Hubbard Hall COVID-19 Safety Protocols as of  September 2024

We will be adhering to recommendations from NY State and the CDC, as well as guidelines released by NY State on the management of indoor and outdoor arts and higher education activities. Any actions we take will be aligned with those recommendations and guidelines.  We will adhere to Best Practices whenever possible.

Proof of Vaccination and Masks No Longer Required
The CDC has listed Washington County as “Low” in cases and risk for COVID. Our local school districts have eliminated mask requirements and do not require proof of vaccination. Businesses in NY State are no longer mandated to require masks. Therefore, the Hubbard Hall Board of Directors has voted to no longer require proof of vaccinations or masks for performances or classes.

Masks will be optional for any and all attendees, in classes and audiences. If an artist or instructor wants attendees to wear masks, because of that artist or instructor’s health risks, they may request that attendees wear masks and Hubbard Hall will communicate that request to attendees. Students and professional artists are able to rehearse and perform without masks or health screenings.

Hubbard Hall will continue to provide masks and hand sanitizer at entrances. Virus-catching air filters will continue to be used in public spaces.

The current CDC guidelines as of March 2024 are: “People who test positive for COVID-19 should follow CDC guidance for preventing spread of respiratory viruses when sick. People with a respiratory virus should stay away from others until at least 24 hours after both symptoms are improving overall and they have not had a fever without the use of fever-reducing medication.  For 5 additional days, people should consider added precautions such as hygiene, use of masks, physical distancing, and steps for cleaner air.”