Monson Arts’ Blog
Updated Statement Concerning COVID-19
We are closely monitoring all developments around the spread of COVID-19. Read the latest on cancellations and how we are responding to the situation.
High School Art and Writing Program Exhibit 2020
View an online gallery of photos documenting some of the highlights from the 2019-20 Monson Arts High School Art and Writing Program to go with the exhibit on display in the gallery windows through June (you can view safely from the street).
‘Maine’s Woods’ on view at the Monson Arts Gallery
Fall exhibit curated and produced by the Dexter Historical Society features black and white photographs from the early 1900’s paired with the writings of Henry David Thoreau.
Preview Our 2020 Residency And Workshop Schedule
We’ve finalized our calendar for 2020 programs. Check out the schedule and start planning now to be here for a residency or a workshop next year. We will begin accepting applications for winter residencies on August 1.
Summer 2019 Public Programs
See our lineup of fee public programs being offered this summer including evening talks by artist/ instructors, exhibits, demonstrations, and film screenings.
New Exhibit at the Monson Arts Gallery Features Work by Traditional Artists from Northern Maine
‘Artists of the Forest’ opens May 15, featuring the work of six artists and craftsmen from Maine’s Northern Forest who work with one of the region’s most abundant resources- wood.
New Exhibit ‘Art All Around Us’ Opens April 12
The first exhibit of 2019 at the Monson Arts Gallery celebrates the work of art teachers from community schools in Piscataquis County and the greater region. ‘Art All Around Us’ will be on display until May 9. Gallery hours are Thursday – Sunday, 10-4
Monson Arts Partners with RISD to Offer Design Residencies
Monson Arts announced that it will partner with the Rhode Island School of Design to support two month-long design residencies for RISD graduates this summer at its facility in Monson.
Summer Workshop Catalog
Our one-week intensive summer workshops provide an ideal environment to focus on learning and studio work. Register online for one of eight workshop offerings in 2019.
2019 Residency and Workshop Schedule
We have just finalized our schedule for 2019 with some exciting new opportunities for residencies and workshops. Save the dates now and stay tuned for more details about specific programs in the coming months.
WELCOME
Time and space to create.
Monson Arts is a new artists’ residency and arts center in Monson, Maine. Programs include residencies for artists and writers, intensive shorter workshops, and educational partnerships with area secondary schools.