PROGRAMS + EVENTS
Programs + Events
June 2026
Upstate Art Weekend Kick Off at Olana
Kick off Upstate Art Weekend’s seventh edition at Olana State Historic Site, in partnership with Bloomberg Connects and The Olana Partnership. Join a toast in the Frederic Church Center for Art and Landscape followed by a conversation with local artists on the occasion of the artist Frederic Church’s 200th birthday year. This dialogue will be moderated by UAW founder, Helen Toomer.
Member Event | Ridge Road Walk with Author Annik LaFarge
Join Annik LaFarge, author of "Composing Olana," for an exclusive guided tour along Olana’s Ridge Road. Walk with Annik as she excavates the rich stories found in Olana’s landscape and views, from the political maneuvering between the Mohicans and Dutch settlers in the 17th century to the work of 20th environmental activists to preserve the health and beauty of the Hudson Valley.
July 2026
Member Event | “Your Friend, Frederic E. Church” Exhibition Tour at the Albany Institute
Join us on Sunday, July 12 at 11am for this exclusive curator-led tour for OLANA members of "Your Friend, Frederic E. Church at the Albany Institute of History and Art."
Third Thursday: Tunes with a View – Mario Rincon
Enjoy summer scenery at Olana with singer-songwriter Mario Rincon’s bilingual blend of flamenco cante, Latin-American folklore, and classic Americana.
Member Event | Pastries on the Piazza
Begin your morning on Friday, July 17 with coffee and a view on the Piazza of Olana’s Historic House.
Artmaking in the Afternoon
Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Click "Read More" for more information.
FREE Family Tour
Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery program at Olana State Historic Site. Designed for families with children ages 3 and up. FREE. Advanced registration required. Click "Read More" for more information.
August 2026
Member Event | Prosecco on the Piazza
On Friday, August 7 from 5-6:30pm, start off your weekend with a drink and the best evening view in the Hudson Valley.
Member Event | Curator Tour of “Frederic Church: Global Artist”
On Saturday, August 15th, join us for an exclusive OLANA members tour of "Frederic Church: Global Artist," led by curator Maggie Dimock.
Third Thursday: FREE Outdoor Movie Screening: Holes
Join The Olana Partnership, Story Screen, and Hudson Area Library at Olana State Historic Site for a special screening of the 2003 classic, Holes. This fantasy-adventure film is based on the 1998 novel, fun for the whole family, and perfect for a movie night under the stars!
FREE Family Tour
Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery program at Olana State Historic Site. Designed for families with children ages 3 and up. FREE. Advanced registration required. Click "Read More" for more information.
Artmaking in the Afternoon
Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Click "Read More" for more information.
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The Olana Partnership programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
