More than 300 donated artworks from over 250 regional artists will go on sale for a flat $150 each this weekend at the Fuller Building in Kingston, when Night of 1,000 Artists returns for a three-day run from November 13 through 15. The event pairs an opening-night celebration with two days of browsing meant to connect Hudson Valley art lovers directly with the region's working artists.
Brian Mahoney, editorial director at Chronogram Media, previewed the event on WAMC's The Roundtable, describing Night of 1,000 Artists as a three-day exhibition and art sale celebrating the arts community, according to WAMC. Every piece on display is donated and exhibited for sale at the same $150 price point, per the Night of 1,000 Artists event page. Opening-night tickets are $15 and include admission plus drinks from local producers, the event page notes.
A Weekend Built Around Access
After the opening celebration, the event shifts into what organizers call the Last Chance Sale, offering remaining original works for the same $150 price with free admission throughout the rest of the weekend, according to the same event listing. The exhibition is scheduled to continue November 14 and 15 from noon to 4 p.m., as reported by Chronogram. Organizers say they expect hundreds of artists, friends, and readers to turn out for the November 13 kickoff, per the same report.
Food will be part of the draw as well, with Oyster Party and the Misto food truck slated to supply food at the event, Chronogram notes. Reported start and end times for the November 13 opening have varied across available listings, so attendees should confirm exact hours directly with organizers before heading over.
Where the Money Goes
Sale proceeds support the Chronogram Foundation's work to champion artists, strengthen the creative community, and celebrate the arts throughout the Hudson Valley, according to WAMC's report on Mahoney's preview. The foundation's own materials describe that mission in similar terms, stating that it supports the Hudson Valley's creative community by expanding access to the arts and creating opportunities for artists to share their work. Chronogram adds that proceeds also fund its coverage across the cultural spectrum, including visual art, music, theater, dance, film, and literature.
The event takes place at the Fuller Building in Kingston, New York, giving Hudson Valley residents a rare chance to pick up original art at a single, accessible price while directly supporting the organization that covers the region's arts scene. Joe Donahue, a WAMC radio host, authored the station's preview segment featuring Mahoney's rundown of the sale's details ahead of the weekend.
