Cape Ann Plein Air celebrates 10 extraordinary years! To commemorate our tenth year we have invited 36 award-winning artists to paint all week in five stunning Massachusetts communities—Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, Ipswich, & Manchester-by-the-Sea. Be part of this milestone moment for the Northeast’s leading plein air event. Celebrate art with us. Visit capeannpleinair.org to explore our […]
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Cape Ann Plein Air, October 3–11, 2026, a beloved annual festival welcoming artists to paint Gloucester and Cape Ann en plein air. Enjoy live painting, special exhibitions, artist demos, and opportunities to meet and collect work from participating painters. A must-see week for art lovers and visitors alike!
From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, En Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! […]
Embrace the transformative energy of Autumn to pursue your artistic vision. Explore the art of painting color and light with water-based oils in a small group setting. Learn to see and use color relationships to interpret the effects of light.
From John Hays Hammond Jr.’s attempts to communicate with supernatural entities using a Faraday Cage to Irene Fenton Hammond’s extensive astrological writings under a mysterious pen name, this 55-minute, fully-guided specialty tour sets the stage for a fun and informative seasonal experience unlike any other. The dramatic, Gothic-inspired architecture of the Museum and the twilight […]
Drifting in space for 57 years after killing the alien that slaughtered the rest of her crew, Lt. Ripley, last survivor of the spaceship Nostromo, is discovered in cryostasis by a deep-space salvaging team and debriefed by her company for an explanation of her doomed mission. She learns that the company has set up a […]
Spooky Version! Ever dreamed of fronting a real rock band? Now is your chance! Step off the sidelines and into the spotlight at Off Cabot for an unforgettable night of Live Band Karaoke. Backed by a sensational live band playing your favorite rock, pop, and classic hits, you will take center stage as the lead […]
Four bands, one night. Indie Punk, 2 Tone Ska, Mysterious Surf Rock
