Rockland Center for the Arts

Rockland Center for the Arts A Multi Arts Center: School, Gallery, Concerts, Workshops, A Summer Day Camp, & more! Follow us on Instagram !
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Our History
RoCA is a multi-arts center dedicated to creating and promoting art through its School for The Arts, exhibitions, workshops, literary and performing arts events, Summer Arts Day Camp, and outreach programs. Originally known as the Rockland Foundation, RoCA was founded in 1947 by a group of renowned artists, including Aaron Copland, Paulette Goddard, Kurt Weill and Lotte Lenya, Maxwell

Anderson, and Helen Hayes. Their intention was to create a new cultural center, separate from New York City, taking advantage of the immense creative talent that had recently migrated to the region. RoCA outgrew its Nyack storefront and moved in the 1950's to a ten-acre property in West Nyack. What began as a grassroots, volunteer organization has developed into the largest professionally staffed multi-arts center in the lower Hudson Valley. RoCA attracts over 25,000 visitors and students annually from throughout the region. RoCA's School for the Arts and intensive Summer Arts Day Camp has an annual enrollment of over 2000. RoCA's Community Outreach Programs provide studio art programs to the underserved populations in the area. RoCA also administers the County 1% for Art, program that commissions public works of art. "New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature."

Winter classes start today!Whether you’re signed up or still thinking about it, mark your calendars and get ready to kic...
01/13/2025

Winter classes start today!

Whether you’re signed up or still thinking about it, mark your calendars and get ready to kick off a season of creativity and inspiration!

For more information on classes you’re signed up for, general registration, or other classes that are still open, head to our website or call us at 845.358.0877!

Mark your calendars for a night of incredible musicians at Rockland Center for the Arts on February 1st at 7:00 PM!Exper...
01/06/2025

Mark your calendars for a night of incredible musicians at Rockland Center for the Arts on February 1st at 7:00 PM!

Experience the heartfelt sound of Matt Pond PA, performing songs from their latest album “The Ballad of the Natural Lines.” Their music balances the desire to drive fast and far, with the quiet moments of reflection.

Opening for them is singer-songwriter Anya Marina, who will share songs from her new album “Asteroid.” The album holds a beautiful mix of humor, and introspection inspired by her journey of self-discovery.

Kicking off the night is Bathtub Cig, the intimate depression pop project Hilary James, whose music explores love, loss, and joy through honest, heartfelt songs like Red Pine.

Tickets available now using the link in our bio or call us at 845.358.0877!
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🎄✨ Happy New Year from all of us at Rockland Center for the Arts! 🎨❤️We’re so grateful for our amazing artists, teachers...
01/02/2025

🎄✨ Happy New Year from all of us at Rockland Center for the Arts! 🎨❤️

We’re so grateful for our amazing artists, teachers, staff, patrons, and community. Your support keeps RoCA going and helps us share the joy and power of art with our communities.

Thank you for being part of our family and making our work possible!

Join us at the Rockland Center for the Arts for an evening with the incredible Adam Falcon and his all-star band: 🎤🎸 Ada...
12/09/2024

Join us at the Rockland Center for the Arts for an evening with the incredible Adam Falcon and his all-star band:

🎤🎸 Adam Falcon – a genre-defying guitarist and singer-songwriter who’s shared the stage with legends like Eric Clapton, B.B. King, and Peter Gabriel.

🎹 Etienne Stadwijk – the masterful keyboardist with credits from Paul Simon to Marcus Miller.

🎸 Carl Carter – a bass virtuoso with a résumé spanning Broadway to CHIC.

🥁 Gene Lake – a powerhouse drummer whose beats have backed Maxwell, David Sanborn, and more.

Don’t miss this chance to experience world-class musicianship and soulful storytelling in an intimate setting. Tickets can be found using the link in our bio or by calling at 845.358.0877!

Join us at Rockland Center for the Arts for the “Affordable Art & Pottery Bazaar,” December 7–21! Discover locally handc...
12/02/2024

Join us at Rockland Center for the Arts for the “Affordable Art & Pottery Bazaar,” December 7–21!

Discover locally handcrafted treasures like ceramics, jewelry, ornaments, and more—perfect for holiday gifting. Don’t miss the opening reception on Saturday, December 7, from 1–4 PM.

Shop unique art while supporting local artists and RoCA’s mission!

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Rockland Center for the Arts! We are so grateful for our incredible community of su...
11/27/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Rockland Center for the Arts! We are so grateful for our incredible community of supporters, patrons, and local artists who help us thrive and continue our mission of bringing art to life.

Your passion and dedication inspire us every day, and we couldn’t do this without you.

Thank you for being a part of the RoCA family—wishing you a joyous and creative holiday season!

Don’t miss the final week of the Gate Hill Co-op exhibition at Rockland Center for the Arts! Celebrate the legacy and cr...
11/19/2024

Don’t miss the final week of the Gate Hill Co-op exhibition at Rockland Center for the Arts! Celebrate the legacy and creativity of past and present Gate Hill community members at our closing reception on Saturday, Nov. 23 1-4pm.

Join us for an inspiring lineup of events:

• Friday, November 22: ‘Life as Art: The First Year of the Gate Hill Cooperative’ by Mark Davenport (reservations required)

• Friday, November 22: Performance of Poetry with Sign Language & Music Improvisation by August & Max Vanderbeek

• Saturday, November 23 at  & 7:30pm: Early/Modern - The Current Sounds of Gate Hill Cooperative: Concert tickets: $25 seniors & students: $20. See you there!

11/14/2024

Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for the holidays at RoCA!

A Multi Arts Center: School, Gallery, Concerts, Workshops, A Summer Day Camp, & more! Follow us on Instagram !

Winter is just around the corner and so is registration for our winter art classes! Pick from a vast array of classes fr...
11/11/2024

Winter is just around the corner and so is registration for our winter art classes! Pick from a vast array of classes from fine art, to ceramics, for all ages and skill levels.

To find out more information about the classes, head to our website, RocklandArtCenter.Org or call us at 845.358.0877! We can’t wait for this upcoming season!

Woah, Our month is packed! Mark your calendar, RoCA is gearing up for a wild month of events that we can’t wait for. In ...
11/07/2024

Woah, Our month is packed! Mark your calendar, RoCA is gearing up for a wild month of events that we can’t wait for.

In conjunction with our current exhibit, The Land: Early Artists @ Gate Hill Co-op, we are honored and excited to bring you amazing artist talks, concerts, and performances!

For more information on each of these specific events, head to our website RocklandArtCenter.Org or follow us here for exclusive information!

Our first fall art festival was a blast! Featuring teachers from our incredible summer camp program, guests were able to...
11/04/2024

Our first fall art festival was a blast! Featuring teachers from our incredible summer camp program, guests were able to participate in a number of free workshops and take home some beautiful art with them.

Local band, Shoe Strang, .strang, played music the entire festival adding an ambience to our grounds that was unmatched!

We can’t wait for our next seasonal festival, stay tuned for more information!

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27 S Greenbush Road
West Nyack, NY
10994

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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+18453580877

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