Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts

Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts We offer classes for all ages, skill level and ability, not to mention art shows, concerts, & more

The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts - upstate New York's premier community arts center - houses exceptional art venues, hosts family fun events and provides educational opportunities for people of all ages, abilities and artistic skills. Located on 66 picturesque acres in Fulton County, NY, the Nigra Arts Center offers a wide range of classes and workshops on everything from music, dance and

painting to culinary arts and yoga. Plays, concerts, art exhibitions, and winter/summer day camps for children are just some of our other offerings. Additionally, we provide a beautiful and professional setting for corporate events such as conferences, retreats and private functions.

🎨 Calling all artists everywhere! The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is seeking submissions for our final show of t...
09/05/2026

🎨 Calling all artists everywhere! The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is seeking submissions for our final show of the year – the 2026 Reflection Art Show.

Art of all media and any subject matter is welcome in this all-inclusive exhibition. Help us close out 2026 and welcome 2027 with your best new art, or reflect on the past by showing off your favorite pieces from your portfolio!

For more information on this show and how to enter work, please visit pncreativeartscenter.org/art-shows or call us at (518) 661-9932.

Deadline to Submit: October 4, 2026
Show Dates: October 30, 2026 – January 7, 2027
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 5 | 4-7 p.m.

The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is happy to announce the award winners for our eighth annual Membership Art Show...
09/04/2026

The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is happy to announce the award winners for our eighth annual Membership Art Show! In honor of the member artists who support our operations year-round, we’re proud to offer the following awards in three categories:

Best in Show – Photography
First Place: “Crowning Glory” by Gary Larsen (Edinburg, NY)
Second Place: “Into the Light” by Thomas Sturm (Caroga Lake, NY)
Honorable Mention: “Morning Stroll” by Deborah Bryk (Saratoga Springs, NY)

Best in Show – 3D Art
First Place: “Rain Forest Drum” by Karen Elem (Gansevoort, NY)
Second Place: “Winifred” by Laurie Snell (Northville, NY)
Honorable Mention: “Assemblage #1” by Cindy Sheeler (Gloversville, NY)

Best in Show – Fine Art
First Place: “Vanishing Light” by Kseniya Ostrovska (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Second Place: “New Moon” by Timothy Prendergast (Scotia, NY)
Honorable Mention: “Dusk, Algonquin Lake” by Deborah Angilletta (Scotia, NY)

Congratulations to all the award winners and thank you to all the artists who contributed to this beautiful exhibition! The show will be on display in our gallery until October 22 – make sure to come see it in person before it’s gone!

🀄 We had another great Mah Jongg Open Play session at the Tiles & Tables Social Club!Congratulations to Tim, June, and S...
09/03/2026

🀄 We had another great Mah Jongg Open Play session at the Tiles & Tables Social Club!

Congratulations to Tim, June, and Susan on their Mah Jonggs! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who joined us for an enjoyable time filled with fun, friendship, and friendly competition. We look forward to seeing you at our next Open Play!

Today’s the day! We hope to see you at the Meet the Artists Opening Reception - 2026 Membership Art Show this evening, 4...
09/03/2026

Today’s the day! We hope to see you at the Meet the Artists Opening Reception - 2026 Membership Art Show this evening, 4-7 p.m., at the Nigra Arts Center.

Come browse an incredible collection of over 120 pieces in a wide variety of 2D and 3D media by more than 50 of our member artists and vote on your favorites to win our Community Choice Award, sponsored by Kathleen Marshall! This is a great opportunity to connect with the local arts community over light refreshments, stunning artwork and a beautiful atmosphere.

There is no fee to attend the reception. Stop by any time between 4 and 7 p.m. See you soon!

Thank you to our Arts Champion sponsors, CDPHP and , an Aon company, for their support of this show.

🧶 It’s almost fall – come learn how to hand-knit your own blankets to keep the chill away!Under the guidance of instruct...
09/02/2026

🧶 It’s almost fall – come learn how to hand-knit your own blankets to keep the chill away!

Under the guidance of instructor Lynette May, students will learn how to use nothing but chenille yarn and their own hands to make their own customized lap blankets. No needles or previous knitting experience required, and everyone will go home with their own blanket in just a few hours!

