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Monday, May 16, 2022AAN to Host Annual Summer Small Works Exhibition In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
AAN to Host Annual Summer Small Works Exhibition In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to be hosting a Summer Small Works Exhibition beginning on Friday, May 27 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Doors open at 11 AM. “Each artist may bring in up to six works that must measure 12 by 16 inches or smaller, so the gallery will be resplendent with dazzling works in oils, watercolors, acrylics, woodcuts,
Monday, May 16, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts new ONLINE Exhibition Works of Summer
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts new ONLINE Exhibition Works of Summer The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of another Online exhibition, Works of Summer, which goes live on Friday May 27 with art available 24/7 through June 15. You may view work at: https://www.nantucketarts.org/art “With the excitement of summer fast approaching, we thought these works showcasing seasonal imagery would afford our audiences a sneak peak of what makes a
Wednesday, May 11, 2022Going nautical at the Nantucket Film Festival
AAN announces Our Nantucket Art Colony – The Golden Age, A Survey of Nantucket Art History, 1920 – 1970 an evening with AAN’s artistic director andart historian Bobby Frazier Join AAN’s Artistic Director and art historian Bobby Frazier for Our Nantucket Art Colony – The Golden Age,A Survey of Nantucket Art History, 1920 – 1970, an evening celebrating the beginnings of Nantucket’s vibrant art colony. Bobby will present The Long Way Home, the current exhibition at AAN’s Big Gallery, featuring treasures
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Friday, April 08, 2022AAN to Host Two Exhibitions in One Works on Paper is open to all Island Artists In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
AAN to Host Two Exhibitions in One Works on Paper is open to all Island Artists In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of the Earth & Sky exhibition, concurrently with a special month-long Works on Paper show on the second floor. Both exhibitions will launch on Friday, April 22 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. This is the first time since the pandemic that AAN is
Friday, April 08, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts ONLINE Exhibition Float Your Boat
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts ONLINE Exhibition Float Your Boat The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of another Online exhibition, Float Your Boat, which goes live on Monday April 25 with art available 24/7 through May 18. You may view work at: https://www.nantucketarts.org/art “The title Float Your Boatwas chosen given the season for boating is fast approaching, and we thought it a clever spring play on words,” said AAN artistic director
Monday, April 04, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 23rd Annual Spring Sweep Auction in ONLINE Format
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 23rd Annual Spring Sweep Auction in ONLINE Format In keeping with our popular online design,the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is inviting members of the community and beyond to enjoy our annual Spring Sweep Online Auction, April 15 – 18. As an added feature, this year there will be a featured selection of the online works available to preview in person April 14 & 15, from 11 - 4 P.M., in the Big Gallery at the Thomas Macy Warehouse, 12 Straight
Friday, March 11, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Opening for the Season with ''A Change of Season''
Artists Association of NantucketCecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson GalleryOpening for the Season with "A Change of Season" Red-wing blackbirds, budding pussy willows, blooming snow drops and early daffodils; in celebration of the longer days of spring, theArtists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce an exhibition entitled A Change of Season will be on display in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Gallery at 19 Washington Street from Friday, March 25 - April 15. The gallery will be open Tuesday –
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Tuesday, January 18, 2022ReMain Nantucket and Envision Resilience Nantucket Challenge Open Second Survey to Measure Changes in Attitudes on Climate
ReMain Nantucket and Envision Resilience Nantucket Challenge Open Second Survey to Measure Changes in Attitudes on Climate NANTUCKET, Mass.---Nantucket residents and visitors have until Feb. 1 to weigh in on environmental issues like climate change and sea level rise in the second climate survey commissioned by ReMain Nantucket and the Envision Resilience Nantucket Challenge. The 10-minute online survey opens today and is available in English and Spanish. Results from the baseline January 2021 survey
Friday, January 14, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 2022 early-winter First Light ONLINE Exhibition
Artists Association of NantucketHosts 2022 early-winter First Light ONLINE Exhibition Winter, the islands off-season, a time of catching up with old friends, quiet walks, hunkering down inside by a cozy fire, and the chance to buy local art from the comfort of your own home. The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of our first 2022 Online exhibition, First Light, which goes live on Wednesday, January 26, at 9 A.M. with art available 24/7 through February 21.
Friday, January 14, 2022Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Valentine Heart 2 Heart Exhibition at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Artists Association of NantucketHosts Valentine Heart 2 Heart Exhibitionat the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Although we’re in the throes of the off-season—the harbor is quiet, the beaches are wind-swept and empty, and wisps of smoke from cozy fireplaces abound, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of a special two-week exhibition, Heart 2 Heart, with the door unlocking on Friday, January 28, at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19
Tuesday, January 04, 2022FREE Art Classes this winter at the Artists Association!
