FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK

“THERE’S NOTHING TO DO IN BINGHAMTON, NY” is an all-too-familiar complaint of the Southern Tier town. Broome County Arts Council’s First Friday rebrand, including new logos, a bright new color palette, kitchsy slogans, tote bags, art cards, and stickers, revitalizes the historic First Friday Art Walk and shows all the nay-sayers what they’re missing. 2023 First Friday rebrand encompasses colors and imagery from the Downtown Arts District. First Friday logos were generously created by designer Kari Bayait.

Browse our First Friday merchandise available on our ShopArt page!

STATE STREET

Atomic Toms | 196 State Street
DREAMLANDVS.WINTER: A DREAMER’S JOURNEY
Noa Eshkar

Unraveling Personal Mythology, the Subconscious Mind, and the Symbolic Language of Love

Anthony Brunelli Fine Arts | 186 State Street
Please check the venue’s website for the most up-to-date information.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM | anthonybrunelli.com

Orazio Salati Studio & Gallery | 204 State Street
Holiday Exhibition – CLOSED FOR FIRST FRIDAY
Greg A. Chianis, Cindy Henry, Fern P. Lynn, Yates Studios, Sophia Sophia, Orazio Salati
On view: 1/03/25 – 1/26/25

Photography, Raku & functional pottery, fiber & mixed media art, copper paintings, felting, and painting.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM | oraziosalati.com

Southern Tier AIDS Program (STAP) | 208 State Street
First Friday Extravaganza
STAP Prevention Services
On view: 1/03/25

The Identity youth center is hosting a health fair in recognition of World AIDS Day. Stop by for free HIV/STI testing, free food and drink, and a warm space to bundle up! We will also be hosting local vendors selling wonderful art pieces and crafts!

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM | stapinc.org

Cooperative Gallery 213 | 213 State Street
The 13th Robert Johnston Photography Show & Competition
by a collaborative group of artists

This open-themed show is presented by Cooperative Gallery 213 and Two Rivers Photography Club.

Open First Friday 5PM – 9PM | cooperativegallery.com

BCAC Artisan Gallery | 223 State Street
Magisteria
Anthony Hanakovic
On view: 01/03/25 – 01/31/25 

Anthony started out using still-life as a means to develop technical skill and study the way light falls on the objects. This led him to take special note of the Baroque old masters and the chiaroscuro technique, used often in his work. Anthony uses art to express his spiritual beliefs and draws inspiration from spiritual texts and stories, inspired by studies of history and a love of beauty.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM| broomearts.org/artisan-gallery

BCAC Art Path Gallery | 223 State Street
Magisteria
Anthony Hanakovic
On view: 01/03/25 – 01/31/25 

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM| broomearts.org/art-path-gallery/

BCAC Artful Child Gallery | 223 State Street
Untitled
Gatlin Bartholomay
On view: 01/03/25 – 02/28/25 

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM| https://broomearts.org/artful-child-gallery/

BCAC Artist in Residence Studio | 223 State Street

Please check the venue’s website for the most up-to-date information.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM| broomearts.org/2023-2024-resident-artists/

WATER STREET

Lost Dog Cafe & Lounge | 222 Water Street
Artwork by Matthew Feldman

Open First Friday 12PM – 10PM | lostdogcafe.net

MAIN STREET

Binghamton Photo (1st floor gallery – adjacent to the Bundy Museum) | 32 Cedar Street
Expired II
Eric Yetter
On view: 1/03/25 – 3/04/25

This show largely uses images shot on expired film. I may purchase a box lot at an auction that includes a camera and film or expired film in a junk shop or thrift store. To work with expired film, I need to let go of my expectations of what I will see once my film is developed. I may get color changes or graininess or, all too often, nothing at all. I have come to embrace this loss of control and expectation. I am reminded that I am not in charge of how things will turn out. I take shots of things that strike me; I get to enjoy that instant and then see later if it has been captured for you to enjoy or if I just get to keep it for myself. There can be joy in an empty roll, too. Please enjoy these moments that made it.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM | bundymuseum.org

The Bundy Museum | 129 Main St
Bundy Museum 2nd Floor Gallery:
Please check the venue’s website for the most up-to-date information.

The Bundy Museum | 129 Main St
Bundy Museum 3rd Floor Gallery:
Pointillism Lives!
Marek
On view: 1/03/25 – 2/04/25

Welcome to Marek’s World of Neo-Stip/Pointillism!

The Impressionist movement emerged late in the 19th century. Among these artists was Georges Seurat. Dots of color were mixed by the viewer’s eye. This technique became known as pointillism, or dotted art.
Here today you are seeing the rebirth of pointillism. Marek’s passion for the technical effort and skills of printmaking have morphed into this pointillist style painting he has named Neo-Stip. Using mixed colors, the energy of Marek’s acrylic painting style lures the viewers closer to discover the coloristic surprise not visible from afar.
Marek hopes you find these original acrylic paintings entertaining!

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM | bundymuseum.org

COURT STREET

The Exhale Gallery @ Just Breathe Cannabis Dispensary | 75 Court Street
Those That Can’t
Shauna Stiles
On view: 1/03/25 – 2/07/25

Those That Can’t is a collection inspired by Shauna Stiles’ work in public education. Some pieces were springboards for projects while others were the end result of projects.

Open First Friday 10AM-10PM | justbreathelife.org/

Phelps Mansion Museum | 191 Court Street
Flashlight Tours
On view: 1/03/25

Explore the Phelps Mansion Museum by flashlight. Tours will be offered at 6:15pm or 7:30pm. Admission is FREE.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM |phelpsmansion.org

Praxis | 85 Court Street
Time Enough at Last
Alyssa Micha, Petra, Dhyani James & Jazmine Monae
On view: 1/03/25 – 2/01/25

Praxis, a gallery focused on emerging and experimental artists, this month hosts photography by Alyssa Micha, collage work by Petra, with a live performance by Dhyani James and Jazy Monae at 8PM.

Open First Friday 6PM – 9PM |instagram.com/praxis_projectspace/

FRONT STREET

Roberson Museum and Science Center | 30 Front Street
Women: A Gallery Anthology
Various Artists
On view: 1/03/25 – 4/30/25

Women: A Gallery Anthology is a lyrical compilation of words, art, and artifacts that draw from the wellspring of women’s literature, past and present, as well as Roberson’s collection of art.

Open First Friday 12PM – 9PM | roberson.org

MORGAN ROAD

The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier | 60 Morgan Road
Whimsical Worlds: Tales in Every Brushstroke
Michael Price
On view: 1/03/25 – 1/03/25

Step into the enchanting world of “Whimsical Worlds: Tales in Every Brushstroke”, featuring the captivating illustrations of D. Michael Price. Known for his vivid storytelling and charming characters, Price’s work invites viewers into a realm where imagination and color come alive. Each piece is a visual adventure, blending playful detail with heartfelt narratives that resonate with audiences of all ages. From magical creatures to fantastical landscapes, D. Michael Price’s art transforms every brushstroke into a tale waiting to be discovered. Join us in celebrating the artistry and magic of storytelling through the eyes of this gifted illustrator.

Open First Friday 4PM – 7PM | thediscoverycenter.org