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Spring Arts | Paint & Sip Workshop

SouthCoast Spring Arts

May 15, 2021
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Want to paint your own beautiful sunset? Learn the basics of painting with acrylics and taste some great wines for spring and summer in this fun “paint and sip” workshop with artist Barbara Healy.

Spring Arts | Postcards from Buzzards Bay Concert

SouthCoast Spring Arts

May 16, 2021
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Enjoy a virtual concert by the Tri-County Symphonic Band while viewing vintage postcards and original artwork representing the Buzzards Bay region.

MAC Theater Presents Native Gardens

June 11, 2021
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
June 12, 2021
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
June 13, 2021
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
June 18, 2021
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
June 19, 2021
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
June 20, 2021
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Joi the MAC for an outdoor Theater Experience!

Art in Bloom

June 24, 2021 - June 26, 2021
6:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Join the MAC for three days of events with artistic arrangements and floral fun!

Arts in the Park

July 10, 2021
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The MAC’s annual curated open air artisan market. State guidelines for social distancing and safety will be observed.

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Welcome to the MAC!

The Marion Art Center (the MAC) is a dynamic non-profit organization offering a broad range of cultural experiences both in our historic building and across our community. The mission of the Marion Art Center is to enrich the SouthCoast community by supporting and promoting a vibrant arts experience for all.

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Apr 16

Join us for Jazz by the Harbor with the MonteiroBots! Saturday, 5/8, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Robert O. Broomhead bandstand at Island Wharf, Marion, MA. A fantastic outdoor concert with local musician and up-and-coming international jazz artist Marcus Monteiro and his band. No need to pack your dinner – – the Oxcart from the Oxford Creamery will be there serving a delicious menu. Register at https://www.marionartcenter.org/events/scsa-jazz-harbor/ A SouthCoast Spring Arts @ the MAC event.
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Apr 8

SouthCoast Spring Arts @ the MAC! Eight exciting events now open for registration – art workshops and tours, music, theater and more. Check them out here: https://www.marionartcenter.org/scspringarts/ #theMAC #marionartcenter #southcoastspringarts #ignitesouthcoastarts

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Mar 31

The MAC's Online Art Auction
Save the Date: July 28 - July 31, 2021

We're collecting art donations in preparation for this premier fundraising event. Do you have a piece of art or special item you no longer use or have room for? We're accepting the following: paintings, prints, art objects, unique or handmade items, ceramic, glass, wood, jewelry, antiques, and more.

If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please contact the MAC at 508-748-1266, or email info@marionartcenter.org with "Art Auction" in the subject line. We'll even arrange no-contact drop off, or we can pick up your donations! Please note we are only accepting items in good condition.

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Mar 24

Watch the #virtualconcert by @sundog.organ.trio! The recorded concert is now available on our website (click the link in our bio to watch now).
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You can view the concert through March 31. Support #MusicattheMAC by donating through the form on our music page. Your gift will be split 50/50 between #theMAC and the band. Don't forget to preorder their newly released EP, available on their website at sundogorgantrio.com.
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Mar 21

Thanks to those of you who *tried* to tune in for the concert with @sundog.organ.trio! ORCTV recorded the program, so we'll provide the video later this week. 🤷‍♀️ Sometimes these things happen?

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Mar 20

Don't miss our #livestream music event tomorrow with @sundog.organ.trio and @orctv! You can watch through ORCTV's Facebook live channel, or on your TV: Comcast channel 97 or Verizon channel 37. We'll add a link on our website and in our bio here, prior to the start of the concert. Sundog Organ Trio will be celebrating their first EP release tomorrow!
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#MusicattheMAC #marionartcenter #theMAC #sundogorgantrio #supportlocalmusicians
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Mar 19

We're gearing up for our first #livestream concert with @sundog.organ.trio and @orctv this Sunday, March 21 at 4:00pm! Special thanks to ORCTV and @steve4tech.
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View the concert live on Sunday by heading to our website. The link to the livestream will be available a few minutes prior to the start of the show!
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Mar 17

We got some surprise visitors today 🐾💜 We love our #MACvolunteers, and we love dogs too! Nancy Ross and her cute pup Nugget came by in their (sort of) matching outfits to check out the student show. Don't miss your chance to see some great work by talented local young artists. #theMAC #marionartcenter #DogsoftheMAC

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Mar 12

The #marionartcenter is pleased to present the High School #StudentArtShow. Our galleries feature works by young artists from Old Colony, Old Rochester Regional High, ORR Junior High, New Bedford High, and Tabor Academy. We also have an online gallery featuring works submitted to the Black History Month Creative Expression Contest hosted by @tritownagainstracism. Join us tonight for a VIRTUAL reception from 5-6pm. Details on our website!
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Mar 9

Coming soon: SouthCoast Spring Arts at the MAC! Stay tuned...
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Feb 20

We're feeling hopeful for spring when we see this scene by @barbarahealypainter, even with all the snow outside. Come see our beautiful Winter Members' Show before it ends on Feb. 25. We're open til 2pm today!
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Feb 19

