Michalak Fine Art Open to the public throughout the summer fall and holiday season. Come check out the work and process nationally recognized contemporary oil painter Vanessa Michalak. Her studio has been located at 77 Rocky Neck Ave for the past five years. Her work was featured in New American Paintings issue #110. She was […]
Over the course of three days, 9/11-9/13, a variety of talks, walks, and other activities will explore the downtown neighborhood around Gloucester City Hall which has been the cultural, educational, and civic center of the city since the 1800s. Learn about the past and present of the major institutions of the area, including the Library […]
Travel to the moon and back as Spencer revisits his childhood home in Philadelphia following his mother’s passing. With the help of the unfettered Petrushka, along with the haunting memory of his mother, Spencer dives into the mystery of his youth and uncovers the true identity behind his estranged father. Journey through time and space […]
Join the Bayliss Society at the Cape Ann Museum on September 13 for the closing program of this year’s Jonathan Bayliss Society annual conference, “Gloucester’s Acropolis: Defining the City Then and Now.” This final session features a series of short talks exploring the role and influence of Cape Ann Museum in the community life of […]
Since its first iteration in 2013, the Gloucester Writers Center’s “Moth”-like storytelling showcase has grown from a cozy evening among friends to one of the city’s most-loved events, featuring storytellers from Gloucester and beyond telling their true stories live on stage without notes. Coming up on September 15: Eight talented storytellers will reveal their big […]
Artists participating in the 2026 Sawyer Free Library Art Auction are invited to drop off their accepted artwork. Where: Community Room, Sawyer Free Library Artwork Drop-Off: Wednesday, September 16 | 1:00–5:30 PM Please make sure all artwork is ready to hang. Can’t make the scheduled drop-off time? To arrange an alternative day, please contact Christine […]
Visit downtown Gloucester’s farmers market, the Backyard Growcery, brought to life by food equity nonprofit Backyard Growers every Wednesday, 2:30-6:30pm, at Burnham’s Field. The Backyard Growcery brings fresh, local food to our community while supporting small-scale farms and up-and-coming food businesses. It’s more than just a market—it’s a space to connect, learn, and grow together. […]
A Western exhibition at a seaside New England castle? That's exactly what makes this temporary exhibition so special. Join Hammond Castle Museum for an exclusive opening celebration of "Brave-Too-Much": The Legend of John Coffee Hays, an original temporary exhibition presented in partnership with the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum in Waco, Texas. Through […]
Odysseus, king of Ithaca, embarks on a perilous journey to return home after the Trojan War. Crossing the Mediterranean Sea with his fellow soldiers, they soon find themselves battling not only the elements, but an array of deadly obstacles and mythical creatures along the way. Directed by Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight, Inception, Oppenheimer). Starring […]
Travel to the moon and back as Spencer revisits his childhood home in Philadelphia following his mother’s passing. With the help of the unfettered Petrushka, along with the haunting memory of his mother, Spencer dives into the mystery of his youth and uncovers the true identity behind his estranged father. Journey through time and space […]
Join Us Mid-Day for Artful Conversations Take a midday pause and experience one work of art in depth. Artful Conversations are informal, docent-led gallery experiences that invite visitors to slow down, look closely, and engage in thoughtful conversation. Each session features a work of art or object that is new to view—whether a recent acquisition […]
Explore the art of painting color and light with water-based oils in a small group setting. Environmentally friendly and a bit faster drying, water-based oils offer the experience of traditional oil paints without the necessity of solvents. Learn to see and use color relationships to interpret the effects of light. Join us on Thursday afternoons […]