Artists Association of Nantucket is pleased to announce that you may now refer your patients, parishioners, clients, students or employees to take a free art class at the AAN through Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s Healing in the Arts program which is made possible with the generous support of their Community Health Initiative grant. If you work with someone who you feel could benefit by taking an art class, please encourage them to check out www.nantucketarts.org/classes. Our winter session starts January
Monday, December 06, 2021Nantucket’s WAVE buses, ACKlimate and Osceola Foundation, Inc. to bring youth and public awareness to climate change. Art Students to install their climate change awareness work on buses.
Nantucket’s WAVE buses, ACKlimate and Osceola Foundation, Inc. to bring youth and public awareness to climate change. Art Students to install their climate change awareness work on buses. Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce an exciting partnership with Nantucket’s WAVE buses, ACKlimate and Osceola Foundation, Inc. to bring youth and public awareness to climate change. On Tuesday, December 7 at 10am at Cyrus Pierce School (CPS), Nantucket middle school art students will install
Monday, November 22, 2021AAN announces the second annual Faculty and Staff Holiday Showcase and Sale exhibition at its Visual Arts Center Gallery, 24 Amelia Drive
AAN announces the second annual Faculty and Staff Holiday Showcase and Sale exhibition atits Visual Arts Center Gallery, 24 Amelia Drive Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the Faculty and Staff Showcase and Sale exhibition that will open on Wednesday, December 1 with a reception from 5-7pm., at the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive. “We are delighted to host an exhibition showcasing the work of our talented teachers and staff,” said AAN Director of Adult Programming
Wednesday, November 10, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Holiday Small Works Exhibition with Extended Hours
Artists Association of Nantucket HostsHoliday Small Works Exhibitionwith Extended Hours The Holiday Small Works exhibition will be on display from November 26 through December 23 at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington St., in the heart of Nantucket’s Cultural District. Currently, the gallery is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 A.M. – 5 P.M., closed 2-2:30. During the Thanksgiving and Stroll weekends, the gallery will be open Sunday, Nov. 28, and Sunday, Dec. 5, 12 – 4 P.M. The
Tuesday, October 19, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Robust ONLINE Exhibition ''Art for Art's Sake''
Artists Association of NantucketHosts Robust ONLINE Exhibition “Art for Art’s Sake” As the cooler months of fall truly set in, and folks begin to spend more time indoors, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of an autumn Online exhibition, Art for Art’s Sake featuring new works by our artist members. The exhibition goes live on Monday, Oct. 25 with art available 24/7 through Monday, Nov. 22. You may view the eclectic work on:
Tuesday, October 19, 2021And the Winner Is….. Artists Association of Nantucket announces Winning Artists of the People’s Choice Exhibition
And the Winner Is…..Artists Association of Nantucket announces Winning Artists of the People’s Choice Exhibition The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the winning artists for the People’s Choice exhibition, a show currently on display until October 23 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Throughout the first week of the exhibition visitors toured the two-story gallery and voted for their favorite works. “The exhibition featured over fifty
Tuesday, October 19, 2021AAN hosts Winter is Coming Exhibition in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
AAN hosts Winter is Coming Exhibitionin the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Football games, mulled cider, woolen throws, bittersweet & pumpkins, late autumn on the island. The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce, in recognition of the off season, it will be hosting a Winter is Coming exhibition, beginning on Friday, October 29. The exhibition will be on display through Saturday, November 13 in the CeceliaJoyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street.
Monday, September 27, 2021AAN Presents Annual Wet Paint Auction In ONLINE Format
AAN Presents Annual Wet Paint Auction In ONLINE Format Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce that art from the popular late-season fundraiser will be available for a day of in-person viewing on Sunday, October 10 atBartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road, from 10 AM – 4 PM. Works may be purchased online beginning at 10 AM Sunday. This special viewing is free and open to the public. Face coverings must be worn and Covid 19 best practices will be followed to keep guests and
Monday, September 20, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Vibrant New Logo and Website
Artists Association of NantucketAnnounces Vibrant New Logo and Website The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce that it now has a vibrant and more accessible new website and a fresh new logo to go with it. “We’re committed to offering new and exciting opportunities for our patrons and island art enthusiasts, so we are delighted to present our newly refreshed website and logo to match our outstanding programming and events,” said AAN executive director Courtney
Monday, September 20, 2021AAN’s Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery named Best Gallery in Inquirer and Mirror’s Best Of Nantucket
AAN’s Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery named Best Gallery in Inquirer and Mirror’s Best Of Nantucket Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce that the Inquirer and Mirror’s annual Best of Nantucket has named the Artists Association of Nantucket’s Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery as the Best Art Gallery for 2021. “We are delighted with this honor and are thrilled to be acknowledged by the I&M’s broad readership, which makes this award a wonderful tribute to our
Tuesday, September 14, 2021The Island Fair Committee announces a Fall Fun Day!
