We're excited to share that our Capital Campaign has been incredibly successful, and thanks to the funding we have received, renovation of our beautiful building is now underway.

“Our arts and culture sector is a powerhouse, inspiring the world with innovation and creativity,” Governor Hochul said. “By investing in our museums, our theaters and our arts centers, we enrich our communities, strengthen local economies and improve tourism all over the State.”

Contributions have come in all sizes, from individual donations, grants, and fundraising events, with amounts both large and small. We truly appreciate the support from everyone involved as we move forward with this important project.

We have made tremendous progress in our project. Our top priorities this past year included structural reinforcement, renovation of the lobby, and restoring the exterior to its former glory. As we moved towards the end of the year, we also began the interior renovation of the main hall. Thank you for your continued support as we bring our vision to life!

Scope of Project:

• Code and ADA compliance work, including a new ramp and restoration of the portico and entrance doors

• Replacement of the roof on the 1901 addition

• Structural repairs to the timber frame structure and masonry re-pointing

• Restoration of the building exterior, including repairs to deteriorated wood siding, columns, and ornamental woodwork

• Painting of the entire exterior of the original 1851 structure and the 1901 addition

• Renovation of the interior, including new gypsum wallboard, electrical upgrades, and thermal insulation

• Installation of an acoustical ceiling

• Stage structural repairs

• Window and wainscoting repairs

• Installation of an ADA lift for the stage

• Completion of ADA-compliant restroom

• Installation of sound-absorbing acoustic wall panels

• Installation of lighting fixtures and gallery lighting.

• Refinishing wood floors

• Front walk repaving

• Drive and parking paving

Projected Project Completion, Summer 2027

Build for the future! Invest in the arts!

About the Campaign:

Full Funding Reached: $1.7 Million Raised

Recent grants and donations totaling $800,500 have brought TCFA’s overall fundraising to $1.7 million—enough to complete both exterior and interior renovations.

We are deeply grateful for the generous support that has made this next phase possible. In addition to individual contributions from our generous community, our Capital Campaign has received substantial contributions from Assemblymember Anna Kelles, State Senator Lea Webb, the Peggy and Roger Gerry Charitable Trust, the Delavan Foundation, the Southern Tier Economic Development Council, the Park Foundation, Tompkins County, the Village of Trumansburg, and the New York State Council of the Arts.

“The Conservatory’s work to provide accessible arts education and cultural programming

continues to serve as an invaluable community resource for Trumansburg and the greater

Tompkins County region. The planned facility improvements will enhance energy efficiency,

accessibility, and the long-term sustainability of this important institution.”

                                                                                                                -Assemblymember Dr. Anna Kelles