Six artists awarded $5,000 fellowships from Maine Arts Commission

The recipients range from musicians and craft artists to writers and photographers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Maine Arts Commission publishes results of Audience Outlook survey

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.