The former CITGO (then Mobil) sign has stood vacant for years. The Biddeford Downtown Development Commission is looking to bring new life to the landmark.
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‘Beauty of nature’ inspires new solo exhibition at River Arts
River Arts in Damariscotta is showing a new solo exhibition, “On the Edge” by Beth Downey, from April 3-23 in the River Room. There will be a public opening reception from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Downey’s bold, colorful paintings are inspired by the vibrant natural landscapes she has called home — from the lush […]
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Belfast artist featured in Lincoln Theater’s ‘Talking Art in Maine’ series
Damariscotta’s historic Lincoln Theater welcomes its next guest in the “Talking Art in Maine” series, John Moore, at 7 p.m. on April 3. Series host, artist Emily Sabino, and Moore will discuss his art, his creative process, and the stories and inspirations behind the canvas. Moore, based out of Belfast, is a celebrated contemporary realist […]
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Brunswick café pairs food with fine art
Dede Wilder has spent the past few months organizing community-centric art exhibitions at Walter’s Café. Here’s what to expect this spring.
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First Biddeford film fest features documentaries on social issues
Local filmmakers will showcase documentaries on relevant social issues in Maine at next month’s first Mini Film Fest.
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The federal government owns 11 artworks in Maine. What will happen to them?
The Trump administration is laying off staff at the U.S. General Services Administration, which is responsible for one of the oldest and largest collections of art in the country.
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From the Chocolate Church: A day of music, art and permaculture at the CCAC
These days at the Chocolate Church Arts Center, there’s the feeling of an element of surprise, of not knowing what will come next. This week alone, “The Mousetrap” had an amazing run in our new and improving Annex. The CCAC Art Lab conducted an offsite parade workshop for 160 Morse High School freshmen. And on […]
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Last chance to see two exhibitions at Bowdoin College’s Arctic Museum
Bowdoin College will say goodbye to two exhibitions at the Peary-MacMillan Arctic Museum, “Collections and Recollections: Objects and the Stories They Tell” and “Northern Nightmares: Monsters in Inuit Art,” on March 23. “Collections and Recollections” is one of the inaugural exhibits on view since May 2023 when the museum opened in its new location at […]
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Biddeford approves public art ordinance
The ordinance is intended to help Biddeford grow even more as an arts scene.
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River Arts showcases four artists in new exhibition
River Arts is pleased to announce Dru Barkalow, Karen Nadeau, Judy Nixon and Helen Warner in an upcoming show, “Inspiration and Imagination: A Showcase of 4 Artists,” in the River Room. The show runs March 6 through April 2. The four River Arts volunteers have combined their talents in a varied show including mixed media, […]