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The Eastport Arts Center (EAC) nurtures and promotes six year-round constituent groups engaged in theater, art, music, film, education and community outreach. The EAC is available for rental and serves as our region’s premiere venue for an array of special events and visiting artists and performers. Our mission: “To stimulate and nurture an appreciation of the visual, literary, and performing arts and the creative process, and to provide a home and an environment within the community where they can prosper.”
Please Note: EAC abides by State of Maine CDC COVID guidelines, revisiting our policy monthly. At this time, the use of masks in our building is optional. As well as gatherings at the Center, we continue to offer online opportunities for connection and expression. Check out upcoming and past projects here, and sign up to receive a digest of this site in our weekly email newsletter. Learn more about the EAC here.
Do you like what we’re doing? We depend on contributions from our community and patrons to help keep the Arts Center open. Please consider showing your support by donating, or get involved by volunteering.
EAC Video & Podcasts
EAC Media is here for you! Follow links to our video and audio offerings, or enjoy stills below! TOP THREE (our current most-viewed titles):Jim Kovaleski reads Robert Frost’s “Mowing”A Studio Visit with Gail McGlamery, Free Range Fiber Studio, Eastport, MaineGreg Biss plays Etude #3 by Philip Glass ART & … [Read More]
Upcoming Events
Artful Conversations, a Weekly Zoom Group
A weekly Zoom meeting is offered for attendees to chat about art and artists; books and movies about art; art thieves and forgers; plus famous and infamous art happenings past and present. This is a free event. The group’s facilitator is Eastport Gallery member Jennifer Maffett; the group is … [Read More]
Harald Saeverud Music Program Fall Chamber Concert Series
In the tradition of the Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra, the Harald Saeverud MusicProgram (HSMP) presents the 2023 Fall Chamber Concert Series. The program features Trond Saeverud, violin, and Gregory Biss, piano, playing works by Poulenc, Janáček, Mozart, and Brahms. The concerts are Friday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m., at … [Read More]
Gentle Flow Yoga with Katie Melancon
Katie Melancon’s Gentle Flow Yoga is offered Saturdays, 8:30-9:30 am, both at Eastport Arts Center, and online.This class is accessible to all students. As the session moves through a slow flow of postures, students’ bodies have time to warm up, aiming for proper alignment and giving plenty of room to … [Read More]
14th Annual Festival of Trees
EAC’s 14th annual Festival of Trees is planned for Saturday, December 9, 5-6 pm. A wonderland of tabletop trees lovingly decorated by EAC community members, the event is a key fundraiser for EAC’s year-round programs for all ages, and also a beloved social event where friends vie for favorite … [Read More]
World & Contemporary Dance
EAC’s World and Contemporary Dance Group will resume meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 4-5 pm, on December 14. The group enjoys learning modern and classic international dances from around the globe, including Pata Pata and Jerusalem, along with line dances. Providing both a great … [Read More]
Homeschool Co-op
Eastport Arts Center’s Homeschool Co-op meets on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 1-3 pm. The group is a place for K-12 students and their families to engage in structured activities, have a safe space to explore educational goals, and meet peers for social interaction.Those who … [Read More]
Quoddy Voices: Requests & Favorites
Quoddy Voices, the international community chorus based at EAC, is at work preparing a winter concert program titled “Requests and Favorites.” The group of nearly 40 singers, with accompanist Jane Lanctot, will perform at the Arts Center on Friday, December 15 at 7 pm, and Sunday, December 17 at … [Read More]
EAC Films presents ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’
EAC Films, offered in Eastport Arts Center’s upstairs theater on a full-size cinematic screen, will present Dreamworks’ family hit Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022, PG) at 2 pm and 6 pm, Saturday, December 23. Distributor Swank Films summarizes as follows: “Puss in Boots discovers that his passion … [Read More]
EAC News & Recent Activities
Chorus’ Concerts—December 15 & 17— Boast Diverse Repertoire
Quoddy Voices, an international community chorus, will present their “Requests and Favorites” concerts on Friday, December 15 at 7 pm, and Sunday, December 17 at 3 pm, at Eastport Arts Center. The group is directed by Gene Nichols, with accompanist Jane Lanctot. Nichols notes: “Our show will be an eclectic … [Read More]
Decorators Reveal Their Festival of Trees Plans: Edible Art, Gnomes, Pokemon & More!
