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Located in the Keeper's House at Owls Head Lighthouse…visit the American Lighthouse Foundation’s gift shop and interpretive center. Tours of the lighthouse are also offered Memorial Day - Columbus Day, call FMI. Discover other lighthouses where you can visit, climb, and even spend the night while shopping for Owls Head & Rockland Breakwater Light gifts! Mailing address: P.O. Box 565, Rockland, ME 04841

The Art Loft is a community art center that makes art accessible to everyone, no matter their ability, age, or income. We aim to inspire everyone to unleash their inner artist and flex their creative muscles on a regular basis.

Our Camden, Belfast, Rockport, and Waldoboro studios teach all ages in classical ballet, pointe, modern, hip-hop, and jazz. Performance opportunities in our Atlantic Ballet Company Nutcracker, our P2P Dance Spring Show, and "Dance Your Dream" our four-week summer program. Training provides arts enrichment for children ages 3 and up and for adult, beginner through advanced.

ALL YEAR, ALL-AROUND OUTSTANDING.Founded in 1961 by brothers Andrew and Thomas Wolf, Bay Chamber Concerts features world-renowned artists year-round. Our Summer Concert Series and Music Festival in July and August feature over 30 events that redefine the standards for chamber music. From September to June the Performing Arts Series features classical, jazz, world music and dance events in a variety of ve…

Representing artists with connections to Maine since 1982.

Awaken your senses with vibrant paintings by emerging and established artists from throughout the Northeast, in styles that range from photo-realism and impressionism to contemporary mixed media and plein-air. Rotating shows highlighting Maine’s interior and coastal beauty, with a strong emphasis on the mid-coast's working waterfront and maritime heritage.

Camden Harbor Custom Guitars Northwoods and Vintage tele-style electric guitars are handcrafted in Camden, Maine. It is here in Northern New England – famous for quality craftsmanship and eco-friendly production standards – that you will find some of the most beautiful and smooth playing guitars available today. Call 207-230-0001 for a demo session.

The Camden Opera House is the Arts & Entertainment hub for midcoast Maine. Built in 1894 and lovingly restored in 1994, the opera house is visually stunning and acoustically superb, and offers the finest in music, dance, theater, film, conferences and more.

Books, videos, CDs, DVDs, audio books, homebound delivery, and interlibrary loan; robust internet connectivity including wireless access; over 600 programs and events each year; and the Walsh History Center's artifacts and historic Camden photos. Story hours 10:00 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays to 9:00 p.m.…

The Camden Shakespeare Festival is a professional, non-profit theatre committed to producing Shakespeare’s plays chiefly in the Camden Amphitheatre. We believe that Shakespeare plays speak to everyone, because of their universal themes, their unforgettable characters and their extraordinary poetry. These plays are produced in association with the Camden Public Library.

Built about 1770 by the Thorndike family, the Conway Homestead is one of the earliest houses in the region and depicts daily life through the 1930s. On the National Register of Historic Places and Maine State Register of Historic Sites. Adjacent museum, barn, sugar shack, and blacksmith shop with educational displays of midcoast life through the centuries. Includes photographs, artifacts, quilts, vintage…

Carver Hill Gallery shows Contemporary Fine Art from Maine and across the globe. The gallery's artists are career artists; many have studied and taught for decades and many are featured in museum collections. The gallery primarily features painting (on canvas, panel, and paper), photography, and a limited collection of sculpture.

A year-round woodworking school for all levels from novice to professional

CMCA is Maine's preeminent contemporary arts organization. Experience the art of this generation and the next. CMCA’s exhibitions and educational programs are made to inspire and attract visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

Dedicated to providing children ages 2 to 9 and their families the opportunity to explore, discover, and learn through play about the natural world, the arts and sciences, and the diversity of Maine's coast. School group visits; themed birthday parties.

