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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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Jul 9

We’re getting everything ready for Friday and the opening of Duets: Two Artists and Our Blue Planet. Here’s a sneak peek:

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Jul 9

We don’t want to tell you what to do...
But, a darn near perfect summer night out is coming up on Friday, July 11th - start with the opening reception for Duets: Two Artists and Our Blue Planet, featuring works by long-time friends Lisa Goren & Heather Stivison.

Look at the cool art and meet the cool artists, maybe have a wee sip of something cold and then head over to the Fireman Performing Arts Center at Tabor.

Why?

The Buzzards Bay Musicfest Swing Band starts at 7:30 pm - conveniently after the MAC reception. The concert features the music of composers Scott Joplin, W. C. Handy, Lil Harden, George Gershwin, Freddie Green, Fats Waller, Charlie Parker, Gerry Mulligan, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson, Paul Desmond and Kenny Garrett. 245 Front St., Marion. The best part – free admission everywhere.

Find out more: marionartcenter.org/on-exhibit
buzzardsbaymusicfest.com

An absolutely excellent night out in Marion!

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Jul 6

Thanks to all who came out to support Arts in the Park - volunteers, vendors, musicians and YOU! It was a perfect day and a lot of fun. See you next year! Photos courtesy of Sippican Week- who also came out and interviewed our fearless Jodi! Link to story in bio

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Jul 4

Happy 4th from the MAC!

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Jun 30

You are always welcome at the MAC, it doesn’t matter what month it is. Invited!

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Jun 28

Our final two performances of The Glass Menagerie, with this incredible cast - Tonight, Saturday at 7:30 pm and tomorrow, Sunday at 2 pm. Our online sales have closed for these performances, but there are tickets at the door for you. See you there!

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Jun 26

In case you missed it, Sippican Week has The Glass Menagerie down as a thing to do this weekend. It’s the final weekend for the show, which has been applauded by our audiences as a wonderful production with a very talented cast.

We are a Card to Culture Organization, which means if you qualify you can receive 4 free tickets for this show. Give us a call if you would like to come along, 508.748.1266.

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Jun 25

Take the 5th, please. Saturday July 5th, we'll once again be hosting Arts in the Park!
The day after the the big celebrations, why not stop by, listen to tunes and eat some BBQ. Fine art and handmade goods from nearly 50 artists - it's never too early to <Christmas shop>.... or treat yourself! See you there..

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Jun 23

We're into the final days for our exhibit: Tidelines and other stories, from artist Peter C. Stone. Important: Our gallery hours change this time of year:

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 1–5 PM
Thursday 1–5 PM
Friday 1–5 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM
Sunday Closed

Peter's exhibit will close on July 5th, on the same day as Arts in the Park, so get in here. (It's cool, you know)

Coming up next: Artists Heather Stivison & Lisa Goren, DUETS: Two Artists on our Blue Planet opens on July 11th.

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Jun 19

Art in Bloom at the MAC!
#artinbloom #marionartcenter #theMACmass

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Jun 19

It's Juneteenth week and we're boosting museums that focus on the African-American experience in the United States:

The Robbins House in Concord, MA:

We have a house full of little known history. By sharing a house and land, several early Concord African American families were able to support themselves and to lead independent lives.

The stories of the occupants of The Robbins House reveal the ways in which the first generations of free Concord African Americans pursued independence and contributed to the antislavery movement and abolitionist causes.

Entry is free and Robbins House is open from April through October.

There is a special Juneteenth program if you are in the area on Thursday.

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Jun 19

It's Juneteenth week and we're boosting under-recognized African-American Museums in Massachusetts: Include one on a day trip with the family and learn something new!

First up: National Black Doll Museum of History & Culture.

"Dolls. They are a child’s first introduction to self-image; their stories are key elements in our personal heritage. Across all cultural backgrounds, everyone has a story that dolls can tell. The history of Black dolls is about more than just objects of play. Black dolls have played a critical role in building a diverse American society and rich African American culture. They help tell the stories of African- American history , of enslaved Africans captured and relocated to a strange land and yet bravely asserting their own cultures—and of everyone who came after. NBDMHC uses our doll collection (7000 dolls and counting!) along with engaging images and artifacts to illustrate and tell those individual stories and the story of a people."

The NBDMHC is located in the Emerald Square Mall in North Attleboro, MA.
Opening hours: are Wednesday, Thursday 1-5 pm; Friday, Saturday 1-7 pm.
Contact the museum: (774) 284-4729

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Jun 17

It's Juneteenth week and we're boosting some local museums that help fill in the blanks of American history through the African-American perspective.

