SUMMER 2023 NEWS & UPDATES
More to come-stay tuned!

Photos From Subconsciounal Encounters & FoundBeauty Opening Reception
Call to Artists: Art Submissions 2024
Fashion Carnival
Hygienic Filmwerks
Glaucoma Suspect
Johnny Nicholas and Katie Shore
Screening Room
Billy Wylder and Number One Babe
Naked Canvas: Candyland
Open Mic!

Now on Display!!!
Photos From Subconsciounal Encounters & FoundBeauty Reception

Highlights from the Opening Reception of our two art shows, "Subconsciounal Encounters" and "FoundBeauty." Thank you to our supporters and members of our community that attended the show!

Upper Gallery Artists: 

Katia Jirankova Levanti - Painter

Ralph Levesque - Painter

Dana Daumann - Sculptor & Painter

Lower Gallery Artists:

Nicki Arciolinda Bonanno

Rebecca Fowke

Dame FK

Mere Doyen

Aliyah LaCombe

DJ W.O.W.

Exhibition is on display until Saturday, August 26th 2023

2024 ART EXHIBIT PROPOSALS

Submissions are open for 2024 exhibition proposals. Deadline for entries is October 1st, 2023. Applicants will be contacted after the the programming committee reviews all submissions.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT THE LINK: https://www.hygienic.org/2024-art-exhibit-proposals

Submissions go to [email protected] 

Subject line: 2024 Art Exhibit Proposal

Fashion Carnival

Join us for a lively night of fashion, music, and cool vendors! The fun starts at Fashion Carnival when the gates open at 7 PM TONIGHT!

Coordinated by Jen Hall, fashion designer and owner of the brand Vintage N' Vibe, this annual extravaganza is New London's premier fashion event. This year we will be showcasing the best of New London's Streetwear with an eccentric high-fashion flair. The night will be full of live music and co-hosted by Mikey V of Jammin' 1077.

General Admission $25

VIP Tickets SOLD OUT

Purchase General Admission Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/fashion-carnival/449

Date: Saturday, August 12th, 2023

Gates Open: 7 PM

Showtime: 8 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Hygienic Filmwerks

Hygienic Art launches its new filmmaker initiative, FILMWERKS, with the Indie Film Series screening of “Eddie Presley” on the new Art Park digital big screen.

A Zoom Q&A from Hollywood with lead actor and writer, Duane Whitaker will follow the screening. Hygienic Filmwerks is a cooperative of filmmakers, writers, actors, production crew and all manner of filmmaking enthusiasts who desire to network, collaborate on film projects or just screen and discuss indie films. All film enthusiasts are welcome to join in on the eclectic Indie Film Series screenings.

ABOUT THE FILM:

An Elvis impersonator with a wounded psyche, unflinching in his quest to keep the King's spirit alive bets it all on one night of glory, a headlining spot at dingy Tinseltown dive.

Date: Wednesday, August 16th 2023

Showtime: 7 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Glaucoma Suspect

Join us for a night of reggae vibes with this killer crew. Glaucoma Suspect performs all things roots rock reggae and some in between. It's another free night of music at the Art Park in downtown New London. Bring some friends and get your Summertime groove on.

FREE SHOW!

Brought to you by New London Music Festivals and The New London Cultural District.

Date: Thursday, August 17th 2023

Showtime: 6:30 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Johnny Nicholas and Katie Shore

Join us for a rich gumbo of blues, Southwest Lousiana soul, and Texas swing and Honky Tonk with Grammy Nominated Johnny Nicholas and the lead fiddle player and female vocalist for the 10-time Grammy Award-winning band Asleep at the Wheel, Katie Shore. During the pandemic, she and fellow Asleep at the Wheel alum member Johnny Nicholas teamed up as a dynamic duo to present a soulful high-energy performance.

Tickets $20

Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/johnnynicholaskatieshore/462

Date: Friday, August 18th 2023

Showtime: 7 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Screening Room

The Screening Room is New London’s premiere Independent Film Festival featuring works from both emerging and established filmmakers. Due to its high demand and popularity, the Screening Room is returning to the Hygienic - this time inside our Art Park!

SUBMIT VIDEOS HERE: https://www.dropbox.com/request/oF5OVGxW6iwtWk8swo3D

$5 Suggested Donation

Date: Saturday, August 19th 2023

Gates Open: 6 PM

Showtime: 7 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Naked Canvas: Candyland

It's oh so sweet! Hygienic's 7th annual Naked Canvas body painting competition returns. Naked Canvas is a live body painting competition held inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater at the Art Park.

Immerse yourself in a candy-coated dreamscape inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater with life-sized candy decor and models painted to resemble characters from a candy-filled fantasy world.

Artists have 5 hours to paint their models before each model walks the runway to showcase each masterpiece. This runway event has sold out every year so come early to get in! Guests and attendees will have the opportunity to see the artists putting the finishing touches on their models. Join us for a fun night of art, entertainment, and a runway show unlike no other!

Coordinated by Rosie Rosado, Owner of Coco Dream Studio

Presale Tickets $20

Tickets at the Gate $25

Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/naked-canvas-candyland/458

Date: Saturday, August 26th 2023

Gates Open: 7 PM

Showtime: 8 PM

Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Hygienic Art

The largest cultural arts center in New London and a leader in the arts, entertainment, tourism, and economic industries.Hygienic Art has presented more than 500 art exhibits, over 350 music and cultural events, and youth educational programs annually over the past two decades. As a non-profit organization, we work to improve the quality of life of New London and the region.

Our Mission

Hygienic Art’s mission is to inspire, enrich, and instill a sense of community by promoting a free public art forum with events to stimulate economic development, tourism and educational projects for the City of New London and surrounding areas.

Visit our galleries Thursday-Saturday 12-7pm and Sunday 12-4pm

New exhibitions every month showcasing local and nationally recognized artists. Exhibitions, events, festivals, and special programming info on our website.