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MaineGeneral Medical Center Call for Art Celebrating Health Care Heroes
- June 11, 2021
The MaineGeneral Medical Center (MGMC) Art Committee invites Maine artists to submit art inspired by the heroic efforts of Maine's frontline health...
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Dana Legaweic Named Executive Director of Arts and Cultural Alliance of Freeport
- June 10, 2021
Freeport, ME - June 10, 2021
Arts & Cultural Alliance of Freeport (ACAF) has selected Dana Legawiec to be its new Executive Director. Ms....
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Bucksport Arts Festival
- June 09, 2021
Bucksport's Art Festival is coming back this summer - August 27 & 28! Set up your tent and artwork along the Penobscott waterways in beautiful...
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Jane Herbert a Solo Exhibition of Paintings
- June 08, 2021
(Portland, ME) Richard Boyd Art Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of a solo exhibition of paintings by noted artist Jane Herbert on August 1...
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National Endowment for the Arts Funds 19 Rural Communities Through Citizens’ Institute on Rural Des
- June 07, 2021
National Endowment for the Arts Funds 19 Rural Communities Through
Citizens' Institute on Rural Design
Washington DC—In its ongoing support...
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Biden Administration Proposes Substantial Budget Increase to the NEA
- June 07, 2021
The Biden Administration submitted its first <a...
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Open Auditions for Frog & Toad - The Grand, Ellsworth
- June 07, 2021
Audition Announcement:
A Year with Frog and Toad (Musical)
Thursday, June 24th, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm at The Grand
Sunday, June 27th, 1:00 pm - 3:00...
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Latest News On Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
- June 07, 2021
Here is the latest SBA briefing as reported by the Arts Action Fund as of June 3, 2021:
More technical snags related to Tax Form 4506-T and the...
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Greenhut Galleries Hiring Art Framer - Full Time Position
- June 07, 2021
Greenhut Galleries Hiring Art Framer - Full Time Position
Full-time
146 Middle St, Portland, ME...
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Short Story Writing Challenge
- June 03, 2021
Storytellers of all ages and styles!
The Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk has a challenge for you.
Write a story that answers the following...
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Celebration Barn Seeks Executive Artistic Director
- June 03, 2021
Position Announcement: Executive Artistic Director (EAD)
Celebration Barn Theater seeks a visionary artistic leader and community builder with...
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Call for Art: objectivity, Gallery 263, Cambridge, MA
- June 02, 2021
Gallery 263 is thrilled to announce "objectivity," our newest call for art! We invite artists to submit work that engages and subverts the still life...
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Waterfall Arts is Hiring a Program Director
- June 01, 2021
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
STATUS: 40 Hours a week (full-time)REPORTS TO: Executive DirectorLOCATION: Belfast, Maine
POSITION SUMMARY:Waterfall Arts seeks a...
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Chapin Opens New Studio/Gallery @ Stoneridge in Bristol, ME
- May 27, 2021
Press Release
Chapin Studio/Gallery @ Stoneridge debut year starts May 21st 2021 inBristol Maine. Having converted a garage into a Studio/Gallery...
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Congressional Art Competition: Lewiston, Portland students take first place
- May 25, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 19, 2021
CONTACT: Ryan J. Leighton
Marketing Director
207-287-2750
Lewiston, Portland students take first place in...
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2021 Commission Meeting Schedule
- May 24, 2021
2021 Commission Meeting Schedule
Maine Arts Commission meetings are open to the public. Email the agency to request access code.
January 19 -...
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Contrasts a Group Exhibit of Visual Art
- May 19, 2021
If you're in or around Portland, ME in July stop in Richard Boyd Art Gallery to see an exhibit of original works of visual art that offers a study in...
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Call for Artists - Small Works: 43rd Harper College National Juried Exhibition
- May 18, 2021
Small Works is a national juried show of artwork no more than 24" in its largest dimension (including frame). All media are eligible except jewelry,...
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National Endowment Includes $758,600 for the Maine Arts Commission
- May 10, 2021
First Phase of American Rescue Plan Funding from the
National Endowment Includes $758,600 for the Maine Arts Commission
AUGUSTA, MAINE...
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Curbside Theater Comes To Belfast
- May 05, 2021
William Shakespeare's comedy "AS YOU LIKE IT". This telling of the tale is set in a late ‘60s/early ‘70s of the mind; featuring costumes,...
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Watercolor Painting Basics - Tuesdays or Thursdays starting May 4 and 6
- April 30, 2021
Watercolor painting is an exciting medium; it flows and moves and does beautiful things. We will do landscapes and seascapes in this 4 week...
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New Study Shares Insights on What Impacts Audience Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- April 30, 2021
New Study Shares Insights on What Impacts Audience Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As performing arts organizations in the United States emerge...
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Call for Artists - Cape Elizabeth Land Trust Paint for Preservation 2021
- April 30, 2021
The Cape Elizabeth Land Trust (CELT) is accepting artist submissions for the 14th Annual Paint for Preservation Auction. Artist entrees will be...
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Steampunk Artists Sought!
- April 30, 2021
It's back for 2021! The Southern Maine Steampunk Fair, now in its 7th year, returns as the Museum's most popular and unique events.
The Fair will...
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Maine Arts Commission Accepting Applications for Poet Laureate
- April 29, 2021
Maine Arts Commission Accepting Applications for Poet Laureate
Stuart Kestenbaum finishes five-year term
AUGUSTA, ME—The Maine Arts...
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