The Dutchess Partners in the Arts program supports capacity-building and programmatic growth for local cultural nonprofits. Made possible through a partnership with the Office of the Dutchess County Executive and Destination Dutchess, and administered by Arts Mid-Hudson, this initiative helps fuel economic development, expand public access to the arts, and foster long-term sustainability for the region’s cultural sector.

“I am thrilled to congratulate the Dutchess Partners in the Arts awardees,” said Melissa Dvozenja-Thomas, Executive Director of Arts Mid-Hudson. “Supporting arts and cultural organizations is crucial, and the overwhelming response to this program underscores that need. This year, we received an unprecedented 54 applications, the highest number ever, and a remarkable 38% increase from 2024. These applications came from every corner of Dutchess County, with organizations eager to grow and reach more residents and visitors. This enthusiasm highlights the vital role the arts play in enriching our community and fueling economic growth, making continued support more important than ever.”

2025 Awardees – Capacity Building Initiatives

• Bardavon 1869 Opera House – AED Replacement
• BeaconArts – Enhancing Marketing Efforts to Reach a New Community
• Beatrix Farrand Garden Association – Strategic Branding & Messaging Development
• County Players, Inc. – HVAC Air Handling System Replacement
• FireWORKS Foundation Inc. – Volunteer Coordinator for Beacon Bonfire 2025
• Historic Red Hook – Tours and Exhibits at the Elmendorph Inn
• Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, Inc. – Website Upgrades for Accessibility and Marketing
• Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum – Studio Redesign: A Choice-Based Maker Space
• Millerton Community Cinema Arts Inc. – Strategic Planning and Capacity Building
• Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra – Customer Relationship Management Expansion
• The Art Effect of the Hudson Valley Inc. – Advancing Digital Equity & Efficiency
• Upstate Films Ltd – ADA Bathroom Renovation at Starr Cinema
• Wassaic Project, Inc. – ADA Accessible Entrance at Maxon Mills

2025 Awardees – Programmatic Support

• Bannerman’s Castle Trust Inc – Bannerman Island presents a new production of
• DRACULA: The Journal of Jonathan Harker
• Bard College – 2025 Exhibitions at the Hessel Museum of Art
• Beacon Arts Community Organization – Beacon Open Studios
• Beatrix Farrand Garden Association – Sounds of Nature: World-Class Jazz & Eco-Rap for Families
• Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center – La Guelaguetza 2025
• FireWORKS Foundation Inc – 2025 Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival: “A Seat at the Table”
• Howland Chamber Music Circle, Inc. – Three Unique Concerts
• Kaatsbaan International Dance Center Inc – Ayodele Casel at the 2025 Annual Festival
• Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum – Summer Passport STEAM Series
• New York Stage and Film Inc. – SAF 2025 Summer Season
• Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra – Celebrating the start of our 20th anniversary in Northern Dutchess County
• Pawling Concert Series, Inc. – Live Concerts in Pawling
• TRANSART & Cultural Services, Inc. – Jazz in the Valley
• Upstate Films, Ltd – Special programs at the Starr Cinema
• Wassaic Project, Inc. – FY26 Summer Programming

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Kaatsbaan Cultural Park

120 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583

Free & Open to the Public

RSVP: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E231621&id=515

Join us in celebrating these inspiring organizations and their continued impact throughout Dutchess County. For more information, visit artsmidhudson.org/dutchess-partners-in-the-arts or contact Arts Mid-Hudson at grants@artsmidhudson.org or (845) 454-3222.