WHO WE ARE

Friends of the Arts (FOTA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting artistic programs of the highest quality for the education, enrichment, and enjoyment of the diverse Long Island community. FOTA provides inspiring and empowering arts experiences to thousands of children of all abilities and backgrounds through ArtReach, a nationally recognized arts-in-education program. FOTA improves the quality of life on Long Island through the presentation of outstanding performances at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park in Oyster Bay, a setting of incomparable natural beauty, and at other venues.

Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park is a former Gold Coast estate administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in partnership with Planting Fields Foundation.

Where we are... see directions to FOTA here.