In 2017 the Farnsworth is presenting two major exhibitions featuring the work of women who have played important roles in twentieth-century American art, both of whom also had deep connections to Maine: Marguerite Zorach and Louise Nevelson.
Events
Ongoing Events
Portland Stage Company: Shakespeare Youth Conservatory
Middle school students delve into the wild and wacky world of the Bard. Participants will investigate aspects of the stories of Shakespeare’s exciting plays, including: the powerful world of his magical creatures, the majesty of his kings, the zaniness of his clowns, and how relevant these stories still are today!
The Maine Flower Show
The Maine Flower Show, owned and produced by members of Maine’s horticulture industry, is one of the biggest gardening and horticultural shows in the region. The Maine Flower Show will have 100 exhibits of plants, hardscape, arbor and garden supplies, hands-on workshops and seminars led by experts in growing and outdoor living.
The Maine Flower Show
The Maine Flower Show, owned and produced by members of Maine’s horticulture industry. In addition to 16 display gardens, the Maine Flower show will have 100 exhibits of plants, hardscape, arbor and garden supplies, and all things relative to outdoor yardscaping and living.
April
Doo Wop Project
The Doo Wop Project brings at the beginning, tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of give guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. Pizza and beverages will be offered.
Maine Acoustic Festival
Maine Acoustic Festival brought to you by 317 Maine Community Music Center. This concert showcases the students of 317 Main and should not be missed!
Golden Dragon Acrobats
Returning to the Merrill stage with a brand new production, the Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time-honored tradition that combines award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to create an unforgettable experience of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. “The show speaks to the playful, daredevil nature in all of us. And the array of stunts and skills exhibited by this troupe was nothing short of phenomenal” (Fayetteville Flyer).
Tickets $46 – $40 – $32
Maine College of Art Lecture Series: Ian Lynam Design
Ian Lynam Design is a multidisciplinary creative studio specializing in unique solutions for international clients. The studio has been based in Tokyo since 2005. Ian Lynman Design specializes in identity, cultural research and typography.
JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award
Join Good Shepard Food Bank at the 10th Annual JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award Dinner.
Glitterati: A Sparkling Literary Ball
It’s time again to glitz it up and help support young writers in Maine. This year the Westin Hotel will host The Telling Room’s Glitterati event-a night of revelry, a live and silent auction, and sumptuous food and drink to help support our free writing programs for Maine youth.