This exhibition features several landscape, seascape, and figural paintings made by famed American illustrator N.C. Wyeth. Known for his book and magazine illustrations, N.C. was also eager to demonstrate his ability as a painter whose skills went beyond the requirements of adhering to the narratives for which his illustrations were commissioned.
Events
Ongoing Events
A Usable Past: American Folk Art
A Usable Past brings together paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by self-trained artists working in the eastern part of what is now the United States during the long nineteenth century. In the twentieth century, artists, scholars, and collectors came to believe that artworks like these expressed such supposedly quintessential American values.
MECA presents Anguish
Removed from the shadows, a collection of international artists present a visual dialogue which is strikingly raw and at the surface of our emotional armature – one which we work diligently to prevent illuminating. Imposing presence of fear and loss compounded by images, which while beautiful are laden with sorrow, regret and despondency.
November
Maine Business Hall of Fame North
Our annual Maine Business Hall of Fame North honors innovators in the state’s business community. This event celebrates individuals working north of Augusta who have propelled Maine’s economy into the future.
Maine Business Hall of Fame North
Our annual Maine Business Hall of Fame North honors innovators in the state’s business community. This event celebrates individuals working north of Augusta who have propelled Maine’s economy into the future.
2016 CMCA Biennial Exhibition
The CMCA Biennial Exhibition is an open juried competition for artists at all stages of their career who have a strong connection to the state of Maine.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Masquerade Ball
Come support a “home away from home” for families to stay close to their critically-ill child while they receive medical treatment. Don’t miss this fun night, and don’t worry about a costume! Bring your own mask, or one will be supplied to you. Come in cocktail attire, and enjoy dinner, drinks, auction and raffle. Master of Ceremonies will be Tracy Sabol from Channel 8 News.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Masquerade Ball
Come support a “home away from home” for families to stay close to their critically-ill child while they receive medical treatment. Don’t miss this fun night, and don’t worry about a costume! Bring your own mask, or one will be supplied to you. Come in cocktail attire, and enjoy dinner, drinks, auction and raffle. Master of Ceremonies will be Tracy Sabol from Channel 8 News.
TEDxDirigo: Dissonance
In our current state of unrest, conventions are challenged. Does anyone hear you? Is there hope within the noise? TEDxDirigo Dissonance is a chance to embrace ideas we don’t agree with and examine those we hold as truth.
Portland Stage Company: Play Me a Story
Celebrate the young people in your life this November! Four to ten year olds are invited to enjoy a performance of 2 popular children’s books all about being your own unique self! They are then welcome to explore these tales during an interactive workshop with our teaching artists!