The Museum of African American History does this in its Boston location but also in Nantucket, where you can visit the African Meetinghouse and the Seneca Boston-Florence Higginbotham House.

There is also the The Black Heritage Trail® on Nantucket features ten stops and is divided into two segments, Downtown and New Guinea. New Guinea is the section of Nantucket where African Americans lived in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Follow them at @maahmuseum

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Jun 13

Can you imagine? Not one, but TWO spots have opened up for our Cuttyhunk Plein Air Festival.

When?
Saturday, June 21 Rain Date: Sunday, June 22

What?
The CPAF is limited to 60 artists, and the cost to participate is $95 per person. This fee covers registration, ferry travel with cargo transport via M/V Cuttyhunk Ferry, and a box lunch. The cost to Cuttyhunk residents, or those who do not need a day-of ferry ticket, is $45.

How?
On the day of the festival, artists will travel from State Pier 3 in New Bedford, where registration packets and ferry tickets are distributed (9am departure), to Cuttyhunk (10am arrival).

Fun!
There they will check in and collect their box lunches, and volunteer “island ambassadors” will greet painters and deliver them to various locations across the island. Artists will wrap up around 2:30pm to be ready for pickup (or can walk back), and they may submit paintings for jurying by 2:45pm.

More fun!
Artists will enjoy a brief “_ARTY!” reception after jurors have had a chance to select 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, and purchase prizes. Islanders and visitors may also purchase art directly from the artists. The “_ARTY!” is open to all and free to attend. Finally, artists will depart on the Cuttyhunk Ferry at 4:00pm to return to New Bedford. Call now! 508.748.1266 if you are keen.

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Jun 13

There's no denying that everything is bloomin' beautiful on the SouthCoast at this time of year. To celebrate, the MAC is once again offering our Art in Bloom exhibit.

Reception: Thursday, June 19, 5:00-7:00pm - FREE and Open to the Public
Visit the Marion Art Center for the opening night viewing for Art in Bloom. See creative floral arrangements inspired by works in our show featuring works by Peter C. Stone, on display in the MAC galleries.

All are invited to participate by creating an arrangement! Visit the MAC galleries between May 27-June 18 to view the exhibit. Gallery hours are 10am-2pm Thursday-Saturday, or just call ahead Tuesday-Friday to stop by outside of posted hours. Choose one of the works on display to inspire your artistic floral creation. There will be only one designer or design team per artwork – be sure to check with MAC staff when selecting your inspirational artwork. Designers are encouraged to bring their own unique stand or pedestal of appropriate size and height.

All arrangements should be delivered to the Marion Art Center on Thursday, June 19 between 10:00am-3:00pm. Arrangements should be picked up on Saturday, June 21 between 12:00-2:00pm. Link in bio /events

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Jun 11

MAC Theater Presents "The Glass Menagerie"
By Tennessee Williams and Directed by Donn Tyler

Join us for this production of a true theater classic!

Amanda Wingfield had imagined a better life for herself but she now lives in a drab apartment with son Tom and daughter Laura. The father has left home, Tom supports the family with a job he hates, and Laura lives in a world of her own. When Amanda convinces Tom to bring home a “gentleman caller” for Laura, all of the family’s dreams depend on the outcome of his visit.

Opening Friday, June 13 - and running on Friday, Saturday and Sunday until June 29. Friday and Saturday curtain at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinee at 2 pm.

Cast
Oliver Asker, Tim Moynihan, Cher Sauter, Eva Watts-Pine

Assistant Director/Costume Designer: Bethany Lamoureux
Stage Manager: Michele Letourneau
Technical Director: Steve McManus

Tickets: members: $20 nonmembers: $23
Link in bio for tickets

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Jun 6

It's pretty hard to pick only 8 great things on the SouthCoast at this time of year - so we're extra excited to see our production of The Glass Menagerie included in the South Coast Almanac 8 Great Things list for June. Link in bio to read all the Great Things! The show opens on June 13, with performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday through June 29. Tickets at the events link in bio.
Pictured: Cher Sauter & Tim Moynihan

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Jun 5

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May 30

Tidelines and other stories, by Peter C Stone is now on through July 5.

Join us on June 7 at 11 am for a gallery talk with Peter.

Peter is also exhibiting with the New Bedford Art Museum as part of their Best-of the SouthCoast Gala on June 10

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May 24

@aimeebayles tonight!! #musicatthemac #marionartcenter

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