Nassau County Museum of Art

Nassau County Museum of Art Ranked among the nation's largest, most important suburban art museums, Nassau County Museum of Art is 145 acres of art, nature and history
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Nassau County Museum of Art is located about 25 miles east of New York City in Roslyn Harbor, Long Island on the former Frick Estate, a spectacular property in the heart of Long Island's fabled Gold Coast. The main museum building, named in honor of art collectors and philanthropists Arnold and Joan Saltzman, is a three-story Georgian mansion that exemplifies Gold Coast architecture of the late 19

th century. In 2017, the museum inaugurated The Manes Family Art & Education Center. This new facility has allowed the museum to expand its menu of programs and works on view. Nassau County Museum of Art preserves, enhances, and interprets its collections for the people of Long Island, the State of New York and beyond. The museum is dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of the arts, with particular emphasis on the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries; to enhancing and adding to its outdoor sculpture garden, to continuing to improve its historic gardens and to keeping an active schedule of exhibitions and educational programs for people of all ages and backgrounds.

See the world through an artist’s eyes: Join us this Sunday, June 7 at 3 PM, for a special talk with artist Dee Shapiro,...
06/02/2026

See the world through an artist’s eyes: Join us this Sunday, June 7 at 3 PM, for a special talk with artist Dee Shapiro, a New York–based artist, known for her richly detailed abstract paintings that explore geometry, color, and the expressive possibilities of form. In her talk, she will discuss the works featured in NCMA’s current exhibition, “250 Years of Art on Long Island”, examining how her abstract practice connects to the region’s artistic legacy and reflects broader themes of innovation, continuity, and creative identity of artists on Long Island.

Free for Members!
Non-Members $20 Adult, $15 Senior, $10 Student
Limited Seating, Register in advance at NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG
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Dee Shapiro (b. 1936), Significance, 1990, Oil on board, Courtesy of the artist © Dee Shapiro
Dee Shapiro (b. 1936), Frankincense and Myrth, 1990, Oil on board, Courtesy of the artist © Dee Shapiro

June at NCMA: Art, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences await all month long at the Nassau County Museum of Art.Ex...
06/01/2026

June at NCMA: Art, inspiration, and unforgettable experiences await all month long at the Nassau County Museum of Art.

Explore four extraordinary exhibitions on view through July 12! Our 2 PM docent-led tours are included with admission.
✨250 Years of Art on Long Island
✨National Pastime: The Baseball Show
✨Influence and Identity I Twentieth Century Portrait Photography from the Bank of America Collection
✨Profiles in Color: Andres Valencia

🎙️Special Programs & Talks
• A Talk with Artist Dee Shapiro — June 7 at 3 PM
• A Talk with Lauren Brincat, Curator & Director of Collections at Preservation Long Island — June 14 at 3 PM
• Brown Bag Lectures with Docent Riva Ettus — June 18 at 1 PM

🎨 Art Classes & Workshops at The Manes Center
Discover ceramics, mixed media, painting, printmaking, figure drawing, and more for artists of all skill levels.
• Silk Scarf eco-printing workshop — June 5 at 10 AM
• Art Journaling workshop — June 12 at 10 AM

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children’s Programs
Register now for Summer Art Lab 2026, featuring immersive art-making experiences inspired by the museum, sculpture garden, and nature preserve. Call 516-626-5280 with any questions!

📍Explore more and register at NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG

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Edward Lange (1846-1912), Brown Brothers Huntington Pottery, 1880
Watercolor, India ink, and gouache on beige paper
Collection of Preservation Long Island; Preservation Long Island Purchase, Conserved with support from the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant Program, 1984.18

05/28/2026

Nature lovers and birdwatchers—Join us this Sunday, May 31st for our Threads of Nature Workshop with
We’ll start the morning with a relaxing, guided bird walk across our grounds to gather inspiration. Then, we’ll create our very own textile birds with different sewing, drawing, and collaring techniques. This workshop is open to all skill levels, and we provide all materials-including binoculars!

Space is limited! Go to NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG/
WORKSHOPS to register.

🗓️Sunday, May 31st 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍Manes Art Education Center

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What Visitors Say About NCMA? Read below and explore membership—you’ll receive two additional months free if you join th...
05/26/2026

What Visitors Say About NCMA? Read below and explore membership—you’ll receive two additional months free if you join this May!

“This museum never disappoints! The grounds are so peaceful and beautiful. I could easily spend a few hours just wandering through the gardens and many sculptures. The exhibits are always very well-curated and the docents are so helpful, engaging and knowledgeable.” - S.M.

“I will start this review by sharing I started out buying tickets for today and left there a fully paid Dual Member, and I believe it was tremendous value. The way the art and exhibits I visited today were curated is brilliant! Kudos to the staff and Director there. The exhibits had flow and representation from numerous formats, media, artists and eras all tied into a common theme. Amazing museum a true hidden gem.” - D.C.

