About Us
Our Mission and Vision
Our Mission
Westbury Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that delivers arts and cultural programs that connect, educate, and inspire our community.
Our Vision
We envision a community where art and culture are valued and instill a sense of belonging and pride.
Our Motto
Together we create Westbury.
Our History
Supportive, open, creative, authentic, fun, bold.
Together we create Westbury.
In 2013 Mayor Peter Cavallaro asked residents for their assistance in creating an arts council for the Westbury community. Mayor Cavallaro envisioned Westbury Arts as the cultural centerpiece of the Village and as the premier destination for arts and culture on Long Island. Since our first meeting in 2013, Westbury Arts has grown and transformed in ways we could not have imagined.
Our journey took a dramatic turn with the opening of our building in the heart of the Village, providing a welcoming oasis where artistic expressions serve to bring us together, stir our imaginations and soothe our souls.
Grand opening weekend festivities began with an open house on Saturday, June 12th, 2021, and an opportunity to meet renowned artist, Francisco Ciccio Poblet, the last living apprentice of Salvador Dalí. His works were exhibited in the gallery from June 15th through the 27th amid the “unveiling” of a huge 53-foot-long hand painted outdoor mural, across the street from the Westbury Arts building (covering the entire side wall of Jin’s Apple Farm).
The Westbury Arts mural project was made possible, in part, with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Huntington Arts Council.
Grand opening events also featured the theatrical performance of an original comedy in one-act by Meagan J. Meehan entitled “The Values of Gold, Silver & Bronze,” followed by musical performances by Carle Place High School students Devin Eichel and Antonio Urrutia. The weekend concluded on Sunday with a “Family Fun Day” of multiple activities of kid-focused arts and crafts, bilingual story time, a painting workshop, cupcake decorating, games and a dance party featuring live music with guest Julian Soler from Soleart Corp.
Since our opening day, we continue to celebrate diversity and collaboration through monthly art exhibitions and workshops, discussion groups, artist meet ups , concerts, member showcases, educational/social fundraising galas, poetry, spoken word and theatrical performances. Westbury Arts has become a Long Island arts destination for all seasons.
Brand Identity
Our Logo
The Westbury Arts logo mark takes its inspiration from the “Friendship Star” quilt pattern. Friendship quilts were a common craft made by Westbury’s first Quaker settlers. The four quadrants that make up our logo give a subtle nod to Westbury’s motto “Community For All Seasons.” Resembling a compass, our logo also represents direction—marking Westbury as an arts destination of Long Island.
Our Voice
Our voice reflects who we are as a community. It’s shaped by openness, creativity, and a shared belief that art and culture should be accessible, engaging, and meaningful for everyone.
Open
We treat everyone like friends and use words that feel personal and real while still being clear and reputable. We promote inclusive discussion where everyone feels welcome and all voices are heard.
Creative
We inspire innovative thinking to resolve real issues in smart and fun ways. We capture the vibrancy of our community through shared storytelling.
Authentic
We embrace transparency through language that is simple and easy to understand. We never send people away for information when we can just give it to them. We don’t make information unnecessarily complicated.
Fun
We are outgoing and personable. Our messaging is always colorful, playful, interactive, and energetic.
Bold
Our voice is clear, confident, and passionate. We choose words with intention to inspire fresh ideas and fierce action.
Supportive
We provide the creative tools, resources, and means for individuals to participate in community art and cultural events. We communicate the invaluable impact of arts and culture on the community.