Going Local Tours and Experiences

Our Mission is to Support Local Business by Connecting people through Tastes & Tales. We create Tours and Experiences that focus on Local Businesses and include samples and stories to give you a deeper appreciation and connection to local places. Not to mention, we have a ton of fun too!

Join us on Saturday June 8th for two tours throughout the town. Do you love street murals and local art? Check out our "Going Local with the Art of Huntington Tour" and learn all about the artists behind the murals! We'll also show you local artwork all over town and share how the local businesses support their local artists!

The PUBlic Art Crawl Mural Tour

12:30-1:30PM

Welcome to The PUBlic Art Crawl Mural Tour! Join the Huntington Chamber of Commerce for a fun-filled time exploring the vibrant murals around Huntington Village. Immerse yourself in the local art scene and discover hidden gems around every corner. Grab your friends and family for a unique experience celebrating creativity and community.

The Public Art Crawl Mural Tour will be led by Melissa Farrell from Going Local Long Island. On the tour, you will take a walk through Huntington Village stopping at various murals along the way to learn the story behind the art! In addition, participants will have the opportunity to take part in painting a live mural that day! Come celebrate the Public Art we have in Huntington and don’t miss the chance to pick up a brush and be part of a community mural!

What’s Included: Local Guided Tour, Ice Cream

Rain Date: June 15, 2024

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Walking shoes are recommended

Bring appropriate weather attire (light jacket/umbrella/hat)

Apply sunscreen if it’s a sunny day or bring a hat

Bring water to stay hydrated

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The PUBlic Art Crawl Pub Tour

Join us for a good time of exploring local art while enjoying some stories and drinks at some of the best pubs in the Village!

3:30 - 5:30pm

The PUBlic Art Crawl PUB Tour will be led by Melissa Farrell from Going Local Long Island. On the tour, you will stop at 3 “pubs” and learn about some of the PUBlic Art on the way! At the first stop, Spotlight @ The Paramount, you’ll enjoy an included a beer, wine or well drink while learning about how this business helps support local artists and musicians. On the way to the second stop, you’ll learn the stories behind some of the murals you pass that you’ve probably seen hundreds of times, but may know nothing about. At our second stop, The Last Word, you will have the chance to meet with the owner to learn more about the business and how they support local artists and musicians as well. The third stop, Rust & Gold, will include an *alcoholic beverage (*insert what we are including here) and is your chance to enjoy the pub experience!

What’s Included: Guided Pub and Mural walking tour through Huntington Village, 2 alcoholic beverages (1st and 3rd stop)

*Drink special available at 2nd stop: $10 specialty cocktails

Where to Park: We HIGHLY recommend taking an uber/lyft to and from this tour. The tour will start at Spotlight on New York Avenue and end at Rust & Gold on Gerard Street. There is a municipal lot behind Spotlight and also one on Gerard by Rust & Gold.