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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
Tuesday, May 18, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Blue Periods exhibition
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Blue Periods exhibition Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Green leaves and spring blues, sparkling seas, cobalt skies, the first blue buds cascading from window boxes; The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the month-long exhibition entitled Blue Periods will be on display in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Gallery at 19 Washington Street from Friday, May 28 – June 28. The gallery will be open Tuesday – Saturday 11 A.M. – 5 P.M. (Closed
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
Wednesday, March 10, 2021THE YELLOW HOUSE 2021 OBOI Programs: Mar. 22 - Apr. 3
THE YELLOW HOUSE2021 OBOI Programs: Mar. 22 - Apr. 3 All programs are online unless otherwise indicated. Visit https://tinyurl.com/2021OBOI for links to online programs as they arrive.Artists Association of Nantucket presents “Home,” a collaborative exhibition. Cecilia Joyce & Seward Gallery, 19 Washington Street Mar. 26 - Apr. 2: Open Weekdays 11-4PM, Saturday 11-2PM, Closed Sunday This year’s book, The Yellow House, lends itself to themes of family, home, architecture, still life interiors, the color
Friday, February 12, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts mid-winter Early Birds ONLINE Exhibition
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts mid-winterEarly Birds ONLINE Exhibition Mid-winter on the Little Grey Lady and many ask “what is there to do?” Given the AAN’s Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson gallery on Washington Street is closed this time of year, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of an Online Early Birds exhibition, which goes live on Friday, February 19, at 9 A.M. with art available 24/7 through Friday April 9. You may view work
Monday, February 01, 2021Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts first 2021 ONLINE Exhibition Valentine’s Work Online
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts first 2021 ONLINE ExhibitionValentine’s Work Online Although we’re in the depths of winter’s cold—the landscape is devoid of most color, the wind-swept harbor holds few boats, and wisps of smoke from cozy fireplaces abound, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of a special February Valentine’s Work Online exhibition, which goes live on Friday, February 5, at 9 A.M. with art available 24/7 through Saturday, Feb. 13. You may
Monday, November 09, 2020The Artists Association of Nantucket hosts the Faculty Holiday Showcase and Sale, November 13-December 30
The Artists Association of Nantucket hosts the Faculty Holiday Showcase and Sale, November 13-December 30 “Tis the Season to let Art warm the Heart!”Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce that it is hosting the Faculty Holiday Showcase and Sale from November 13 through December 30 at the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive. The show will be open Monday-Friday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. “This exhibition is a great opportunity to see the artwork of AAN’s talented faculty and staff all
Friday, November 06, 2020Artists 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 recent show that was held in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Throughout the course of the exhibition, visitors voted for their favorite works via a secure & private text sent to AAN gallery managerPeter J. Greenhalgh.
Thursday, October 29, 2020The Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Variations on a Theme Exhibition
The Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Variations on a Theme ExhibitionArtists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to be showcasing the Variations on a Theme Exhibition, through Weds. November 18 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “During this exhibition, our artists were invited to bring in either two small works or one large work, which we feel gives the first floor gallery a wonderful cross selection for all those interested in art,” said AAN gallery
Monday, October 05, 2020AAN Presents Annual Wet Paint Auction & “Coming and Going” Preview with NEW ONLINE Format
Artists Association of Nantucket Press Release Date: October 2, 2020 Contact: Peter J. Greenhalgh, AAN Gallery Manager 508 228 0294 peter@nantucketarts.org AAN Presents Annual Wet Paint Auction & “Coming and Going” Preview with NEW ONLINE FormatView the Online Format Here! Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce that art from the popular and cautiously crafted late-season fundraiser will be available for a day of in-person viewing on Sunday October 11 at Bartlett’s Farm, 33
Monday, October 05, 2020NHA Announces “Study Hall” Community Initiative at the Whaling Museum starting this October
Contact: Ashley Santos, Associate Director of Marketing Nantucket Historical Association ashley@nha.org, 508-228-1894, ext. 131 For Immediate Release: Monday, October 5, 2020 NHA Announces “Study Hall” Community Initiative at the Whaling Museum starting this October NANTUCKET, MA – The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is pleased to announce a new “Study Hall” program at the Whaling Museum to provide community members with a safe, socially distanced space to read, surf the World Wide
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
