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]

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Upcoming Events

‘Inspired by Luminists’ Exhibition at Washington Street Gallery

Sunday, September 24 @ 10:00 am

The Eastport Arts Center’s Washington Street Gallery will present an open show of community works, ‘Inspired by Luminists’, from September 6-27. An opening reception will be offered on Saturday, September 9, 2-4 pm. THE GALLERY IS OPEN during EAC events or by chance or appointment; inquiries about the show … [Read More]

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Artful Conversations, a Weekly Zoom Group

Tuesday, September 26 @ 2:00 pm

A new weekly Zoom meeting will be 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 … [Read More]

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KinderArts Music & Movement—Calais and Eastport Sessions Weekly

Thursday, September 28 @ 10:00 am

Eastport Arts Center’s KinderArts program meets weekly in two communities: Thursdays, 10-10:45 am at Sunrise Opportunities (the former Calais Congregational church), 21 Calais Avenue; and Fridays, 10-10:45 am at Eastport Arts Center. The free sessions, led by popular instructor Caroline Coleman, will feature music, movement and yoga, and are … [Read More]

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Modern and Traditional World Dance

Thursday, September 28 @ 4:00 pm

Eastport Arts Center’s Modern and Traditional World Dance group meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, 4-5 pm. Attendees will learn modern and classic international dances from around the globe, including Pata Pata and Jerusalem, along with line dances. Providing both a great form of exercise … [Read More]

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Gentle Flow Yoga with Katie Melancon

Saturday, September 30 @ 8:30 am

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]

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Exhibition Opening Reception for Enchanted Journey: Photographs by Bryson Morris

Sunday, October 1 @ 3:00 pm

Eastport Arts Center’s Washington Street Gallery is pleased to present “Enchanted Journey,” an exhibition of works by emerging nature photographer Bryson Morris, for the month of October. An opening reception with the artist will be held on Sunday, October 1, from 3-5 pm.  Bryson Morris is a 17-year-old from … [Read More]

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Homeschool Co-op

Friday, October 6 @ 1:00 pm

Eastport Arts Center has launched a Homeschool Co-op, for K-12 level students and their families. The group will meet on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 1-3 pm.Those who would like more information about the group are invited to email EAC Education and Outreach Coordinator, Nicole … [Read More]

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Open Mic Night sponsored by Mike MacPhee, Due East Realty

Friday, October 6 @ 6:00 pm

Eastport Arts Center Open Mics will continue monthly, with events offered next on Fridays, October 6 and November 10, from 6-8 pm. EAC Open Mics are a lively mix of 10-minute music and spoken word acts, with always some surprises. An array of snacks and hot beverages are provided … [Read More]

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EAC News & Recent Activities

Help Wanted at EAC: Part-Time Facilities Assistant

The Eastport Arts Center seeks a part-time facilities assistant. This is a part-time,year-round position that can include working nights and weekends and includesbeing on-call for any snow removal (shoveling steps and walkways). Duties includeperforming basic maintenance tasks and event setup/breakdown. Hours vary by season but can average between 12–20 … [Read More]

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Songwriter Patrick Mawn to Perform September 22; Video Sneak Peeks are Here!

Eastport Arts Center will present Charlotte-based singer/songwriter and guitarist Patrick Mawn for an evening of music on Friday, September 22 at 7 pm. (PLEASE TAKE NOTE: EAC’s elevator is temporarily out of service, and will not be usable for this event). Mawn’s eclectic repertoire includes original works and unique … [Read More]

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Eastport Gallery: ‘Still Here … Despite Lee, All That Wind and Weather!’

If you would like to really be blown away check out Eastport Gallery’s latest show: Anything Goes. The Gallery’s member-artists decided to just have some fun and create artwork a little bit outside of their comfort zones. 2-D artists stretched their imaginations into the third dimension and artists who typically work in two-dimensions … [Read More]

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Salmon Fest Open Mic a Mix of Flavors; Video is Here!

