The LIC Arts Open is a dedicated gallery within The Factory LIC ; a huge converted warehouse that has multiple start-ups, restaurants and media/retail business like Macy's creative dept., Madewell and others. The exhibitions usually change on a 4-6 week frequency and the gallery is uniquely open 24/7. The Gallery Curator is Tessa Kennedy [tessa@licartsopen.org] and the Gallery Director is Richard Mazda, [richard@licartsopen.org]. The LIC Arts Open's primary mission is the promotion of the Arts within Western Queens through the 2 annual festivals and events that are held in the area.