ArtsWorcester

ArtsWorcester When exhibitions are on view, our galleries are open 12-5 pm. Free and open to all.
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At ArtsWorcester, we believe that contemporary art—the art made here and now, of all kinds and traditions– is fundamental to a vibrant, educated, and diverse city. Art shapes and enriches individual lives, while contributing substantively to social, economic, and civic development. With the arts now a key part of our city’s vision of its future, ArtsWorcester’s mission—engaging artists and the public to advance and celebrate contemporary art–becomes more crucial.

Our deepest congratulations to the ArtsWorcester artist members -- and all artists! -- selected for the Fitchburg Art Mu...
06/18/2026

Our deepest congratulations to the ArtsWorcester artist members -- and all artists! -- selected for the Fitchburg Art Museum's 90th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft. This exhibition is one of the longest-running juried exhibitions in New England, and connects creators, enthusiasts, and patrons with some of the best art across the region.

The exhibition will be on view at FAM June 20 - September 13; join our friends at FAM for their summer party and opening celebration on Friday, June 26 from 6pm - 8pm. Concurrently on view will be James Dye: The Void, the Wheel, and the Monster, and FAM and ArtsWorcester's Call and Response collaboration 'Kindred'!

ArtsWorcester is now hiring a temporary Program Assistant to assist with the Future Arts Workers (FAW) program and galle...
06/17/2026

ArtsWorcester is now hiring a temporary Program Assistant to assist with the Future Arts Workers (FAW) program and gallery operations as needed. This role serves as the right-hand to the Kirby Education and Outreach Manager and is ideal for a responsible, detail-oriented college student or young professional interested in gaining arts education, gallery, or museum experience.

🌟 Requires in-person presence at ArtsWorcester every Wednesday from roughly 3-8pm during August 2026 - June 2027
🌟Occasional weekend and evening work may be required based on program needs

Don't forget to share this opportunity with someone you think is a good fit!
Ready to learn more about the role and apply? Click here: https://loom.ly/eUtA2f4

📸 Photo courtesy of Nathan Fiske Photography

ArtsWorcester will be closed for gallery hours this Friday 6/19 as we observe Juneteenth, and will resume Saturday for '...
06/17/2026

ArtsWorcester will be closed for gallery hours this Friday 6/19 as we observe Juneteenth, and will resume Saturday for 'Change': A Juried Exhibition produced by the Future Arts Workers, 'Still': A Juried Exhibition, Bridey McGlynn: 'Expanded Bodies,' and Caitlyn Marsh: 'Lithological.'

In our Future Art Workers (FAW) program this year, high schoolers from across Worcester Public Schools designed and prod...
06/15/2026

In our Future Art Workers (FAW) program this year, high schoolers from across Worcester Public Schools designed and produced the full-scale ArtsWorcester exhibition 'Change: A Juried Exhibition,' selecting just 38 artworks from 130 submissions to be featured. The resulting showcase highlights changes in people, places, and society that resonated with the group.

The students were responsible for every aspect of the exhibition, including installing the work and picking prize selections. Through this experience, they learned to express and justify their opinions, cooperate with others, and more wholly understand the behind-the-scenes work that make a gallery exhibition possible.

ICYMI, check out this article from the Worcester Guardian detailing their experience: https://theworcesterguardian.org/f/worcester-students-take-the-lead-at-artsworcester-exhibition/

'Change' will be on view for just one more week, through June 21, during gallery hours: Wednesday through Sunday, each day from 12pm - 5pm. Always free, and open to all.

Did you catch exhibiting artist Caitlyn Marsh on WCCA TV 194 "The People's Channel"'s 'What It's Worth'? In case you mis...
06/14/2026

Did you catch exhibiting artist Caitlyn Marsh on WCCA TV 194 "The People's Channel"'s 'What It's Worth'? In case you missed it, host Tommy Colletta and Caitlyn discuss her artistic background and solo exhibition 'Lithological,' now on view at ArtsWorcester through June 21.

