Athens Cultural Center

The Athens Cultural Center has been a gathering place for local arts, classes, film, and community happenings since 2005. ACC offers a rich variety of free and paid classes for all art enthusiasts. Exhibitions are presented throughout the year, along with special events. Housed in a former 1870s storefront, ACC is steps away from the Hudson River. Every December, ACC presents their signature authentic Victorian Stroll.

Exhibits:

Seasons of Greene 

Saturdays from 1-6 pm

Fridays, 4-7 pm, through Aug 30, and

Noon-4 Sunday afternoon July 21 and Sep. 1.

Since its launch in 2017, each iteration of the Seasons of Greene exhibit has showcased new paintings capturing landscapes and properties under the stewardship of the Greene Land Trust, alongside other noteworthy locations awaiting protection by the Trust. This year’s exhibition features works by eight esteemed regional landscape artists: Sue Barassi, Richard Bazelow, Bruce Bundock, James Coe, James Cramer, Rosemary Hanson, Susan Story, and Marlene Wiedenbaum.

The event serves as a fundraiser for the Greene Land Trust, with a portion of the proceeds from art sales dedicated to supporting the Trust’s mission. This mission focuses on safeguarding significant locales throughout Greene County, such as scenic vistas that inspired the Hudson River School painters, agricultural lands integral to the county’s heritage, and open spaces crucial for wildlife habitats and recreation.

Seasons of Greene V debuts alongside the fifth annual Upstate Art Weekend, a multifaceted celebration across the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley, featuring more than 140 participants. This convergence highlights the cultural richness of Upstate New York and underscores the event’s role in fostering community engagement and appreciation for the region’s artistic legacy.