Machias Arts Council

Machias Arts Council A beacon of creative inspiration along the Bold Coast of Downeast Maine, the MAC builds community through volunteer membership and support. Membership is FREE.

Machias Arts Council empowers creativity, connection, and cultural resilience in Downeast Maine by supporting regional artists, providing inclusive access to the arts, and fostering community through collaboration, education, and sustainable practices. Founded in 2021, the Machias Arts Council fosters creativity, economic vitality and cultural engagement through artist advocacy and distinctive eve

nts that celebrate vibrancy of the Arts. For general organization information, visit www.Facebook.com/MachiasArts. To become a member, email to MachiasArtsCouncil [at] gmail [dot] com. Based in Machias, Maine, the Machias Arts Council (MAC) are volunteers and Champions of the Arts. To further our efforts and add to our collective creativity, the MAC is seeking new member-volunteers, whether creatives themselves, or those who simply appreciate a Community of Creativity and wish to make it happen! Council meetings are brief and take place monthly, primarily via Zoom. You do not need to be an artist or in any creative profession to become a member. While Machias, Maine has had various societies or groups supporting the Arts over the years, the Machias Arts Council was organized in 2021 to meet the creative needs of Machias and surrounding communities and beyond, with its first meeting hosted by then-Executive Director of the Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and Machias Arts Council member-volunteer, Sharon Mack; this inaugural meeting was held on Monday, October 4, 2021 at the Chamber of Commerce building, the 1898 Train Station at 2 Kilton Lane in Machias, Maine, 04654. The first MAC event showcased public art in its "Love Locks" display at Bad Little Falls Park in Machias on November 27, 2021. On May 17, 2022, local Author, Artist and Poet, Loretta McClellan, became the first official Chairperson of the all-volunteer MAC. On March 13, 2023, McClellan was succeeded by Tim Markley. As support from membership has grown, events have been planned and offered. Partnering with other organizations for events and cultural alliance is a highlight. Advocacy and support for local creatives is a primary focus.

“To create one’s world in any of the arts takes courage.” —Georgia O’Keeffe

For more information, email: MachiasArtsCouncil [at] gmail [dot] com

06/13/2026

(207) 255-6561, 41 Broadway Machias, ME, USA 04654 Serving Machias and Washington County for over 170 years.

06/12/2026
You don’t want to miss this show!
06/10/2026

You don’t want to miss this show!

This weekend at the MAC Wednesday June 10th 4p-8pOpen studio night🌞 Bring your projects, get inspired!Friday June 12th 6...
06/09/2026

This weekend at the MAC

Wednesday June 10th 4p-8p
Open studio night🌞 Bring your projects, get inspired!

Friday June 12th 6p-8p
Flower Arrangement 🌻🌼🌸

Please register on our website!

06/05/2026

🎉 Happening today until 7PM!
Our 1st Anniversary Celebration + First Friday Art Night is in full swing.
🎶 Live music from Tick, Tick… Boom! at 5 PM & 6 PM
🍔 Food • 🍹 Drinks • 🎨 Kids craft table
Stop in and see what’s happening!

🎉 Tomorrow’s the Day! 🎉Join us tomorrow, Friday, June 5, from 4–7 PM, as we celebrate one year of creativity, community,...
06/04/2026

🎉 Tomorrow’s the Day! 🎉

Join us tomorrow, Friday, June 5, from 4–7 PM, as we celebrate one year of creativity, community, and connection at the Machias Arts Council!

Our anniversary celebration is taking place alongside First Friday Art Night, with 15 talented artists and artisans showcasing their work throughout the grounds.

🎨 Meet local artists
🎶 Enjoy live music from the cast of Machias ACT’s upcoming production of Tick, Tick… Boom!
🍪 Food & refreshments available
🖍️ Free kids’ craft activities
🎉 Free admission and fun for all ages

Whether you've been with us since day one or are visiting for the first time, we'd love to celebrate with you. Stop by, bring a friend, and help us kick off our second year in style!

📍 Machias Arts Center
🕓 Friday, June 5 | 4–7 PM

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277 Main Street
Machias, ME
04657

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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