Maine Arts Commission
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PublishedOctober 24, 2024
Applications open for 2025 Craft Apprentice Program
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PublishedSeptember 29, 2024
At a pivotal time for the Maine Arts Commission, new leader offers promise
The agency's new executive director started her job in August with 30-plus years of experience at the intersection of arts and government.
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PublishedJune 11, 2024
Maine Arts Commission names new executive director
Amy Hausmann, who starts in August, is a veteran arts administrator who currently oversees the Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, New York.
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PublishedSeptember 22, 2023
Executive director of Maine Arts Commission stepping down
David Greenham, the former board chairman, had taken over the role on an interim basis in 2021.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2022
Six artists awarded $5,000 fellowships from Maine Arts Commission
The recipients range from musicians and craft artists to writers and photographers.
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PublishedApril 8, 2022
Ukrainian egg decorator brings ancient Easter tradition back to Bates College
Artist Lesia Sochor of Belfast, whose parents were born in Ukraine, says the eggs are a symbol of good health and abundance and are a revered part of the Ukrainian culture.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2021
Maine agency starts community conversations on arts and culture
The Maine Arts Commission is hosting community conversations to understand what resources towns across the state need to thrive culturally.
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2021
Maine Arts Commission says hiring head of its board, though unusual, is the right move at a crucial time
David Greenham will step down from the board to begin a two-year term as the interim executive director.
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PublishedNovember 27, 2020
For outgoing director, Maine Arts Commission fellowships reflect breadth of the best
Julie Richard, who is leaving to become director of an arts center in Arizona, announces grants to 7 artists across a range of fields and disciplines.
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PublishedJune 16, 2020
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.