Homecoming: Celebrating 150 Years of Art and Community at the Art Students League

Join us as we honor 150 years of artistic excellence, innovation, and community at the Art Students League of New York! Homecoming is a once-in-a-lifetime gathering where alumni, students, and instructors—past and present—come together to celebrate their time at the League and reflect on a century and a half of creativity.

Throughout the day, immerse yourself in the League’s incredible history with interactive art activations inspired by legendary alumni, plein air painting, and an open mic session, “What I Love About the League,” where student voices from all decades will share their favorite League memories. Reconnect with fellow artists at alumni cocktail parties, and cap off the evening with a special champagne toast.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a recent student, Homecoming is your chance to rediscover the vibrant, ever-evolving artistic spirit of the League. Don’t miss this unforgettable milestone—a celebration of art, legacy, and the enduring power of our creative community.

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Please join us in celebrating the League all day with:

• Reunions and Meetups with your favorite instructors
• Reunite with alumni and current classmates
• View the Shaping American Art: A Celebration of the League at 150 exhibition in the Gallery and throughout the building
• Sit in or speak at our open mic show, "Why I Love The League," featuring student and alumni stories
• Purchase Special Art Students League 150th Merch
• Celebrate your artmaking practice with:
  • Pizza and Plein Air Painting of the League Building with Brooklyn Diner
  • Life Drawing Open Sketch in studios 1 & 2
  • Create mail art inspired by League alumni Ray Johnson
• Buy prints by distinguished alumni at our Print Sale
• Explore the building while completing a Scavenger Hunt (winners get special prizes!)
• Join us in the evening for a Champagne and Cake Toast

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Attending instructors:

Richard Barnet • Bill Behnken • Family of George Bridgman • Jeff Buckland • Michael Burban • Sherry Camhy • Naomi Campbell • Susan Cirigliano • Sylvie Covey • Jon DeMartin • Bruce Dorfman • Jack Faragasso • Marilyn Friedman • Yuka Imata • Ronnie Landfield • Haksul Lee • Margaret McCann • Jill Nathanson • Frank O'Cain • Karen O'Neil • Phil Padwe • Rick Pantell • Anne Stanner • Natsuki Takauji • Amy Weiskopf • Deborah Winiarski • And More!

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Schedule of Activities