NOW THROUGH JAN. 3, 2021: Women to the Fore at Hudson River Museum

Through January 3, 2021, Hudson River Museum presents Women to the Fore, an exhibition that gives voice and space to more than forty female-identifying artists, spanning one hundred and fifty years. The installation will gather and compare works from different eras and media and will include interpretation that stems from the artists’ own words. Tickets are timed and advance reservations are encouraged. Museum Hours: Thurs-Sun: 12–5pm.

FRI, NOV. 6 THROUGH SAT, NOV. 14: ArtsWestchester’s Gala Art Preview Exhibit

This weekend and next, ArtsWestchester will open its gallery to preview the unique paintings, sculptures and photographs available for purchase in its online Gala Auction. The Gala Art Preview Exhibit will feature more than 40 original works by renowned artists. Admission is free. As occupancy is limited, visitors may have to wait before entering. Gallery Hours: 12-5pm daily.

SAT, NOV. 7 THROUGH WED, NOV. 11: Virtual Concert: Mozart, Bassi & Ellington

Friends of Music Concerts, Inc. presents a series of recorded performances by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, which will continue through December. Beginning this Saturday, a performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet in A, K. 581, Bassi’s Concert Fantasia on Verdi’s Rigoletto and Ellington’s Clarinet Lament, performed by clarinetist David Shifrin. The concert will be available online for five days.

SUN, NOV. 8: Outdoor Dance Performance by Ballet des Amériques

Ballet des Amériques will host two outdoor performances this Sunday at the historic Wainwright House in Rye, as part of its Dancing Caravan Project tour. The internationally-recognized company will be performing an array of works, choreographed by Carole Alexis. Alexis’ poignant choreography relates to themes of peace, love and diversity. Begins at 4pm.

SUN, NOV. 8: Virtual Collection Tour & Discussion with Charlotte Mouquin

Pelham Art Center’s Executive Director Charlotte Mouquin will host a free discussion on the ways to live with art, how to discover and support living artists, and how to build an art collection. Mouquin will also host a live virtual tour of her art collection, which includes works by William Anastasi, Shepard Fairey, Kara Walker and more. Begins at 2pm.

The Creative Economy

The word “creative” used to belong predominantly to the right-brain arts community. Lately however, the word has wandered into the left-brain analytical zone.  Phrases such as “creative economy,” “creative industries” and “creative class” have crept into the business vernacular. So what’s going on here? Have the economists hijacked creativity? Not at all. The truth is that creativity has become a shared virtue. Take for example the creative industries—those which have their origin in individual creativity, skill and talent, and create wealth by the generation of intellectual property. These can include advertising and architecture as well as museums and theaters. It’s a mix of profit and non-profit. These creative industries seem to proliferate in culturally rich environments…That, is places where culture thrives.