Creating Community Through the Arts

Support for artists, performers, writers, and creative voices throughout Downeast Maine

Welcome to the Machias Arts Council

The Machias Arts Council is committed to advancing creativity, strengthening community, and expanding access to arts education throughout Downeast Maine. We support artists, provide inclusive learning opportunities, and deliver cultural programs that enrich the region’s economic and civic vitality.

About MAC

Current Highlights at MAC

See what’s happening now at the Machias Arts Center — from exhibitions and events to creative opportunities in our community.

We're Hiring!

MAC is offering two paid arts internships for ages 16–24 in partnership with Healthy Acadia. Gain hands-on experience with exhibits, events, gallery operations, and social media.

Explore the Internships

Maine Craft Weekend at Machias Arts Center

MAC Joins Maine Craft Weekend

October 3-4, 2026

The Machias Arts Center is joining Maine's statewide celebration of craft! Meet Downeast artists and makers, watch demonstrations, explore pop-up sales, take part in workshops, and discover the creativity happening right here in our community.

Maine Craft Weekend at MAC

Something Wicked This Way Comes in Machias

Ghosts and Scarecrows of Machias

Past winners of our Annual Flash Fiction Contest anthologies are available at the Machias Arts Center, Berry Vines, and Machias River General. Paperback and Kindle versions are available on Amazon.

CELEBRATING DOWNEAST STORYTELLERS

Something Wicked Is Coming to Machias!

The stories are written, the anthology is here, and it's time to celebrate!

Join the Machias Arts Council on Friday, October 23, from 6–7:30 PM for our Flash Fiction Celebration & Book Launch. Enjoy story readings, an awards presentation, refreshments, and a celebration of Downeast writers.

Join the Celebration

Discover MAC

Discover original artwork, creative supplies, and opportunities to learn, create, and connect — all under one roof.

Meet Local Artists

Explore the creative work and stories of MAC members.

Meet our Artists

Experience the Arts

Visit exhibits, attend events, and participate in creative experiences.

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Join the Community

Become a member, volunteer, or support the arts in Downeast Maine.

Join MAC

FEATURED ARTIST

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ALISON BRYNN ROSS

Artist of the Month

Meet our October Artist of the Month, Alison Brynn Ross, a multidisciplinary artist whose work draws from nature, folklore and the curious connections between the two. Her work spans painting, sculpture, illustration and mixed media, often finding beauty in the strange, overlooked and unexpected.

Meet the Featured Artist

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by Alison Brynn Ross

THE CREATIVE CURRENT

Stories from the Machias Arts Council

Meet the artists, members and people behind MAC, and discover the stories connecting creativity and community throughout Downeast Maine.

Poet Leonore Hildebrandt reading her work during a poetry event

Leonore Hildebrandt Listens for the Music in Language

There Will Come Soft Rains, acrylic on birch panel, by Alison Brynn Ross.

Alison Brynn Ross Asks Us to Look Again in Kindred Occult

Read the Latest Stories

Explore MAC

Gallery

Our rotating gallery features work by local and regional artists across many mediums. Visitors can explore new exhibits throughout the year and discover the creative voices that make Downeast Maine unique.

Workshops

We host hands‑on workshops for all ages and skill levels, from painting and mosaics to fiber arts, photography, and seasonal crafts. Each session offers guidance, inspiration, and a chance to try something new.

Events

With a busy event calendar, you'll be sure to find something local to enjoy:

Movie Nights

Plays

Music Concerts

Creative Sessions

Open creative sessions provide a relaxed, supportive environment where anyone can drop in, work on a project, experiment with materials, or simply enjoy making art alongside others.