The Art in the Capitol program features work throughout the Capitol Complex and offers Maine artists an additional venue for their work. It is designed to expand the audience for Maine artists or artists working in Maine on Maine-based themes.
All Art in the Capitol exhibits are free and open to the public. Exhibitions are self-guided and may be viewed during the building hours where the exhibition is on display.
Building hours:
| Maine Arts Commission Office: | Capitol and Burton M. Cross Buildings: |
| 8:30am - 4:30pm, Mon - Fri | 8:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri |
For more information about Art in the Capitol, contact Danielle Moriarty, Program Director at vog.eniam@ytrairom.elleinad
CURRENTLY ON DISPLAY:
Artist Statement:
I make art because I have to. I don’t always enjoy the process, but those moments when I am able to work through the struggles of trying to transform my own internal essence into visual form are incredibly rewarding and worth whatever effort is necessary. Each of us sees the world through our own set of subjective eyes, tempered by our unique personality and history. Although the inspiration for most of my work comes from landscape motifs, each of my paintings is really a self-portrait. Painting and drawing allow me the opportunity to manifest the intangible and to show you the world that I see through my eyes via the use of visual language.
Artist BIO:
Frank Sullivan moved to Aroostook County in 2006 to make art fulltime, leaving a successful career in Boston as a graphic designer, illustrator and art director. He converted the old potato house on his Littleton property into a studio and gallery. Now on the faculty at the University of Maine in Presque Isle, he also directs the Reed Art Gallery there. He has a BA in Studio Art from the College of the Holy Cross, studied printmaking on a graduate fellowship at the American University, and received a Graphic Design Certificate from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Frank’s works hang in private collections throughout the United States and elsewhere. To purchase a painting or his recent book, "Frank Sullivan: Images and Words," email ten.worrabniar@knarf.
This event coincides with the Veterans Art Exhibit at the Maine Capitol Complex, where the works of 38 Veteran artists are on display, featuring over 70 unique pieces. The exhibit runs from November 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025, providing the public with an opportunity to experience the artistry and resilience of Maine's Veterans. Visitors can explore the diverse expressions and perspectives of Maine’s Veterans—showcasing their resilience, stories, and artistic skill—at the Burton M. Cross Building, second floor, in Augusta, available during normal business hours.
The Veteran celebration and exhibit is a collaborative effort between Togus VA, the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services, the Maine Arts Commission, and the Quilts of Valor Foundation. This inclusive project honors Veterans of all backgrounds and aims to spotlight their unique contributions to Maine’s cultural landscape.
About the Celebration:
The Maine Arts Commission invites you to a special event honoring the remarkable talents of Maine's Veteran artists. Join us on November 13, 2024, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Togus Theater in Augusta for an afternoon filled with art, inspiration, and gratitude. This celebration will showcase the powerful contributions of Veteran artists through live performances, including music, poetry, and spoken word. In addition, 14 of the participating artists will receive Quilts of Valor in a heartfelt awards ceremony recognizing their creativity and service.
