Maine Crafts Association is grateful to be learning how to navigate COVID-19 and see Maine reopening in a thoughtful, careful way. They are also grateful to see the continued efforts, conversations and actions of the communities in support of Black Lives Matter, equality and diversity. MCA is working with its board, staff, members and peers on a national level to be part of positive change in our local communities, the craft field and our country. Input and feedback about this is welcome.
MCA Retail Galleries & Resource Centers are now open to the (mask wearing, sanitizer loving) public. Hours are limited but will increase based on how sales and safety goes. To ensure the spaces are open upon arrival, call to check hours beforehand or make an appointment. Open hours, appointments and curbside delivery are all available.
Keep up to date via MCA newsletters and social media for the upcoming launch of SHOP Maine Craft: Maine Crafts Associations Online Gallery, as well as updates and adaptations to MCA’s September and October MCA Guild Fine Craft Shows and other new initiatives.
JULY EVENTS
Ongoing: [SOURCE+BUY] Maine Craft from Home
July 2: Happy SECOND Anniversary to Maine Craft Portland!
July 6: MCA Retail Galleries open to the public.
July 6: [SOURCE+SELL] Craft Classifieds Launch
July 24: CANCELLED — Maine Craft 2020 Gala at Camp Beech Cliff
July 24-26: CANCELLED — MCA Guild Fine Craft Show: MDI
July 27: Master Craft Award Facebook Live Announcement
LOOKING AHEAD
Aug 14-16: CANCELLED — MCA Guild Fine Craft Show: Belfast
Aug 22: CANCELLED — Portland Fine Craft Show
Sept 19-20: MCA Guild Fine Craft Show: Scarborough
Sept 26-27: POSTPONED (new date TBA) — Big Ink Printmaking @ Center for Maine Craft
Sept 29: Get Ready with CERF Plus: How to Protect Your Career From Emergencies – Workshop @ Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts
Oct 2: CANCELLED — Craft Apprentice Program Capstone Exhibition Reception
Oct 3-4: Maine Craft Weekend 2020
Oct 24-25: MCA Guild Fine Craft Show: Brunswick
George Marshall Store Gallery will host an Open House on Dec. 5, 5-7pm and December 6, 10am-4pm to kick off the holiday season. Join us for festive sips & snacks, lights twinkling, tunes spinning, and original works by more than 30 New England artists (most under $500.) Come to shop or just gather in good […]
Gallery b. announces the second release of new work for Small Works Show 2025, featuring art by 64-plus artists at $220 (5×7 inch) and works by members of the 10×8 Group at $325 (10×8 inch). Free shipping or local pick-up available on all orders. The gallery offers gift wrapping upon request during checkout. Work moves […]
Art Space Gallery celebrates the season from 2 to 7 p.m. Dec. 5 (doors open at 11 a.m.), with cheer, refreshments and friendly conversation to show appreciation for members and patrons. December gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday to Saturday. The gallery closes for the season Dec. 20. Art Space Gallery, a […]
As the festive winter season approaches, the Deer Isle Artists Association proudly announces its traditional “Art for the Holidays,” from Dec. 12 to 20. This popular annual show and sale is scheduled to coincide with gift shopping. Participating artists are Cynthia Bourque Simonds, Christopher Brumfield, Mary Eaton, Maureen Farr, Jill Finsen, Susan Finsen, Jeri Gillin, […]
Artemis Gallery welcomes visitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 as part of the Northeast Harbor Christmas Festival. Explore new works while enjoying complimentary small bites and beverages. The gallery is open year-round by appointment and online. Artemis Gallery is at 1 Old Firehouse Lane, Northeast Harbor. Call 207-276-3001 or email info@artemisgalleryme.com for […]
Wiscasset Bay Gallery thanks visitors for a wonderful 2025 season. The gallery presents “Little Gems for the Season,” a special exhibition of small art treasures, alongside new acquisitions available for viewing on the website. Highlights include works by Aurel Vasilescu (Romanian, 1883-1951) and Dahlov Ipcar (American, 1917-2017). The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday through […]
Meetinghouse Arts unveils a varied winter lineup featuring flamenco, folk, bagpipes and more, alongside festive holiday events including the annual Sparkle exhibition. The performance committee has crafted programming to brighten winter months. The full schedule and tickets are available now. Sparkle, the annual holiday show, opens in the gallery with a reception from 4 to […]
Courthouse Gallery Fine Art offers a rare glimpse into formative creative stages with “What Came Before,” an exhibition highlighting early artworks by diverse contemporary artists, many working for five or more decades, on view Dec. 3 to Jan. 10. These overlooked artworks have remained out of view, overshadowed by later periods of maturity and recognition. […]
The Farnsworth Art Museum welcomes the community to its beloved annual holiday celebration, Share the Wonder, from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 5. This free event features artist-designed holiday trees, live jazz, artmaking activities, cookie decoratin and more festive fun for all ages. The first 100 guests through the museum doors will receive a complimentary […]
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