MAA Gallery Past Events

New Schedule -The Gallery Board has made a few changes in our scheduling. We will be having 6 two month exhibits a year rather than the 4 three month exhibits that we have had for the past two years. There are many benefits to the new schedule –

We will once again be entertained by the Hillside Music groups: The Orchestra
is led by Caroline Bond, the Chorus, by Robert St. Cyr, and the band by
Edward Doyle and Matthew Redmond. They will be performing from 5:30 - 7:00.
Do come by and enjoy the visual and auditory arts.

The fourth of this year's Trolley Nights will be held on Thursday, Nov. 16th from 5:00 - 8:00. Plan on attending this event - it is a great time to see the arts alive in Manchester.

The artwork of Nathan Abbe and Danielle Goffeline, the two recipients of the scholarships, will be on exhibit through June 30th. Come see the works of our talented young artists.

The second of this year's Trolley Nights will be held on Thursday, June 15th from 5:00 - 8:00. Plan on attending this event - it is a great time to see the arts alive in Manchester.

First Annual Make-A-Wish/MAA Exhibit
Share the Power of a Wish - Was held in May. The art show was held to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of NH. We are pleased to have been able to present them with over $800.

We are pleased to have the works of Jim Burke on display at the gallery for the month of April. Jim is a native of Manchester, now residing in New York. He has done much He has written and illustrated a book, "Take Me Out to the Ballgame". The reception/book signing will be held on Friday, April 7th from 5:00 - 8:00.

The first of this year's Trolley Nights will be held on Thursday, April 27th from 5:00 - 8:00. Plan on attending this event - it is a great time to see the arts alive in Manchester.

May 6-7, 2006 - Make-A-Wish/MAA Exhibit 10:00-4:00

Share the Power of a Wish - this art show featuring artists who have been juried into the gallery will be held at the gallery to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of NH - plan on attending, treat yourself to some wonderful art and help a child get his wish! For the artists who wish to participate - please obtain your forms (word format or pdf) here.

The current exhibit, "Winter Heat", showcases the fine art of 13local artists. The MAA Art Gallery is featuring a wonderful display of hanging artwork, miniatures.

Some of the featured artists will be hosting a "Meet the Artist" reception which will take place on some Saturdays. Drop by the gallery too when you might have the opportunity of meeting your "favorite" artist. Sign up to receive our email newsletter when you visit the gallery.

The exhibit, "Fall Colors", showcases the fine art of 21 local artists. The MAA Art Gallery is featuring a wonderful display of hanging artwork, miniatures, and hand hewed wooden bowls.

November 17, 2005 - Entertainment was provided by groups from the Hillside Middle School under the direction of the music department ( Ed Doyle, Caroline Bond, Mathew Redmond, Adam Boroskas). MAA Art Gallery calendars are available for purchase. Raffle - 3 signed, first edition MAA Art Gallery calendars - and other items.

MAA Art Gallery's First Anniversary Party will be held in conjunction with the September Trolley Night. At this reception we will be celebrating with music provided by Jason Bishop. The MAA Art Gallery's 2006 calendar will be available for purchase. The artwork that appears in the calendar was chosen from by the artists from pieces that have been exhibited at the gallery during this exhibit and the summer exhibit.

May 25, 2005 - August 27, 2005

The summer exhibit, Summer Sizzle, opens on May 25th. We are featuring 14 local artists. The MAA Art Gallery is continuing with exhibiting miniatures as well as the wonderful display of hanging artwork.

Some of the featured artists will be hosting a "Meet the Artist" reception which will take place on some Saturdays. Two that are currently scheduled are - June 25th, Keith Spiro; July 16th, Elaine Farmer and Sharon Allen. Drop by the gallery too when you might have the opportunity of meeting your "favorite" artist.

June 16, 2005

MAA Art Gallery's opening reception will be held in conjunction with the June Trolley Night. At this reception the first six pieces that have been chosen to appear in the MAA Art Gallery's 2006 calendar will be presented. Six more artworks will be selected from our next exhibit to be included in the calendar. The calendar will be available for purchase in October.

March 2, 2005 - May 22, 2005

The Spring 2005 exhibit opens on March 2nd with over 100 new works representing 20 local artists. With this exhibit, in addition to the usual display, the MAA Art Gallery features miniature artwork with the theme, "Affordable Art." Come browse to find a lasting gift for Mothers' Day.

All of the artists featured in an exhibit take turns sitting the Gallery. When you visit the Gallery, if you have a favorite piece and would like to meet the artist, be sure to ask about the schedule for your favorite artist.

March 10, 2005

The opening reception for this exhibit will be held on Thursday, March 10th from 5:00 - 8:00. Providing you with an opportunity to meet the artists, these receptions offer a stimulating evening of discussion and insight into the creative process behind the works. Enjoy the refreshments while you browse the artwork and discuss the artwork with the artists.

April 28, 2005

On this date, the Gallery will be participating in the first Trolley Night of the season from 5:00 - 8:00. A raffle held this evening will allow the lucky art lover to go home with the miniature of his or her choice. If you missed the opening reception, Trolley Night affords another opportunity to meet and mix with the artists.

Trolley Night is part of Open Doors Manchester. The four Trolley Night dates for this season are:

     April 28, 2005
     June 23, 2005
     September 22, 2005
     November 17, 2005

December 1, 2004 - February 27, 2005

The second exhibit opens with approximately 70 pieces.

January 7 - February 5, 2005

Concurrent with the second exhibit, the Currier Art Center Open Studio will display three dimensional works of glazed clay (16-25 sculptures/containers) as well as some pieces by artist-in-residence Chris Archer. Opening Reception on January 7 with refreshments. (From 5:00 - 7:00)

November 18, 2004

Manchester's Open Doors. The gallery participated in this last Trolley night for 2004.

October 14, 2004

Grand Opening Reception. Robert Baines, Mayor of Manchester, and Georgie Reagan, Chairman of the Manchester Arts Commission, spoke and cut a ribbon to officially open the gallery. A magnificent portrait of the Mayor was unveiled and presented to the City of Manchester on behalf of the Manchester Artists Association. This wonderful oil painting, created and donated by Mai Ly, will remain on display at the gallery for the duration of the Fall exhibit before being moved to a permanent home in city offices. Certificates of Appreciation were presented to several people who contributed gargantuan amounts of time, treasure, and/or talent on behalf of the gallery: Claudette Gamon of the Union Leader, Don Reed for the wonderful MAA Art Gallery sign in the gallery window, Mai Ly for her contribution of the painting of the Mayor, and Jo-Anne Johnson and Celebrations Distinctive Catering for the grand opening event itself. The event was sponsored by Jo-Anne Johnson, DMD, and catered by Celebrations (who also donated a substantial amount of food and service).

September 23, 2004

Manchester's Open Doors (Trolley Night). The gallery participates in this evening event featuring many of Manchester's cultural venues.

September 1, 2004 - November 28, 2004

First exhibit opens with 62 pieces from 20 artists.

For More Information Please Contact Our Email: info@manchester-artists.org