How to Visit Artpark in Lewiston, New York

Artpark is a unique New York State Park facility located on the Niagara River Gorge in Lewiston, New York. During the summer, Artpark comes alive with all types of arts and entertainment, from concerts and festivals to weekend family programs and outdoor activities. Whether you stay overnight or visit only for an evening or day trip, here's what you need to know to visit Artpark in Lewiston, New York.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Decide when you will visit based on Artpark’s schedule of events. The park is open year-round as a public park, but the scheduled arts events take place from May until September each year. See Resources below for Artpark’s most current schedule.

2. If you plan to stay overnight in the area, book accommodations in advance. The Barton Hill Hotel & Spa is located in Lewiston and offers special packages on its website. The Lower Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce and Niagara USA Tourism offer additional accommodations as well (see Resources below).

3. Purchase tickets to your event either ahead of time by phone or online. Tickets can also be purchased the day of a concert or show at the Artpark ticket box office. The Artpark box office can be reached at [phone]. Ticket prices will vary based on location within the Artpark Mainstage Theater.

4. Plan to take a tour of Oak Hill and Richard's Marsh within Artpark. The tour is self-guided and takes visitors through the historical Oak Hill area. Those who walk this tour will view ancient Native American burial grounds, a resting spot along the Niagara Corridor for migrating birds and environmental artwork made by an artist in residence. The beauty of this outdoor exploration should not be missed when you visit Artpark.

5. During the months that Artpark is not open for concerts and festivals, visit the outdoor portion of the park for its beauty. Adventurous visitors will find fishing, picnic areas and hiking trails. Look for scheduled Artpark Evening Strolls (in-season) which are free guided tours of Oak Hill and the Niagara River. All outdoor activities are also available during summer months.

Tips & Warnings

• While visiting Artpark in Lewiston, plan to visit the surrounding areas as well. Niagara USA Tourism offers a Niagara USA Discovery Pass that offers admission to five Niagara Falls attractions and coupons for discounts at restaurants and other local attractions.
• For young children, attend the Artpark Family Weekends during the summer. This event provides an afternoon of creativity for families, including activities for older children and toddlers.
• Leashed pets are allowed in outdoor areas of Artpark.
• Artpark tickets are non-refundable, but tickets for musicals and Summerfest shows may be exchanged for tickets of the same value. One-night performance tickets are not refundable and cannot be exchanged.

Resources

• Artpark
• Barton Hill Hotel & Spa
• Lower Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce
• Niagara USA Tourism & Convention Corporation