'Rhythm and Rhyme' is a juried exhibition showcasing work inspired by music or musical lyrics at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck. The structural pattern of music, including melody, harmony, […]
'Play as Practice' is a five-artist exhibition which explores the relationship between formal work and studio play. The show brings together works by Pratt, Marino, Isabel Bacon, Margaret Sweet, and […]
Join us on the water during the Centennial Season of Schooner Adventure! Now celebrating 100 years, Adventure invites you to experience Gloucester Harbor from the deck of a true National […]
Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th […]
When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates […]
Dead to the Core is Sam Bouve (Bass), Sean Galbraith (Guitar), John Spurr (Drums), Phil Todisco (Guitar), and Scotty King (Keys). This collective of North Shore original artists, songwriters, and producers came together in 2020 to honor the timeless catalog of the Grateful Dead with a fresh and innovative approach. Dead to the Core celebrates […]
History will come alive on the shores of Gloucester next summer, as local reenactors commemorate the Battle of Gloucester, an early naval skirmish during the Revolutionary War that led directly to the creation of the U.S. Navy. Over 500 reenactors will clash on both land and sea at Stage Fort Park. For more information, visit battleofgloucester.com.
Commemorating the Battle of Gloucester that took place in 1775 during the Revolutionary War. Join us at Stage Fort Park on June 20-21, 2026! The schedule of events will be the same on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21. However, the site will be open to the public from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Saturday and […]
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! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a sketchbook, pencils, a ruler, and an eraser. Please note: […]
The Marvin Waller Retrospective at the North Shore Arts Association celebrates the life and legacy of Cape Ann fine artist, Marvin Waller (1928–1994). Born in Chicago, and ultimately settling in Rockport, Massachusetts in 1959, Waller produced numerous drawings, woodcuts, and paintings inspired by his life on Cape Ann and informed by his training in drawing […]
Sign up to join one of Rocky Neck Art Colony’s passionate volunteer guides for an insightful historic walking tour of Rocky Neck! Explore the neighborhood’s rich artistic and maritime past as you visit artists' studios, historic fishing shacks, galleries, and more. Discover how today’s vibrant art scene continues to shape this iconic community. Monthly tours […]
'Rhythm and Rhyme' is a juried exhibition showcasing work inspired by music or musical lyrics at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck. The structural pattern of music, including melody, harmony, tempo, and texture, has long been a muse for the visual arts. A song’s lyric quality may also evoke powerful imagery and stir the imagination. […]