The Island Fair Committee announces a Fall Fun Day! While we aren’t able to host the Island Fair in Tom Nevers this year, we want to keep the spirit of the Island Fair alive with some Fall Fun on Saturday, October 2nd , 2021, in conjunction with Sustainable Nantucket’s Farmers & Artisans Market in Town. The Island Fair Committee will be partnering with the Nantucket Atheneum, Nantucket Historical Association, NISHA, Maria Mitchell Association, American Legion, Artists Association of Nantucket, and
Friday, September 03, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Annual 10 x 10 Exhibition opening Sept. 10 In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Annual 10 x 10 Exhibition opening Sept. 10In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the10 x 10 Exhibition on September 10 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. The doors will open at 10 A.M. on Friday, September 10 and the show will remain on display through Monday, Oct. 4. 2021 marks the 10 x 10 exhibition’s seventeenth year, and it has truly become a
Tuesday, August 24, 2021The Artists Association of Nantucket Announces the Artist & Patron Awards for 2021
The Artists Association of NantucketAnnounces the Artist & Patron Awards for 2021 The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the 2021 Artist and Patron Awards, presented at the Annual Meeting, on Monday, August 16. Chosen by their peers and voted on by AAN Trustees and Board members, the awards are part of the AAN’s long-standing tradition of announcing them at the Annual meeting. The awards truly reflect the numerous talents of the organization and represent both patrons and
Monday, August 09, 2021AAN to host 2021 Annual Meeting Monday August 16, 24 Amelia Drive at 5:15 P.M.
AAN to host 2021 Annual Meeting Monday August 16, 24 Amelia Drive at 5:15 P.M. The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) will be holding its annual meeting on Monday, August 16, 5:15 to 6:15 P.M. at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) 24 Amelia Drive. All AAN members are invited and welcomed to attend. Please RSVP in a timely manner via email to office@nantucketarts.org The meeting will comprise of a review of the audited financial statements and endowment report; annual updates of the association; and a
Monday, August 09, 2021?AAN hosts 72nd Artist/Patron Exhibition in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
AAN hosts 72nd Artist/Patron Exhibitionin the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) will host their annual Artist/Patron Exhibition, beginning on Friday, August 20. The exhibition will be on display through Monday, September 6 in the CeceliaJoyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “Truly one of AAN’s longest standing traditions, summer of 2021 marks the 72nd year we’ve featured the celebrated Artist/Patron exhibition,” said AAN artistic director
Monday, August 02, 2021Art Alfresco on the Lawn AAN hosts Nation’s oldest Sidewalk Art Show Saturday, August 14 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. At the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive
Art Alfresco on the LawnAAN hosts Nation’s oldest Sidewalk Art ShowSaturday, August 14 9 A.M. – 2 P.M.At the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to invite the public to its second 2021 Sidewalk Art Show at the AAN’s Visual Art Center, 24 Amelia Driveon Saturday, August 14, 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. Over twenty AAN artist members, each with their own “art wall,” will be available to discuss art and sell their work. The outdoor art show is free and open to
Monday, July 19, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Long Hot Summer exhibition Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Long Hot Summer exhibition Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery As the island heads into its high season and the sun shines brighter and the humidity becomes more frequent, The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to open a new exhibition Long Hot Summer in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Gallery at 19 Washington Street on Friday, July 30 – August 16. The gallery is open Monday – Saturday 10 A.M. – 5 P.M., until 6 P.M. on Fridays, closed 2 – 2:30.
