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What began as a dream to bring the visual and performing arts to the North Country has grown into one of the largest and most exciting art centers in upstate New York. We invite you to explore everything the LPCA has to offer. From exciting classes to dynamic performances, the LPCA provides you with an experience you won't forget!

Lake Placid's Olympic Legacy

An Athlete's Perspective

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Live in HD: 42nd Street

Filmed at London’s Theatre Royal

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Wetware

Adirondack Film Society Presents

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Afterschool Workshops

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The Fiber Art Show

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Bringing a world of arts to your doorstep.

Located in beautiful Lake Placid, New York, the LPCA is the North Country's most comprehensive and flexible multi-arts center. Located just minutes from Lake Placid's Main Street at 17 Algonquin Drive, the LPCA is Lake Placid's first stop for world class entertainment and arts education.

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From fanstastic concerts to amazing theatre, the LPCA has something for everyone. You won't want to miss what is coming soon to the LPCA stage!

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New York State Council on the Arts

LPCA programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

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Ticket sales only cover 30% of keeping the arts alive in Lake Placid. Plus members receive special discounts on select shows. Become a member today!

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...dedicated to presenting and fostering quality arts, which inspire, enrich, educate and entertain people of all ages.

Lake Placid Center for the Arts

The Lake Placid Center for the Arts is a year-round performing and visual Arts Facility. Located in the Adirondack Park of Northern New York, the LPCA consistently presents arts of the highest caliber in music, dance and theatre performances, film exhibitions and visual arts presentations.

In addition, the Arts Center provides special arts-in education programs, workshops and residencies for aspiring and renowned artists.

The Arts Center is the home of the Lake Placid School of Ballet, LPCA Children's Theatre, Community Theatre Players, as well as the Summer home of the Lake Placid Sinfonietta.

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Upcoming Events

Lake Placid's Olympic Legacy… An Athlete’s Perspective

02/17/20 - 07:00pm

Part of the 40th Anniversary Celebration of the 1980 Winter Olympics

Beginners/Advanced Beginners Improv Comedy

02/18/20 - 06:30pm

Explore the art of improv!

Go Figure! Drawing

02/19/20 - 03:30pm to 05:30pm

For Ages 8 - 12