartell Gallery , Sibley Dome, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
This facility was named for Cornell artist, architect, and educator John Hartell. They feature works of various media with the intent of providing a learning resource for the faculty, students, and staff of Cornell University and the greater Ithaca community, primarily showing student and faculty works, but often displaying exhibits of visiting artists and traveling shows.
Gallery hours are Mon.-Fri. 8 am to 5 pm.
Call (607) 255-9013 or (607) 255-9110

Hinkley Museum , 410 East Seneca Street, Ithaca, New York
Collections and exhibitions at the museum focus on the 18th and 19th century regional, domestic, decorative and folk arts. This estate dedicated by Henry N. Hinckley features his personal collections of items from this period. There are two changing exhibits per year accompanied by special programs. The museum is open Saturday 10 am to 4 pm and by appointment. Closed January and February.
Call (607) 273-7053

Homeville Museum, 49 Clinton Street, Homer, New York
Model railroad and military museum. Civil war period thru Vietnam War.
Open May - October Thurs eves 7 - 9 pm. Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month 1 - 4 pm
Call (607) 749-3105

Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art , University Avenue, Ithaca, New York
Designed by world-renowned architect I.M. Pei, the museum houses an impressive collection that spans thirty centuries and six continents with particular strengths in prints as well as Asian and contemporary art. There are changing programs of special exhibitions for diversity and quality.
Open Tues. through Sun. 10 am - 5 pm. Closed Monday
Call (607) 255-6464

Mastercraft Custom Framing and Fine Art , 502 West State Street, Ithaca, New York
A fair selection of antique and reproduction prints of the Tompkins County area, alongside limited edition prints and hand colored etchings from national and regional artists.
Open Mon. - Fri. 9 am to 5 pm. Sat 10 am to 2 pm. Closed Sundays.
Call (607) 272-6637

New Alexandrian Bookstore, Gallery & Cafe, 110 N. Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY
Ithaca's only bookstore specializing in East/West traditions, world and New Age Music, audio and video rentals, and much more. Seasonal hours Mon. - Sat. 10 am to 5:30 pm.
Seasonal extended hours.
Call (607) 272-1663

Olive TJaden Gallery , Tjaden Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
The Olive Tjaden Gallery features an exhibit space for painting, photography, sculpture, and printmaking from Cornell student and faculty.
Open year-round Mon.-Fri. 8 am to 5 pm.
Call (607) 255-6730