Photography tours & workshops blending travel adventure and photography education along the coast, in the cities, and the mountains. Join us on ½-day photo walks, all-day photo tours, or multi-day photo adventures. Excursions to exciting destinations including popular locations and hidden spots. Any skill level, any camera type, individuals, families, and small groups welcome.

DAAC Designs offers a curated collection of modern art, antiques and vintage home and garden decor. We embrace the charm of rustic decor blended with coastal elegance. We offer modern artworks from local Maine artists and unique hand-crafted and vintage decor items, including furniture, mirrors, kitchen tools, barware, garden decor and custom pillows made from vintage and imported textiles.

Dowling Walsh Gallery is dedicated to Maine's finest classic and contemporary art.

Down East Singers is a community chorus performing masterworks from the 17th century to the present twice a year. The artistic director is Bowdoin faculty member Anthony Antolini. May concerts include Mozart Mentors Orchestra and other professional musicians. The group rehearses at Nativity Lutheran Church in Rockport on Tuesday evenings.

Featuring the work of Maine's best carvers, our gallery includes the finest and most extensive selection of wildlife carvings in the state. Open Monday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., June-October

Join us and the other downtown galleries for First Friday Art Walks, when galleries host receptions the first Friday of every month, 5-8 PM. Thursdays & Saturday 1-5 PM or byAppointment - Chance - Events.

Colored diamonds set in 18k gold and platinum by Maine's award-winning diamond jewelry designer. Call for appointment, Monday through Saturday for design consultations.

The Everyman Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit professional theatre company committed to bringing live theater to the people of midcoast Maine. Performance locations include the Camden and Rockport opera houses and the Farnsworth Art Museum.

Celebrating Maine's role in American art, the Farnsworth offers a nationally recognized collection from many of America's greatest artists. The museum houses the nation's second-largest collection of works by 20th-century sculptor Louise Nevelson. Its Wyeth Center features works of Andrew, N.C., and Jamie Wyeth. Open all year, daily 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; closed winter Mondays and Tuesdays. Availab

The finest collection of comic and cowboy character toys and illustration and cartoon art on public display in the USA.IF I OPEN THE MUSEUM in 2021, I will do so from July 3rd through Labor Day, Thursday-Monday, 10AM-3PM. Closed Tues. & Wed. Visitors MUST wear masks. Please call 207-832-7398 before 7pm to verify I am open. I do not answer emails every day. If I do not open, I thank you for your interest.…

Showcasing the oil paintings of Jerri Finch of Belfast and sculptures of Jay Hoagland of Rockport. Open June 22 through September 29, 2018. New in 2018: Vintage Jerri Finch, a collection of cards from the 80s and 90s. 16 Main St., Belfast, behind the iconic Consumers Fuel Company building. 207-338-1060. Visit us on Facebook and at www.jerrifinch.com

Creates metal castings in bronze. Glass Gallery: sculpture, vases, bowls.

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Our visitor center features a wall-size map of the entire coast of Maine and its islands We have a short film highlighting coastal islands and their value to wildlife, and the work of Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge. There are exhibits, a gift store, an art gallery and an outdoor seabird island replica. We can recommend local hikes and puffin viewing trips. Admission is free.

Fukurou Gallery – The Solon Center for Research and PublishingThe Solon Center for Research and Publishing is a 501(c)3 nonprofit Maine Public Benefit Corporation that helps build community in Maine and beyond through educational, literary, scientific and artistic means, with publications, research, exhibits, and other events and initiatives. We work to help the humanities flourish.The Solon Center helps…

The Gautschi Center is an art gallery and education center designed to inspire individual discovery. The mission of the Gautschi Center is to support people in their creative development by offering a variety of individual or group art classes and workshops that will help students learn to express themselves artistically.

A place reflective of what pleases our senses. A place where Maine can be found. Ever-changing and rewarding.

June 11-14, 2020: Three days of great music, food and shopping in lovely Camden, Maine. Musical venues to include the Camden Opera House and Blue Cafe, the Camden Snow Bowl, restaurants and inns.