Watch the full episode here: https://loom.ly/BMEu_J0

Just a few more days to register your piece for the Fourteenth Annual One! For this summer showcase, bring us the single...
06/14/2026

Just a few more days to register your piece for the Fourteenth Annual One! For this summer showcase, bring us the single piece, of any medium or material, that you want to share most.

To make room for all, there is a strict size limit of 36" in any direction for any artwork that hangs on the wall, including wall-hanging sculptures. Artworks that stand on the floor or pedestal are limited to 90" in height and 36" at their widest point.

🏆 Prizes will be selected by Nikki Silva, Gallery and Exhibitions Coordinator at JMAC

Registration Deadline: June 17, 2026, at 11:59pm
Drop off period: June 23 - June 28, or earlier by appointment
Exhibition run: July 15 - August 23

To see the full range of registration requirements, and to register your work, click here: https://loom.ly/Iq2Can8

🐷 Chris Tieri, 'Piglets on Parade,' acrylic and bling

The Future Arts Workers described Amber Vallaincourt’s painting 'American Hate' as “strong, visceral imagery” of the cur...
06/12/2026

The Future Arts Workers described Amber Vallaincourt’s painting 'American Hate' as “strong, visceral imagery” of the current cruel deportation of immigrants. “News we often only hear about nationally hit very close to home as Worcester’s Eureka Street experienced ICE raids just last year,” reflected the FAW. The message resonated with the students, who selected the piece as one of three prize winners in the exhibition.

The FAW, a group of thirteen arts administration apprentices at ArtsWorcester, selected the theme for this exhibition, wrote the call, produced the show, juried the submissions and installed the artwork. See the exhibition in its entirety in the third floor Davis Art Gallery at ArtsWorcester. 'Change' remains on view through June 21 during gallery hours: WED - SUN, each day from 12pm - 5pm. Always free, and open to all.

// Amber Vallaincourt, 'American Hate,' acrylic paint and colored pencils on canvas

The call for Small Works 2026 is now open! For this exhibition, wall-hanging works must not exceed 10" in any direction ...
06/11/2026

The call for Small Works 2026 is now open! For this exhibition, wall-hanging works must not exceed 10" in any direction (including frame), and works on a pedestal may be no larger than 10" in height and 10" at the widest point. All mediums and themes are welcome!

Our annual Small Works show draws many holiday shoppers (small artworks make wonderful and unique gifts!). We ask that any artwork listed for sale has a minimum price of at least $100. There is no requirement that you list your piece for sale.

Registration Deadline: October 21, 11:59 PM
Exhibition run: November 12 - December 13

Learn more here: https://loom.ly/7MD1LIo

// Sandra Eaton, 'Alyssa's Garden,' clay, 9"x7", 2025

This weekend, experience 'Lithological' and 'Expanded Bodies' through the eyes of the artists. A gallery tour led by Bri...
06/10/2026

This weekend, experience 'Lithological' and 'Expanded Bodies' through the eyes of the artists. A gallery tour led by Bridey McGlynn and Caitlyn Marsh will invite guests to learn more about each of their processes and inspirations (with plenty of time for questions!).

Bridey's collection 'Expanded Bodies' is the result of the artist's pursuit over the past three years to develop a deeper understanding of painting and the relationship between herself and her body. She collaborates with her body to create open, abstract imagery that references the contours and marks of her own form.

Caitlyn's collection 'Lithological' is a series of angular, monochromatic sculptures showcase the impressive abilities of clay, as well as the medium’s capacity to represent the natural behaviors of earth and rock from an abstracted human perspective.

Gallery Tour: Saturday, June 13 // 11 AM - 12 PM
ArtsWorcester // 44 Portland Street, Worcester MA
Free and open to all with RSVP // Light refreshments available

Please find the link to RSVP for this gallery tour here: https://loom.ly/0iXrNWs

Both exhibitions on view through June 21 during gallery hours: WED - SUN, 12 PM - 5 PM, free and open to all!

📸 Photo courtesy of Wright Photo Studios

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44 Portland Street
Worcester, MA
01608

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Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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