Go to NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG/BECOME-A-MEMBER and learn more about everything NCMA has to offer! Call 516.484.9338 x116 or email [email protected] with any questions.

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Adam Straus (b. 1956), Montauk Point: Sunset, 2012, Oil on canvas in white frame, Courtesy of the artist and Nohra Haime Gallery

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who have served our country 🇺🇸The Nassau County Museum of Art is proud to...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who have served our country 🇺🇸

The Nassau County Museum of Art is proud to participate in the Blue Star Museums Program, offering free admission to active-duty military personnel, including National Guard and Reserve, Veterans, and their families, from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day.

We invite military families to spend the day exploring art, nature, and history across our exhibitions, sculpture garden, and beautiful Gold Coast estate.

✨Learn more and plan your visit at NassauMuseum.org
✨The Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 am - 4:45 pm

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Marc Sijan (b. 1946), Security Guard, 2024, Polyresin with oil paint and mixed media, DTR Modern Galleries

05/22/2026

Rain or shine, there’s no better way to spend your weekend than at a historic Gold Coast mansion filled with art ✨ Four Exhibitions are currently on view at the Nassau County Museum of Art!

250 Years of Art on Long Island

Influence and Identity | Twentieth Century Portrait Photography from the Bank of America Collection

Profiles in Color: Andres Valencia

National Pastime: The Baseball Show

NCMA Members experience every exhibition first. Join today and receive two additional months of membership free! Enjoy exclusive previews, special events, and year-round benefits that bring you closer to art & nature. Learn more at NassauMuseum.org

Join us on Sunday, May 31st, for a unique day of nature and artmaking in our Threads of Nature Workshop with We’ll star...
05/20/2026

Join us on Sunday, May 31st, for a unique day of nature and artmaking in our Threads of Nature Workshop with

We’ll start the morning with a relaxing, guided bird walk across our grounds to gather inspiration. Afterward, we’ll draw, collage, and sew our very own textile birds inspired by the walk. This workshop is open to all skill levels, and we provide all materials—including binoculars! 🦅✨

🗓️ Sunday, May 31st
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Manes Art Education Center

🎟️ Space is limited! Go to NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG/WORKSHOPS to register.

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Nature preserve ~ Birdwatching ~ Art classes ~ art workshops ~ Art museum ~ sewing workshop ~ Long Island art ~ Long Island workshops ~ Nassau County art ~

Celebrate Nassau County’s Annual at the Nassau County Museum of Art and enjoy special offers today, 5/16:✨5.16% off al...
05/16/2026

Celebrate Nassau County’s Annual at the Nassau County Museum of Art and enjoy special offers today, 5/16:
✨5.16% off all items in the Museum Store!
✨Art Postcard bundles for just $5.16

Make a day of it with four exhibitions on view, beautiful nature preserve in bloom, and art-filled experiences across our historic Gold Coast estate.

Plan your visit at NASSAUMUSEUM.ORG
📍One Museum Dr, Roslyn Harbor, NY

Become a member this May and receive two additional months of membership free! Enjoy 14 months of unlimited museum visit...
05/15/2026

Become a member this May and receive two additional months of membership free! Enjoy 14 months of unlimited museum visits, unique programs, exclusive events, and seasonal beauty of the 145-acre preserve!

• Complimentary year-round museum admission
• Exclusive access on opening weekends
• Complimentary artist talks and curator lectures
• Discounts on programs, art classes, workshops, and select events
• Greater access and more benefits available at higher membership levels!

Join today! Learn more at nassaumuseum.org/membership

Your membership contribution supports everything the museum does: exhibitions, educational and public programs, environmental conservation and much more to ensure the museum’s future for generations to come.

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Join us this Sunday, May 17, for the ASD Summer Celebration with Gallery 22! A welcoming, sensory-friendly experience, d...
05/14/2026

Join us this Sunday, May 17, for the ASD Summer Celebration with Gallery 22! A welcoming, sensory-friendly experience, designed for visitors on the autism spectrum and their families. We’ll explore all four of the Nassau County Museum of Art’s current exhibitions through an engaging guided tour, then create art together, drawing inspiration from the works on view. We’ll also celebrate with a lively dance party and refreshments.

You can register for free at nassaumuseum.org

Sunday, May 17
Session 1: 10 AM - 12 PM
Session 2: 1 PM - 3 PM

Address

1 Museum Drive
Roslyn Harbor, NY
11576

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 11am - 4:45pm
Thursday 11am - 4:45pm
Friday 11am - 4:45pm
Saturday 11am - 4:45pm
Sunday 11am - 4:45pm

Telephone

+5164849338

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