Emcee John Hylas Smith supported performers at a special Eastport Salmon & Seafood Festival Open Mic Night, September 2, sponsored by R. H. Foster. Taking the mic were Sam LaRusse, Catherine J.S. Lee, Isaac Angel and Paula Horvath; Smith added his songs to the mix and provided a videorecording … [Read More]

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EAC’s K-12 Homeschool Co-op to Meet Twice Monthly

Eastport Arts Center has launched a Homeschool Co-op, for K-12 level students and their families. The group will meet on the first and third Fridays of each month, from 1-3 pm.Those who would like more information about the group are invited to email EAC Education and Outreach Coordinator, Nicole … [Read More]

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Gentle Flow Yoga Classes Continue

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 … [Read More]

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Washington Street Gallery to Feature Teen Photographer, Bryson Morris

Eastport Arts Center’s Washington Street Gallery is pleased to present “Enchanted Journey,” an exhibition of works by emerging nature photographer Bryson Morris, for the month of October. An opening reception with the artist will be held on Sunday, October 1, from 3-5 pm.  Bryson Morris is a 17-year-old from … [Read More]

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Open Mic Nights Continue in October and November

Eastport Arts Center Open Mics will continue monthly, with events offered next on Fridays, October 6 and November 10, from 6-8 pm. EAC Open Mics are a lively mix of 10-minute music and spoken word acts, with always some surprises. An array of snacks and hot beverages are provided … [Read More]

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Support EAC in Style with Logo Totes and Books

EAC is pleased to announce new merchandise we’ve produced as an easy way that you can support your Arts Center. We’ve created three tote bag designs—a large black-and-white tote and smaller black zippered-top tote, each featuring the EAC’s signature flutist (from the sculpture by Marty Howbert that greets visitors … [Read More]

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Eastport Gallery’s ‘Anything Goes’ Exhibition Runs Through September

For years our tagline at Eastport Gallery was Expect the Unexpected and we are working to bring a little of that back. We are starting with our first annual Anything Goes show, where we invite our member-artists to think outside the box, explore new mediums, and just have a little fun. The show opened on September 10 and … [Read More]

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Still Life Artists Share Their Work

Participants in EAC’s summer Open Sessions still life group proudly shared their work for the EAC community.

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Poetry Prizes Presented With Evening of Readings at EAC

On Saturday evening, August 26, Eastport Arts Center’s inaugural Charles Moore Poetry Prize Competition came to a close with a celebration of poets and reception at the Center.Every table was occupied as Greg Biss, president of EAC’s Board, welcomed attendees and introduced the competition’s benefactor, seasonal resident Charles “Chick” … [Read More]

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Eastport Gallery’s ‘Paint ON Eastport’ Day Enjoyed by Droves of Community Artists

This year Eastport Gallery celebrated Paint Eastport Day with a twist. The whole community got involved to Paint ON Eastport.  Eastport Gallery created an extra-large canvas with a map of Eastport on it. Kids, families and art aficionados added their bit of flair throughout the day. Together, we created a community … [Read More]

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‘Luminists’ Exhibition On View through September 28; Installation Sneak Peek is Here!

Longtime members of Eastport Arts Center’s Curatorial Committee, Jim Riccio and Mona Ingrid Love, both artists in their own right, volunteered their time to install a new exhibition of community members’ works this week. The show, ‘Inspired by Luminists’, is on view in EAC’s first floor Washington Street Gallery, … [Read More]

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EAC Films Shines a Spotlight on Modern-Day Cheyenne Experience, Sunday September 17

EAC Films will present Powwow Highway (1989, R), directed by Jonathan Wacks, on Sunday, September 17 at 7 pm. Distributor Janus Films synopsizes as follows: “Buddy Red Bow is struggling to keep his nation on a Montana Cheyenne Reservation financially solvent and independent. Philbert, a simple-minded friend of Buddy’s, … [Read More]

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