Past Exhibitions and Events | 2026
Join us for a unique art exhibit…
This summer Memphremagog Arts Collaborative welcomes a major exhibit of large scale oil paintings “Shakespeare and Friends” by local artist Ann Young in the Downstairs Gallery.
The paintings shown in “Shakespeare And Friends” represent one of many types of art work by Ann Young. The works in this group reflect her appreciation of Shakespeare’s use of language and many quotable quotes. “I do these because they are fun, and a welcome respite from the paintings devoted to social commentary that I usually do.”
A long time resident of the NEK, Young is a lifetime artist and has concentrated on painting since 2001. She is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in ceramics, but is self taught in painting. Her earlier work includes ceramic sculpture, large scale wood carving and gallery installations.
The exhibit opens on Friday July 10 in the Downstairs Gallery with a reception starting at 5pm that is free to all. The exhibit will run through the summer months, closing Friday, September 4th. All are welcome …
Artist Demonstrations at the MAC!
As part of Newport’s 2026 Foraging Festival, MAC is excited to offer live artist demonstrations at MAC on Saturday, May 16. Stop by any time from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. to enjoy an up-close look at many of our artists in action and learn how they make their beautiful work. See you then!
Opening Friday, April 10th at the MAC
This traveling exhibit is a collaboration with artists and poets at Vermont correctional facilities and is free and open to the public.
The exhibit features art that has emerged through the State carceral system and includes drawings, mixed media, poetry, and narrative writing, and shows that one can find hope within.
A closing reception will be held on Friday, May 8, starting at 4 PM, and will include presentations by the three co-curators of the exhibit: Heather Newcomb of Vermont Works for Women; Ashley Messier of VT Women’s Justice & Freedom Initiative; and John Vincent of A Revolutionary Press.
Poetry Reading
In honor of April Poetry Month 2026, the Memphremagog Arts Collaborative (MAC), is hosting a “Thoughts from Within” event on April 25th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the MAC Center for the Arts Gallery, located at 158 Main Street. The free event is open to the public and tea and refreshments will be served.