EAC’s 14th Annual Festival of Trees will feature tabletop trees ingeniously decorated by community members and local businesses, available to the highest (silent) bidder at the event, 5-6 pm, Saturday, December 9. This year’s trees—lush and fragrant fresh-cut balsams—were donated by Kendall Farm Cottages and Event Barn in Perry. … [Read More]
Homemade Gift Wrap & White Elephant Swap Planned for December 15 Homeschool Co-op
A holiday party and “white elephant” gift exchange is planned for the December 15 meeting of EAC’s Homeschool Co-op. As with the group’s November Snacksgiving event, families are encouraged to bring a snack to share. The project will be custom gift wrap. “Each student will get a roll of … [Read More]
Festival of Trees Announces This Year’s Decorators—26 of Them!
EAC’s 14th annual Festival of Trees is planned for Saturday, December 9, 5-6 pm. A wonderland of tabletop trees lovingly decorated by EAC community members, the event is a key fundraiser for EAC’s year-round programs for all ages, and also a beloved social event where friends vie for favorite … [Read More]
Harald Saeverud Music Program to Present Chamber Concerts
In the tradition of the Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra, the Harald Saeverud MusicProgram (HSMP) presents the 2023 Fall Chamber Concert Series. The program features Trond Saeverud, violin, and Gregory Biss, piano, playing works by Poulenc, Janáček, Mozart, and Brahms. The concerts are Friday, December 8 at 7:00 p.m., at … [Read More]
Stage East to Sing in the New Year; Tickets Available Now
Join Stage East to celebrate New Year’s Eve weekend in Eastport with a salute to Music and the Movies. This large cast ensemble musical revue will bring back memories of your favorite musical moments from popular movies. Performances take place at the Eastport Arts Center on Friday, December 29th … [Read More]
Eastport Gallery Gets Wrapped Up in Holiday Spirit
Eastport Gallery’s member-artists will be hosting a table at the EAC Holiday Market on December 2 from 10-4 pm. On hand will be a selection of cards and unique artwork and jewelry. Then put a twinkle in your eye when you check out the Gallery’s tree at the Festival of Trees on December 9. … [Read More]
Dreamworks’ Family Hit Next for EAC Films; Upcoming Schedule is Here!
EAC Films, offered in Eastport Arts Center’s upstairs theater on a full-size cinematic screen, will present diverse popular films in the months to come. The following screenings have been booked, and more will be added: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022, PG), on Saturday, December 23; Oppenheimer (2023, R), on Saturday, January … [Read More]
World & Contemporary Dance Group to Resume
EAC’s World and Contemporary Dance Group will resume meetings on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 4-5 pm, on December 14. The group enjoys learning modern and classic international dances from around the globe, including Pata Pata and Jerusalem, along with line dances. Providing both a great … [Read More]
Sunday Afternoons at the Arts Center Announces 2024 Lineup
The Sunday Afternoons at the Arts Center series, a winter offering of informal and interactive programs every Sunday at 3 pm at Eastport Arts Center, has announced a slate of diverse presentations to begin in January 2024. Events are as follows: January 7: Danny Holt, Nine Piano Sonatinas from … [Read More]
Quoddy Voices to Present ‘Requests and Favorites’
Quoddy Voices, the international community chorus based at EAC, is at work preparing a winter concert program titled “Requests and Favorites.” The group of nearly 40 singers, with accompanist Jane Lanctot, will perform at the Arts Center on Friday, December 15 at 7 pm, and Sunday, December 17 at … [Read More]
Festival of Trees Fundraiser & Community Social Adds Holiday Music by Lubec Pianist
EAC’s 9th Annual Festival of Trees, to be held from 5-6 pm, Saturday, December 9, will be boosted this year by seasonal music on the piano from Chris John Farr. The event features a twinkling wonderland of tabletop-size trees lovingly and ingeniously decorated by members of the EAC community, … [Read More]
Eastport Gallery Gives Thanks
Eastport Gallery and its member artists would like to give a heartfelt thanks to the community for all its support over the past year. We appreciate you coming into our Water Street Gallery and browsing in our virtual gallery to find all the local and lovely unique work as … [Read More]
Local Treasures to Reward Shoppers at Annual Holiday Market, December 2
Eastport Arts Center will host its 11th Annual Holiday Market on Saturday, December 2, from 10 am to 4 pm. Shoppers will enjoy the wide range of goods at the festive event, including prints, ceramics, small paintings, chocolates, nuts, knit and crocheted wearables, cards, earrings, ornaments, and original artwork. … [Read More]
Eastport Gallery’s Holiday Show and Sale is Now Open
Showcased in the Virtual Gallery will be small and easy-to ship pieces along with many other works by your favorite artists. You’ll find lots of artwork perfect for gift-giving and holiday celebrations and many have local or sea-focused themes. Treat yourself or friends and family to these unique treasures. … [Read More]
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The work of Eastport Arts Center is funded in part by a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts.