Merrymeeting Arts Center

06/07/2026

If you missed the opening night of Steve Hill's "Nature's Mirror" photography exhibit, you're in luck because our resident art reviewer Doug Chess stopped by and took in the view:

"The outdoor photographs of Steve Hill are a masterful communion with nature. They portray many aspects of nature from floating ducks to the waterfalls of upper New York State. Hill is a proud Luddite eschewing the digital world to concentrate on a traditional approach.

One piece which caught my eye was of a bridge over a stream. Compositionally a large circle which dominates is created by the arch of the bridge and the shadow which mirrors the bridge. Hill confided in me that he takes his photos from a kayak. If you are a lover of all things outdoors than this exhibition is right up your alley."

06/04/2026

The first session of our Kids Photography Mini Camp is coming up in a few short weeks!

In this class for ages 8-15, your child will learn about the artistic side of photography using good composition techniques, available light, and much more. The program will include instruction and hands-on practice with a variety of challenging subjects and in-class assignments. Your child will learn to see the world through their own unique lens.

Digital cameras are recommended, but any type of camera will work—including cell phones. An exhibition of the students’ work will be held in the Merrymeeting Arts Center Gallery on Sept 25th.

For more information, click on the link below:
https://www.merrymeetingartscenter.org/store/p30/Kid%E2%80%99s_Summer_Photography_Camp%3A_Session_Two_July_28th_and_30th.html #/

05/31/2026

Wowee zowee have we got a busy week ahead! Open pottery studio sessions, Steve Hill's opening night for his "Nature's Mirror" show, and our Paint Day Fundraiser to help us bring art to everyone!

05/24/2026

Our newsletter is out! Class signups, our next art exhibition, and a very special fundraiser that helps us bring the arts to anyone:

Freeform Painting Fundraiser & Photography Classes

05/24/2026

A reminder to our community that our center will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Our open pottery studio sessions will resume on Wednesday.

05/20/2026

The Merrymeeting Arts Center will be closed Monday for Memorial Day. Our open pottery studio sessions will resume on Wednesday.

05/17/2026

Happy World Baking Day! 🍞 Bready or not, here we crumb! 🤦

This week at the MAC, we're keeping the ovens (or kilns) going with our weekly pottery sessions, and you'll be "whisking you were here" because this is the final week to stop by the gallery and soak in the fruits of Molly Hogan's labor with her photography exhibit "Look". Muffin compares to it! 🤣

We know we all knead a break, so the yeast we can do is give everyone a laugh. 😎

05/10/2026

This week at the MAC, we're still soaking in the amazing work of Molly Hogan and keeping those good vibes going with several weekly open pottery studio sessions throughout the week. We're also getting ready for our next show from photographer Steve Hill, coming in June.

Lots to soak in, so we hope you stop by!

05/08/2026

COMING IN JUNE:

6/6-27 Nature’s Mirror, photography by Steve Hill.

“I reflect the beauty that surrounds me, and it’s everywhere.”

Opening reception 6/5, 5:30-7:30. Gallery Hours Saturdays 10am-2pm.

05/03/2026

This week at the MAC, come check out one of our pottery sessions or take a "Look" at Molly Hogan's photography exhibit!