Arts & Culture

Inspiration in the mountains

The Adirondack Mountains have long been a backdrop of inspiration and creativity -- so it’s no surprise that the arts and music scene in the Tupper Lake area is alive and growing. From live music and performances to artist galleries and traditional arts workshops, there is a unique mix of artistic and creative experiences to explore throughout our region.

A woman works at a jewelers table.
Taste of T-Hip plays at P-2's Irish Pub in Tupper Lake
A group of four adults in a musical group perform at an outdoor stage at sunset.

Arts, culture, and entertainment 

Steeped in culture and heritage, Tupper Lake is filled with creative and adventurous people looking to express themselves through art. Connect and discover your artistic side as you meet many of the local artists and artisans throughout the Tupper Lake and Piercefield region. From fine arts to metalworking and from beer brewers to boat builders, artistic adventure awaits! Take a trip into the past with unique history, from the Tupper Lake Heritage Museum to the self-guided exploration of the Crossroads Heritage Trail.

Live music venues

Looking to tap into some live music in the area? Browse through our events calendar for a scheduled performance or stop into one of the popular music venues to tune into the band du jour.