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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!

Mommy & Me: Move and Groove

with Emily Brown

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Watercolor: Painting Glass

with Sarah Yeoman

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Oil Painting: Reflections & Shadows

with Kari Ruiz

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Picnic Blanket Bingo

A socially-distanced, one-of-a-kind picnic party!

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Staying Safe Together

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See the Art!

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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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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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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Upcoming Events

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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...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

Oil Painting: Reflections & Shadows

07/16/20 - 05:00pm to 07:00pm

with Kari Ruiz

Socially-Distanced Theatre Camp

07/13/20 - 09:30am to 07/17/20 - 12:00pm

An intro to theatre!

Watercolor Still Life with Sweet Peas & Freesia

07/21/20 - 05:00pm to 07:00pm

with Sarah Yeoman