Portland Ovations grant to fund series featuring performing artists of color

The arts presenter is partnering with the Indigo Arts Alliance and the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center.

Mills declares Ashley Bryan Day in Maine to honor artist as he turns 97

Bryan has written or illustrated more than 50 books, including 'Beautiful Blackbird' and 'Freedom Over Me,' about the African American experience.

Chocolate Church Arts Center announces more small outdoor summer concerts

Young filmmakers in Portland turn friendship into activism

Three recent high school graduates took on their first documentary project, capturing the recent Black Lives Matter demonstrations in Portland.

Area writers receive the Maine Literary Award

National endowment allots nearly $1 million to Maine arts groups

Maine arts organizations hindered by the COVID-19 pandemic rely on federal funding for continued financial support.

Creative Portland shares relief options for the arts community during COVID-19 pandemic

MECA, Indigo Arts form mentorship program for artists of color

A new $75,000 challenge grant will support paid internships, among other efforts.

Maine International Film Festival to kick off Friday in Waterville

The 22nd annual festival, which takes place July 12-21 at Railroad Square Cinema and the Waterville Opera House, will include films, workshops, receptions and parties for film enthusiasts to interact with writers, directors, producers and actors.

UMaine faculty art exhibition opens Feb. 15

“Featured Faculty / 2019,” which runs through March 8, will showcase work by Connie Albertson, Giles Timms, Andy Mauery, Wayne Hall, Susan Camp, Robert Pollien, Samantha Jones, Kris Engman and Matt Smolinsky.