East End Arts Council (EEAC) opens its annual summer exhibition “Detour VII” on June 13, 2026, running through August 22 at two galleries in Riverhead, New York. The show is curated by Kevin Teare and Mary Boochever, and features two distinct components: the main “Detour VII” exhibition showcasing a variety of nationally and internationally recognized artists working in diverse mediums, and a special curated section titled “Open For The Stones” at the Andy Tarshis Fine Art Gallery, which explores the historical and symbiotic relationship between visual art and music. The latter includes works by over 40 artists, many with musical backgrounds, and is dedicated to the late musician and artist Bobby Whitlock.
The exhibition matters because it highlights the enduring cross-pollination between visual art and music, a theme that resonates deeply in art history from Kandinsky to contemporary practice. By bringing together artists who are also musicians, or whose work directly engages with music, the show offers a unique curatorial perspective that enriches the local East End arts scene. Additionally, a portion of art sales benefits the East End Arts Council, supporting community arts programming, and the free public access underscores EEAC’s commitment to making high-quality art accessible to all.