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Industry Lounge & Gallery, the moody, art-filled hangout that’s become a haven for creatives in downtown Huntington, is preparing to leave its longtime home on New York Avenue.
The announcement has come from the venue’s co-founder Zach via the Industry’s Instagram page. He shared that the weekend will be Industry’s final days at 344 New York Ave., where it has operated since converting from an existing flea market in 2018.
“Industry will no longer be at 344 New York Avenue,” he wrote yesterday. “Forces beyond our control are pushing us to relocate — and soon… This is not goodbye, but see you soon.”
Founded by a group of artists and musicians, Industry began as a curated vintage shop and art gallery, blending antique furnishings with local artwork and cultural programming. It evolved into a lively nighttime destination, offering intimate concerts, gallery shows, open mics, and cocktails — all under a soft glow of dim bulbs and surrounded by salvaged décor from an earlier era.
Over the years, the venue became more than just a bar or gallery — emerging as a stage for burgeoning musicians and a gathering spot for artists. The unique blend of vintage appeal and underground energy at Industry made it a rare breed on Long Island.
With the departure of the music and bar, the space will revert to its roots — an art and antiques showroom. The art on the walls will remain, but the bar and performance space will hit the road.
The team behind Industry said a new chapter is already in the works.
“What we’ve built together — the music, the memories, the art — is bigger than any one space,” Zach wrote. “Our spirit is infinite… Rest assured, there are big plans ahead.
“Stay tuned, we’re just getting started!” he continued, before quipping: “Recharge your batteries while I go search for more bathrooms ;).”
News of the closure stirred an outpouring of emotion online.
“Why does this happen to the coolest venues left on Long Island?” one supporter wrote. “They love to banish creativity.”
Another called Industry “a hub for artists, musicians and creative folks from all walks of life,” adding, “That spirit is needed now more than ever.”
Industry will host its final events at the current location through the weekend. A timeline and address for its next home have not yet been announced.
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