The snow keeps falling ❄️
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#theMAC galleries will be closed today, but we look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning starting at 10am. Visit us online to preview the show!
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Feb 17

Registration is now open to MAC members for ArtStart 2021! We're excited to welcome Benares Angeley of @childrensartlab as our camp director this year 🎉🎨🎶🎭
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Online registration, and registration for nonmembers, will be available starting Friday, February 26. Visit us online for more info.
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Feb 10

Next up in our galleries: High School Student Art Show! Any high school student from the SouthCoast region may submit. Applications are due Feb. 25. As part of our #youngartistprogram, #theMAC will award scholarship and purchase prizes.
Visit us online to find out more. Link in bio!
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Jan 27

Don't miss your chance to see the Winter Members' Show at #theMAC! While you're here, check out our new MAC retail shop, featuring handmade textiles and ceramics. #marionartcenter #shopsmall #shoplocal

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Jan 22

In case you were wondering what our mascots are up to lately - they're gearing up for our #virtualreception of course! Join us for a ZOOM reception on Friday, Jan. 29 from 5-6pm. Head to our website for more info! (Link in bio)
Oh, and you can go visit #ObadiahandJezebel while shopping local at the Marion General Store. Thanks to @marion_generalstore for providing us with a space to share artwork and all the upcoming events at #theMAC. We #loveourmarion #marionartcenter

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Jan 16

Don't miss the #WinterMembersShow at #theMAC! The show runs through Feb 25.
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We'll be hosting a VIRTUAL reception on Friday, Jan. 29 from 5:00-6:00pm. Email info@marionartcenter.org with "virtual reception" in the subject line to receive a Zoom link prior to the event.
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Gallery hours: Thurs-Sat 10am-2pm, Tue-Wed by appointment. Closed Sun-Mon. Find our more online at marionartcenter.org #marionartcenter

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Jan 5

We're back! Happy New Year from #theMAC!
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Any current #MACmember may enter up to two pieces for our first show of the season. You can still participate! Drop off dates are this week - Friday, Jan. 8 and Saturday, Jan. 9. Contact the MAC to schedule an appointment time. Not yet a member? It's easy to join through our website (link in bio).
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The show runs January 15 through February 25. We'll also be scheduling a virtual reception, and our ED will take you on a tour through the galleries!
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Dec 17

Stay safe! Hope to see you tomorrow at #theMAC! #marionartcenter

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Dec 16

Check out our #HolidayHappenings at #theMAC! We've got four FREE programs for all ages. Children and families will enjoy "Winter Wonders" performed by Jackson Gillman and recorded by @orctv, a DIY snow globe tutorial with Benares Angeley of @childrensartlab, storytelling with John Heavey ("How the Grinch Stole Christmas"), and Phil and Karen Sanborn perform "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch". Link to our page in bio. Happy Holidays from the #marionartcenter!

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Spring Arts preview: Wet felt workshop

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MARION — A little bit of felt can go a long way. Anna Kristina Goransson, a Swedish-born felt artist, will be hosting a workshop on May 8 as part of the Marion Arts Center’s 10-day South Coast Spring Arts festival. At the three-hour workshop,...

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Join us for Jazz by the Harbor with the MonteiroBots!
Saturday, 5/8, 7:00–8:30PM at Robert O. Broomhead Bandstand at Island Wharf, Marion, MA
A fantastic outdoor concert with local musician and up and coming international jazz artist Marcus Monteiro and his band. No need to pack your dinner--the Oxcart from the Oxford Creamery will be there serving a delicious menu. Register at www.marionartcenter.org/events/scsa-jazz-harbor/
A SouthCoast Spring Arts @ the MAC event. ... See MoreSee Less

Join us for Jazz by the Harbor with the MonteiroBots!
Saturday, 5/8, 7:00–8:30PM at Robert O. Broomhead Bandstand at Island Wharf, Marion, MA
A fantastic outdoor concert with local musician and up and coming international jazz artist Marcus Monteiro and his band. No need to pack your dinner--the Oxcart from the Oxford Creamery will be there serving a delicious menu. Register at https://www.marionartcenter.org/events/scsa-jazz-harbor/
A SouthCoast Spring Arts @ the MAC event.

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Gallery — Cuttyhunk Small Works Show

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Gallery Cuttyhunk | Interiors | Figures | Landscapes | Cuttyhunk Interiors Figures Landscapes Family Medicine, Allison Hill-Edgar 300.00 Sold Flower Talk, Jingyi Wang 400.00 Yellow Sunset, Sally Maca 400.00 Winter Trees II, Felice P Panagrosso 600.00 Lido di Venezia Blue Moon, Teresa Dunn 200.00 Cut...

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"Marion is on FIRE! So exciting and creative - a true ArtWeek inspiration on all fronts from programming [to] community engagement!"

Sue Dahling Sullivan, Chief Strategic Officer & ArtWeek Lead Champion, Boch Center

"Great variety of programming, excellent artist shows, picturesque location … the MAC!"

New Member of the MAC Family

"Small but Mighty"

Marilou Newell of The Wanderer