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Current Exhibitions & Events

Earth, Sky, and Above

@RIVAA Gallery

August 30th - September 22nd, 2024

​​​Opening reception: August 31, 2024
6:00 - 9:00 PM
@RIVAA Gallery
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Earth, Sky, and Above: Paintings by Saundra Lamb

 

Saundra Lamb looks at our world and beyond in her upcoming exhibition, Earth, Sky and Above at RIVAA Gallery. Join in her travels and share her dreamlike vision of our home, planet Earth, and its place in our universe. Her exhibition runs from August 30 - September 22, 2024.

The opening reception takes place from 6-9 PM on August 31 at RIVAA Gallery, 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, NY. Please join us, and enjoy the exhibition at no charge. 

Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Arline Jacoby

September 18, 2024

 
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM

Location: RIVAA Gallery
 

Many of you knew and cherished Arline Jacoby, who as founding president, led the way in establishing RIVAA in 2001 and opening the gallery in 2002. On Wednesday evening, we invite you to join her family and friends at RIVAA Gallery in honoring her contributions to the arts on Roosevelt Island. During that time, we will unveil a commemorative plaque on the RIVAA bench as a tribute to her pioneering leadership, unstoppable creative spirit, and special legacy for our community.

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Strange Terrain

Ongoing Exhibition @ The Octagon

July 1 - September 27, 2024

 
 
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​​​Opening reception: July 12, 2024
5:00 - 8:00 PM
@The Octagon, 888 Main St. Roosevelt Island, NY, NY.
 
Digital Painting by Tony Vita
 
Encounter the beautifully surreal, unique and slightly unsettling digital paintings that comprise the world of Tony Vita’s latest exhibition, Strange Terrain.
 
Can’t make the opening? We will miss you! The good news is that you can immerse yourself in the absorbing world of Strange Terrain anytime from July 1- September 27, 2024 at the Octagon. You will be glad that you made the trip.​

Upcoming Exhibitions & Events

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Roosevelt Island:
The Vision Revisited

September 26 - October 21, 2024

​​​Opening reception: September 28, 2024
5:00 - 8:00 PM
@RIVAA Gallery
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Photographs by Chris Vail

 

The Vision Revisited is a series of photographs by Chris Vail that focuses on structures and spaces on Roosevelt Island. Chris's unique perspective is enhanced by revealing bits of color in his black and white images. Together with thoughts from architects and planners who left their mark on the Island, the series provides visual evidence of the Island’s complex history.

The opening reception takes place from 5-8 PM on September 28th at RIVAA Gallery, 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, NY. Please join us, and enjoy the exhibition at no charge. 

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