2026 Arts Awards Luncheon

For decades, the Westchester community has gathered for ArtsWestchester’s annual Arts Award luncheon celebration each spring recognizing the power of the arts, the amazing artistic talent of our region and the tireless arts administrators and donors who make their work possible. The event attracts over 300 artists, arts leaders and patrons, local businesses, and elected officials.

The Arts Award has been presented since 1976 to recognize individuals and organizations whose vision, commitment and leadership have enriched the cultural life of Westchester and its citizens. Nominations come from all sectors of the community.

This year’s Arts Award Winners include: Mary Calvi, President’s Award; Joseph Squillante, Artist Award; KinoSaito, Arts Organization Award; We Art One Artist Collective, Sophia Abeles Arts Education Award; Joyce Sharrock Cole, Advancing Equity Award; Christina Picciano, Advancing Equity Award; the White Plains Puerto Rican Cultural Committee, Advancing Equity Award and Chioma Nwana of White Plains as The Larry Salley Photography Award winner.

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