The Kelpie Gallery is located in the 'Weskeag Village of South Thomaston, Maine, a small coastal crossroads with a general store, historical society, library, post office and equestrian center. We welcome you to come to the 'Weskeag Village, enjoy our space and exhibiting artists, as well as everything our picturesque local community has to offer.

Gen. Henry Knox: founding father, soldier, Rev. War veteran, consummate military strategist & Sec. of War in George Washington's cabinet. His 22-room Federal-style Montpelier was "the finest home in the district of Maine." Today's version on 13 acres in Thomaston hosts original Knox belongings, tours & exhibitions, and weddings & community events.

We have had the opportunity for over 38 years to enrich children's lives through the art of dance. Offering year-round creative movement, ballet, modern dance, choreography, and private lessons. Week-long summer workshops in technique, choreography, and thematic exploration through movement, poetry and art projects. We work with children (ages 4 and up) and adults, beginners through advanced.

Libby Schrum is a Camden based furniture maker creating handcrafted modern bespoke furniture and custom interiors. Make an appointment to visit her studio, a short walk from the library. You can meet the designer, see miniature models of her designs and learn about how fine furniture is made. If you’re really curious, turn your vacation into a STUDIOcation and build your own piece!

Visit this truly one-of-a-kind gallery. Located at 4 Cold Storage Road in the fishing village of Port Clyde, central to the summer painting grounds of three generations of Wyeths for nearly 100 years. See our changing offerings of original Wyeth family paintings and the rarest signed prints of Andrew Wyeth with white glove presentation by his curatorial staff by appointment.

The largest and most significant collection of lighthouse lenses and artifacts in the United States. See rare and priceless Fresnel lenses and learn about lighthouses, lightkeepers, the U.S. Coast Guard, and more! Tours welcome. Gift shop. Memorial Day to October 31st, weekdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekends 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. See website

Five days of fun and feasting on the fabulous coast of Maine. The Maine Lobster Festival takes place the first weekend In August. The 74th annual Maine Lobster Festival will take place August 4 - 8, 2021. Enjoy lots of lobster, fine art, crafts, children's events, a cooking contest, live entertainment, carnival rides, and more!

Maine's Sea Story Lives Here!

Maine Media Workshops + College educates and inspires visual artists and storytellers.

We represent the handmade pottery of 30 Maine studios. We have a large flower garden which visitors are welcome to walk through. We are open daily May through October. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday in November and December. Also open the week of Thanksgiving and daily starting 12/11/20 through 12/24/20 when we close for the season. Shipping is available.

Mars Hall Gallery is located at the historic Marshall Homestead, between the quaint fishing villages of Tenants Harbor and Port Clyde. The gallery offers an eclectic mix of fine art and crafts as well as antiques and collectibles.

Along with Michael's pioneering anticlastic jewelry, come discover an exciting array of sculpture, painting, jewelry, ceramic, and special objects by artists from Maine and around the world. Special exhibitions, workshops, events throughout the year. Additional services include special orders, jewelry cleaning, and repairs. Open BY APPOINTMENT due to covid19. Your safety is our first priority!

MCMA is a contemporary music school in Rockland offering oustanding private and group instruction on a variety of instruments to students of all ages and skill levels as well as community enrichment programming and event musicians for hire.

The 27th annual blues music festival attracts world-famous blues musicians for a two-day outdoor event, July 11 &12, 2020. Held at the Public Landing overlooking picturesque Rockland Harbor. Main Street is closed from traffic for the popular club crawl Saturday evening.

Unlike many museums, OHTM's collection is primarily operational, offering visitors a spectacular and rare experience at a number of outdoor events throughout the year.

Page Gallery is an American contemporary art gallery owned by artist Colin Page. The gallery exhibits a wide variety of paintings, drawings, and sculptures by Maine's leading contemporary artists.

We are a "Paint Your Own" ceramic shop. We offer ceramic classes, birthday parties, make and takes, paint night events, ladies nights, and company paint events. We also do school, campground and fair activities. We have a girl scouts package to earn the art badge. We also do wedding and baby shower favors. Stop by to check us out!

