Amesbury Cultural Council

Amesbury Cultural Council The Amesbury Cultural Council is a volunteer board that supports local arts & cultural activities.

We are Amesbury's Local Cultural Council (LCC) as defined by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

View the stunning works of Muriel Angelil, Bonnie Brady, Gail Cunningham, Sally Dion, Kate Higley, and Susan Stranc at t...
06/11/2026

View the stunning works of Muriel Angelil, Bonnie Brady, Gail Cunningham, Sally Dion, Kate Higley, and Susan Stranc at the Cultural Center's first exhibition: Lasting Impressions.

Lasting Impressions: A North of Boston Print Collaborative Art Exhibition
When: June 20 - 28, 12-4pm on weekends, or by appointment.
Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard
An official ribbon cutting with Mayor for our new exhibition space, at 1pm.

LINE UP OF EVENTS βœ‚πŸŽ€πŸ’ŒπŸŽ¨πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨πŸ–¨
Weekend of June 20 + 21, 12-4pm
β€’ Ribbon cutting on June 20 at 1pm.
β€’ Make Father’s Day cards – for all ages!
β€’ Refreshments

Weekend of June 27 + 28, 12-4pm
β€’ Meet the artists
β€’ Presentations + demos of printmaking techniques

The Amesbury Cultural Council is proud to be teaming up with the   and  in celebration of Juneteenth, Freedom Day!Mark y...
06/09/2026

The Amesbury Cultural Council is proud to be teaming up with the and in celebration of Juneteenth, Freedom Day!

Mark your calendars for a powerful, two-city event, educational and celebratory event on June 19th.

12:00 PM @ YWCA Pool, 13 Market St. Newburyport: Free Community Swim!

2:00 PM @ Newburyport City Hall: Flag raising, speakers including Mayor Reardon and local activists, Double Dutch team performances, presentations from local community organizations, and ice cream (sponsored by Biggarts).

5:00 PM @ Barewolf Brewing, 12 Oakland St. Amesbury: Words from Mayor Gove and Clare Killian of ARSJ, live music from Harsh, and a Black-owned Business Market

We are looking forward to an incredible day filled with community building, commemoration, and celebration

As part of our Creative Community Initiative, the Amesbury Cultural Council is thrilled to present the second installmen...
06/08/2026

As part of our Creative Community Initiative, the Amesbury Cultural Council is thrilled to present the second installment of our Education Series!

A Conversation on Grants
June 24 from 6-8PM at the Cultural Center, 37 Millyard

Join the Amesbury Cultural Council for a casual conversation on grants, covering topics from research to application writing and best practices! Q+A to follow.

Featuring Talks by:
Laura Schofield, former event and residency coordinator for the MCC & ACC member
Janice Valverde, grant writer & non-profit consultant
Bonnie Brady, local artist and ACC member ()

Please note that this conversation is best suited for those with a focus on creative individuals and non-profits.

This event is FREE to the public, but please register via the link in our bio!

06/06/2026

Little Groove is coming back again this week on Tuesday! We're so excited but please note the change in time to 9:30am! We're trying to beat the heat and make this outdoor program more comfortable. This is great for up to 4 years old. Just bring a blanket and enjoy this high energy, interactive program! No registration required! This program is made possible with a grant from the Amesbury Cultural Council

We’re thrilled to welcome the North of Boston Print Collaborative, who will be showcasing Lasting Impressions in the Ame...
06/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome the North of Boston Print Collaborative, who will be showcasing Lasting Impressions in the Amesbury Cultural Center! Participate in workshops, enjoy demonstrations, and view the stunning works of Muriel Angelil, Bonnie Brady, Gail Cunningham, Sally Dion, Kate Higley, and Susan Stranc.

Lasting Impressions: A North of Boston Print Collaborative Art Exhibition
When: June 20 - 28, 12-4pm on weekends, or by appointment.
Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard
An official ribbon cutting with Mayor for our new exhibition space, at 1pm.

LINE UP OF EVENTS βœ‚πŸŽ€πŸ’ŒπŸŽ¨πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ¨πŸ–¨

Weekend of June 20 + 21, 12-4pm
β€’ Ribbon cutting on June 20 at 1pm.
β€’ Make Father’s Day cards – for all ages!
β€’ Refreshments

Weekend of June 27 + 28, 12-4pm
β€’ Meet the artists
β€’ Presentations + demos of printmaking techniques

06/02/2026

SEE YA TOMORROW!? πŸ‘€

Markets 101: Panel Discussion and Q+A
June 3 from 6-8PM at the Cultural Center, 37 Millyard

Have you been wanting to dabble in markets and fairs, but you’re not sure where to start? In this panel discussion, we’ll dive into the nitty gritty details of success from finding the right market for you, to marketing strategies and vendor checklists.

Meet the Panel:
Kristen Costa, Market Organizer ()
Amy Vander Els, Jewelry Designer ()
Todd Surrette, Leatherworker
Rachel Wilcox, Oil Painter ()

This Panel Discussion will be moderated by ACC member and local artist, Bailey Campbell ().

This event is FREE to the public, but please register via the link in our bio!

A little birdie told us that a group of bird-enthusiasts were spotted at Woodsom Farm last week 🐀    lead this lucky cre...
06/02/2026

A little birdie told us that a group of bird-enthusiasts were spotted at Woodsom Farm last week 🐀 lead this lucky crew as part of Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds!

This program was funded in part by an ACC grant!

Pond St. Art Studios is at it again!The first Friday of each month  will be opening their doors to the public for a fun ...
05/29/2026

Pond St. Art Studios is at it again!

The first Friday of each month will be opening their doors to the public for a fun hang - come mingle with the artists and check out what's been going on!

Stunning art, live music, light bites, and libations. πŸ’ƒ

When: June 5 from 5-8 pm
Where: Pond St. Studios, 34 Pond St. Amesbury, MA

Get creative with botanicals! πŸƒJoin Amesbury-artist, Bonnie Brady, for printing workshops at the Cultural Center! 37 Mil...
05/28/2026

Get creative with botanicals! πŸƒ

Join Amesbury-artist, Bonnie Brady, for printing workshops at the Cultural Center!
37 Millyard, Amesbury, MA

The Basics for Beginners | Saturday, June 6 from 2-4:00pm
Stamps & Textures | Saturday, June 23 from 6-8:30pm

Register at www.bonniebradyartist.com/classes-and-events

05/21/2026

Adults, join crafter Rachelle Toth to make your own custom cards using embroidery floss and colorful paper! All materials are provided.

Taking place Tuesday, May 26, from 6 to 7:30 PM on the side lawn. This event is part of our on the Lawn: and Community for Adults summer program series.

In the case of inclement weather, the program will be rescheduled to Tuesday, June 9 at 6 PM

Please note: no pets, only service animals are welcome at our programs.

This program is supported in part by a grant from Amesbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Registration required: https://amesburylibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/art-on-the-lawn-string-art-cards/

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37 Millyard
Amesbury, MA
01913

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