This class is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $60 – all materials provided. Come enjoy a fun and relaxing creative morning with us and leave with a cozy new addition to your home! Pre-registration is required – call us at (518) 661-9932 or visit https://bit.ly/PNCCAEvents to sign up now.

Imagine our space transformed...On September 18, the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts will take on a whole new look a...
09/01/2026

Imagine our space transformed...

On September 18, the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts will take on a whole new look as we welcome guests for , Chapter of The Arc New York's Lexington’s Night Out Masquerade!

Elegant details. Dramatic décor. A little mystery. And a lot to celebrate!

We can’t wait to reveal what’s in store for this one-of-a-kind event. Come join in on the fun! Visit thearclexington.org/2026-lexington-gala for more information and to buy your tickets now.

You are all invited to the Meet the Artists Opening Reception - 2026 Membership Art Show this Thursday, September 3, 4-7...
08/31/2026

You are all invited to the Meet the Artists Opening Reception - 2026 Membership Art Show this Thursday, September 3, 4-7 p.m.!

This exhibition highlights the member artists who support us year-round. This year, over 120 pieces by more than 50 members are on display. They will hang in our gallery now until October 22.

The reception is a great opportunity to browse the beautiful new show while meeting some of the featured artists. Light refreshments will be served and awards will be presented at about 5:30 p.m. Come help us celebrate the talents of our member artists and vote on your favorite pieces to win the Community Choice Award, sponsored by Kathleen Marshall!

Thank you to our Arts Champion sponsors, CDPHP and NFP, an Aon company, for their support of this show.

September is just around the corner! Here is just a selection of the fun things we have happening at the Nigra Arts Cent...
08/29/2026

September is just around the corner! Here is just a selection of the fun things we have happening at the Nigra Arts Center next month:

🎭 Lexington, Chapter of The Arc New York's Night Out Masquerade gala on September 18 – come see the arts center transformed and join in on the night of elegant intrigue!

🀄 Mah Jongg 101 and 102 classes and open play sessions throughout the month, and a themed social event on September 25

💅 Girls’ Day Out: Craft and Chill – a fun crafting session for teens and young women on September 5

🧶 Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop with Lynette May on September 12

🧘‍♀️ Weekly yoga on Wednesday evenings with instructor Lynn Hughes

🍲 Culinary classes on making Polish gołumpkis on September 9 and beef stew in a bread bowl on September 30 with Brenda Dwyer

🔥 A workshop on wood burning designs onto serving boards in collaboration with The Studio for Art and Craft on September 29

🎨 Beginner-friendly oil painting with Charles Felder on September 24

🖌️ Fall-themed painting and craft classes with Jake Willwerth on Tuesday mornings

✨ And more!

Please visit https://bit.ly/PNCCAEvents or call (518) 661-9932 to learn more or sign up for any of our September classes and events. See you soon!

🀄 September is here at Tiles & Tables!A new month brings even more ways to enjoy Mah Jongg with friends, old and new.✨ N...
08/28/2026

🀄 September is here at Tiles & Tables!

A new month brings even more ways to enjoy Mah Jongg with friends, old and new.

✨ NEW: Mahj With Your Crew — bring your whole table and make a night of it!

🍂 Autumn Harvest Mah Jongg — choose your experience: Discover, Guided Play with an instructor, or Open Play.

Plus, Mah Jongg 101 & 102 and Weekly Open Play continue throughout the month.

Take a look at our September News and join us around the table!

New month. New friends. More Mah Jongg! 🀄❤️

Our eighth annual Membership Art Show is on display now until October 22!This special showcase of the talents of our mem...
08/27/2026

Our eighth annual Membership Art Show is on display now until October 22!

This special showcase of the talents of our member artists features work in a wide variety of media, from paintings and photography to ceramics and fiber arts and everything in between. There is no better collection of work to represent the arts community in our region and we can’t wait for you to see it in person!

All are invited to this show’s Meet the Artists Opening Reception next Thursday, September 3, 4-7 p.m. This evening of art appreciate will include light refreshments, mingling with some of the featured artists and an awards ceremony at about 5:30 p.m. We hope to see you there!

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2736 State Highway 30
Gloversville, NY
12078

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

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