The best arts & culture spots in Ellenville

“Benjamin Franklin's Gallery spotlights contemporary work from 100+ emerging and established artists across Manhattan, the Hamptons, and the Hudson Valley, with regularly curated exhibitions that actually feel curated.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Living Torah Museum explores the animals of Jewish tradition with exhibits on creatures from the Torah, Mishna, Talmud, and tefillah, turning familiar texts into something you can picture.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 27, 2026

“Lacasapark is a Gardiner-based art residency and gallery co-founded by Emiliano Casarosa and Jaehee Park, bringing in working artists and sharing the results with the community. If you want a low-key jolt of inspiration, keep an eye on their gallery program and resident showcases right up the road.”

“Fotoxposure is gearing up to launch in the Hudson Valley, and it looks like a fresh spot for art lovers to keep on the radar. The site’s still under maintenance, but you can hop on their email list to be first in line when the doors open online.”

From the Catskills newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Friends of Historic Rochester Museum keeps the Town of Rochester’s history alive with artifacts, local historical info, and genealogy materials they’ve been gathering since 1988. If you’ve got family in Ulster County or just love knowing who built what where, this is a satisfying rabbit hole to fall into.”

From the Catskills newsletter, September 29, 2026

“Give your streaming queue a night off, because Shadowland Stages brings professional live theatre to an intimate Ellenville stage with contemporary plays, sharp comedies, and the kind of New York talent that surprises you this close to home. Bonus, their Academy runs classes for both youth and adults.”

From the Catskills newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Borscht Belt Museum turns our own resort-era stories into engaging, interactive exhibits, from the Catskills as a refuge from bigotry to the cradle of stand-up. This week, step inside the historic bank building and soak up oral histories, star-studded lore, and the spark that changed American culture.”

From the Catskills newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Juniper Cultural Center in Ellenville is all about well-being and community, and this week’s lineup includes yoga flows, a kids music class, and a soothing sound bath. Bring your tight shoulders and curious neighbors, then stay for the come-together vibes and garden-minded spirit.”

From the Wawarsing newsletter, September 29, 2026