Maine's oldest maritime museum. One of New England's finest collections of furnishings, artifacts, ship models, paintings, photographs, and small boats. The museum is a great place to learn about Maine's maritime history, with exhibits and activities designed for children, families, and adults. Open Memorial Day weekend through the third Sunday in October. Please check our website or call the museum for …

The Points North Institute is the launching pad for the next generation of nonfiction storytellers. Programs include a suite of artist development initiatives, year-round community screenings, and the Camden International Film Festival (CIFF), founded in 2005 and recognized as one of the top documentary film festivals in the world.

The Center celebrates the success of Project Puffin in bringing puffins and other seabirds back to historic nesting islands. Here the public can view puffins and other seabirds in real time through live video feed. Visitors can also learn about the success and challenges faced by Audubon and their partners.

Join us for reasonable, private, live guided walking tours conducted by phone via conference call, exploring the mysterious haunts or untold history of Camden or Rockland. Appropriate for all, these 45-60 minute tours will be a one-of-a-kind adventure as you learn legends, history , maritime history, cemetery symbolism & some ghostly tales if you choose. There are 7 options in Camden & Rockland.

Cultivating the art of gardening together with the beautification of the community. Scholarship fundraisers include the Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, June 5, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and the Holly Berry Fair on December 4, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. See this magazine's Events Calendar for details.

The historic Rockport Opera House is available throughout the year cultural and social events, lectures, meetings, and weddings. Amenities include audio visual services, professional kitchen, meeting room, auditorium, and green room.

Books, books on CD, DVDs and pre-loaded Kindles, interlibrary loan. Free public Internet access and Wi-Fi. Special collection of marine books. Preschool story time Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Wednesday 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Educational displays of the old days in fishing and shipbuilding; a stocked library, a conference room, and a gift shop. Museum closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Sharp's Point South, Professional Building, offers, Waterfront, Office Space available,2 minutes from Downtown. at 75 Mechanic St., Rockland, ME. Wired for Internet, newly renovated, carpeted and have a wonderful waterfront ambiance

An intimate gallery featuring original watercolors, oils, etchings, and limited-edition work. We also exhibit hand-painted tiles and original sculpture. Quality custom framing always available. Evening hours through the summer. We're happy to ship anywhere.

Beautifully restored classic movie house and performing arts center is open year round, and offers a regular schedule of film, concerts, and special events. Fully equipped modern facility available for rent. On the National Register of Historic Places.

Over 8,000 square feet of antiques, furniture, collectibles and small wares, jewelry, vintage, local artists and a gourmet bakery.

The studio and gallery of designers Thomas Michaels and Nora Hattman-Michaels highlights their renowned and award-winning works in glass, steel, and gold; for the body, the tabletop, and the home.

The Thomaston Historical Society is an active organization offering free programs with guest speakers; historic materials for publications and research; celebrating General Henry Knox's birthday with the Knox Museum ; 'Home for the Holidays' gala showcasing a historic house in town; and hosting a museum where one can learn the history of the town beginning with the first explorers in 1605.

Thomaston Place Auction Gallery is coastal Maine’s premier auction company, offering newly discovered, rare objects at our fine art and antique auctions. Quality consignments always accepted. Tuesday is Free Appraisal Day, or we can arrange “house calls”.

Located at 22 Pearl Street, Camden, three blocks from downtown, we specialize in platinum/palladium photographs, one-of-a-kind handmade books of original photographs, and limited-edition photography books. Workshops and private tutorials for all levels of expertise offered year-round. Watch platinum printing demonstrations during our Gallery Open House Weekends. Gallery open by appointment all other times.

Visit our 1800s-era farmhouse showroom with 15 rooms of custom-made furniture including Windsor chairs, dining tables, beds, buffets, and surprises around each corner. Our Shaker gallery features a selection of classic Shaker furniture. Located six miles north of Camden.