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Wantagh High School fifth graders dressed up as famous figures from the past and present for their annual living wax museum on March 8.
Wantagh Elementary students present a living tribute to worldwide legends
Where do astronauts, baseball players and former presidents come together? At Wantagh Elementary School’s living wax museum, of course. The annual event took place on March 8 as the culmination … more
Garvies Point Museum’s annual Native American festival is a seasonal tradition.
Thankful for feasting and festivities: 'Tis the moment to be merry
The big feast is soon to arrive — and with it the spectacle and delights of the festive season ahead. Before we settle in for that Thanksgiving gathering with family and friends, step out and explore some of the holiday-themed events nearby. more
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Aimee Terzulli, museum vice president, welcomes guests in her Halloween finery.
Halloween shenanigans: venture forth to a 'Ghostly Gala'
Halloween hijinks are everywhere. Families can partake of plenty to see and do as October winds down. Among the many choices, the annual Ghostly Gala at the Long Island Children’s Museum, on Oct. 21, is a popular spot for some not-so-spooky — but still Halloween-ish — fun. more
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From left, Ben Sohm, Kate Sohm and Phil Nicola standing by the tent where pumpkins and mums are sold and on display.
Harvest Fair brings delightful fall fun
A rainy day did not stop attendees from enjoying the fall festivities at the Seaford Harvest Fair on Sept. 24. The annual fair took place at the Seaford Historical Museum, which was a two-room … more
Benny Andrews’ Chasty, 1961, is a mixed media, oil and collage on canvas, represents a playful portrait. A gift to the museum by Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Tucker.
Through the decades: Hofstra Museum turns 60
Hofstra University Museum of Art’s many treasures are grand in scope and scale. It’s been a proud transformation for the museum, which began with a single gallery space, constructed in 1963. Decades later, it’s among the region’s leading arts institutions. more
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Courtney Leonard’s large scale map of Long Island is made up of thousands of individual porcelain thumbprints resembling shells.
Environment as art
An original and compelling voice in contemporary art, Courtney M. Leonard’s artistic perspective takes root in her heritage as a member of the Shinnecock Nation. more
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The Seaford Historical Museum is now open on the first and third Saturday of every month, with events planned both for this Saturday, May 6, and a members-only event next Thursday, May 11.
New hours, events at the Seaford Historical Museum
Whether you're a local history enthusiast or just looking to do something fun over the weekend, the Seaford Historical Museum has something in store for you. more
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Becky Suss, Living Room from the Collection of Ninah and Michael Lynne.
Expressions of Home: As seen through the artists' eyes
Our spaces have taken on a new importance in recent years. “Home,” in all its variations, has inspired us — and renewed us. Heckscher Museum of Art explores the spaces we inhabit in its latest offering, “Raise the Roof: The Home in Art,” on view through March 2024. more
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We’re going back to the moon, and it’s about time
Last week, NASA announced the names of the crew members who will fly the Artemis II mission in November 2024 . . . more
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Open to learning new stuff? Jump on my list.
Born with the teaching gene and not likely to recover any time soon: That is my self-diagnosis. more
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