THE LAKE PLACID INSTITUTE for the Arts and Humanities' mission is to enhance the cultural life of the Adirondack region. We do so by shaping an environment that fosters creativity; by sharing the talents of world-class artists with the community; by developing and sustaining high-quality, innovative programs; by forming partnerships with other arts organizations; and by celebrating the cultural heritage of the region.



Please join us for our Spring Gala Benefit!

Steve Ross, hailed by the New York Times as the "Crown Prince of NY Cabaret" will entertain. $50 per person.  Call (518) 523-1312 for reservations.

Sunday, May 25, 2008, 5:00 p.m.

Cocktails, Cabaret, Dinner

and Silent Auction

At Cobble Spring Farm

Bloomingdale, NY

2008 AUCTION  - now on-line with final bids at the Spring Gala on May 25th. 

THE 2008 CHAMBER MUSIC SEMINAR FOR ADULTS This seminar will be offered August 11 through 15, 2008 and offers string players and pianists the opportunity to play and study great chamber music in New York's beautiful Adirondack Park. Participants will work with world-class faculty in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere, focusing on ensemble techniques and general musicianship. Participants may come as individuals or as part of pre-formed groups.  Chamber music concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. Faculty concert is $20.00 per person and the student concert is free.   

                  Adult Chamber Music Faculty Concert, Thursday, August 14, 2008

                  Adult Chamber Music Student Concert, Friday, August 15, 2008

THE 2008 GREAT ADIRONDACK YOUNG PEOPLE'S POETRY CONTEST. Our poetry contest entries are from students across the Adirondacks. The awards ceremony will take place at the Lake Placid Center of the Arts on Sunday, May 4th at 3:00 pm. Admission free.        

THE ADIRONDACK ROUNDTABLE attracts scholars, political and cultural leaders, environmentalists and others to the Lake Placid region to participate in public forums, usually held at breakfasts during the summer. The Roundtable is chaired by John C. Bogle and advised by a board of both year-round and seasonal residents. Speakers have included  Andrew Lack, Gretchen Morgenson, Brian Mann, John C. Bogle, David Cuthell, David Sloan Wilson and Paul Dunkel. 

    2008 Schedule to be announced. 

LUNCHEONS WITH ARTISTS. These visits with artists begin at 11:00 a.m. with an informal presentation of works in progress. Artists have included painter Bryan LeBoeuf, fiber artist Annoel Krider, glasss artist Brennan Kasperzak, painter Anthony Brunelli and Sculpture PJ LaBarge.

    2008 Schedule to be announced. 

24 HOURS – A PHOTOGRAPHIC INTERPRETATION OF LIFE IN THE ADIRONDACKS.   Working through the teachers, the Institute invites all high school students in and around the Adirondack region to participate in a visual interpretation of their surroundings.  Photos must be taken within the Adirondack Park, from June 2007 through March 2008, and represent one hour of a day in the Adirondack Park.  Each photo must be accompanied by a brief description of when, where and why the artist chose to photograph the particular scene.