Monday, July 19, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Robust ONLINE Exhibition “Light of Day”
Artists Association of NantucketHosts Robust ONLINE Exhibition “Light of Day” With the delight of longer days and the excitement of summer, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of another Online exhibition, Light of Day featuring new works by our artists’ members. The exhibition goes live on Friday, July 23, at 10 A.M. with art available 24/7 through Saturday August 21. You may view the eclectic work on: https://sales.nantucketarts.org/GiftShop.aspx
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Monday, July 12, 2021The Artists Association of Nantucket hosts its 2021 Annual Art Auction and Gala at the Great Harbor Yacht Club. AAN is thrilled to hold the event in a live format again
The Artists Association of Nantucket hosts its 2021 Annual Art Auction and Gala at the Great Harbor Yacht Club. AAN is thrilled to hold the event in a live format again. Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is thrilled to announce that it is, once again, hosting its annual Art Auction and Gala at the Great Harbor Yacht Club on Saturday, July 17. The evening event will happily be in person again after the pandemic pushed the 2020 Gala to an online-only format. “We are especially delighted to be
Monday, June 28, 2021AAN hosts Nation’s oldest Sidewalk Art Show Art Alfresco
AAN hosts Nation’s oldest Sidewalk Art ShowArt Alfresco on the LawnAt the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia DriveSaturday, July 3 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to invite the public to its yearly Sidewalk Art Show at the AAN’s Visual Art Center, 24 Amelia Driveon Saturday, July 3, 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. Over twenty AAN artist members will be available to discuss art and sell their works in the dappled summer sun. The outdoor art show is free and open to the public. Rain
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Monday, June 28, 2021ReMain Nantucket Opens Envision Resilience: Designs for Living with Rising Seas Exhibition at Nantucket Historical Association’s Thomas Macy Warehouse
ReMain Nantucket Opens Envision Resilience: Designs for Living with Rising Seas Exhibition at Nantucket Historical Association’s Thomas Macy Warehouse on July 2, 2021 The Envision Resilience Nantucket Challenge exhibition, which showcases student design proposals for how Nantucket residents and businesses can live with sea level rise, will open on July 2, ReMain Nantucket announced today. The Envision Resilience: Designs for Living with Rising Seas exhibition will be displayed on the second floor of the
Friday, June 18, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Frank Swift Chase Awards for 2021 Plein Air Nantucket
Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Frank Swift Chase Awards for 2021 Plein Air Nantucket The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the winners of the tenth annual Frank Swift Chase Plein Air Nantucket awards. A huge proponent of en plein air painting, Frank Swift Chase taught outdoor classes starting in 1920 through the early 1950s, and the core of his regular students became the founders of the AAN. In this spirit, AAN hosted the tenth annual Plein Air Nantucket
Wednesday, June 09, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts By Land & By Sea A Special ONLINE Exhibition
Artists Association of NantucketHosts By Land & By SeaA Special ONLINE Exhibition As the air fills with the scent of blooming roses and the harbor moorings bob with boats, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of an Online By Land & By Sea exhibition, which goes live on Friday, June 18, at 10 A.M. with art available 24/7 through Friday July 9. You may view the eclectic work on: https://sales.nantucketarts.org/GiftShop.aspx “By offering these online
Friday, May 07, 2021The Artists Association of Nantucket Presents 10th Annual Plein Air Nantucket Festival May 11–June 16
The Artists Association of Nantucket Presents 10th Annual Plein Air Nantucket Festival May 11–June 16.Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce that the Plein Air Nantucket Festival, founded by AAN artistic director Robert Frazier, is shifting to a six-week festival. Running Tuesday, May 11 through Wednesday, June 16, the festival is open to all painters at any skill level, and will feature artists painting out and about on the island while enjoying socially distant painting with
Friday, April 23, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Spring Forward A Special ONLINE Exhibition
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Spring Forward A Special ONLINE Exhibition As the warmer days’ increase and the daylight lengthens, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of an Online Spring Forward exhibition, which goes live on Saturday, May 1, at 10 A.M. with art available 24/7 through Tuesday June 1. You may view the eclectic work on:https://sales.nantucketarts.org/GiftShop.aspx “This curated exhibition will showcase a robust selection of art by our
Friday, April 23, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Drive Thru Art Fair Saturday May 8, in Visual Arts Center Parking Lot
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Drive Thru Art Fair Saturday May 8, in Visual Arts Center Parking LotThe Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is hosting its second annual Drive Thru Art Fair on Saturday May 8 at the Visual Arts Center (VAC) parking lot, 24 Amelia Drive from 9:30 AM - 12 PM. “We’re committed to offering new and exciting opportunities for our patrons and island art enthusiasts, so we are delighted to offer this drive-through exhibition,” said AAN executive director Courtney
Monday, June 01, 2020NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2020 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
NANTUCKET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES 2020 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Nantucket, Mass May 2020 — Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kristie Ferrantella has announced the two winners of its annual scholarship program. Winners Victoria Dixon and Mia Lydon will each receive a scholarship award of $1,000.VICTORIA DIXON Dixon is a 2020 graduate of Nantucket High School and will attend Northeastern University in autumn 2020, starting with its Explore Program. She was member of the National Honor
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