Boothbay Harbor's self-guided tour of galleries in the region.  Led by an art lover’s desire to exercise their imagination. Paintings … sculpture … mixed media … assemblage art … photography … pottery … weaving … fiber art.  New art, demos, refreshments...Take a walk on the creative side! (l. Kristoff)

In Boothbay Harbor ... 

Ae CERAMICS - 93 Townsend Ave. - 207-315-6221 

First Friday Reception 3-5 p.m.

Ceramics designed and crafted by Alison Evans: the Oyster, Razor Clam, Sea Urchin and Round series; teapots and tea; art, clothing, home furnishings...a treasure trove is waiting for you. https://www.aeceramics.com/  

BOOTHBAY REGION ART FOUNDATION - 1 Townsend Ave. - 207 - 633-2703

First Friday reception - 5-7 p.m.

Boothbay Region Art Foundation (BRAF) – Discover the latest creations from member artists at the Spring Exhibit on display through June 22. And the solo exhibition of  Pam Cabañas in Gallery One and her captivating, large-scale diptychs on panel and unique high-fire porcelain wall pieces. Light refreshments will be provided during the First Friday reception. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. https://www.boothbayartists.org.

BLACK RIVER GALLERY - 16 McKown St. - 207-315-6522

Jewelry, home furnishings, photography, clocks and more. https://blackrivergallery.com/

GLEASON FINE ART - 31 Townsend Ave. - 207-633-6849 

First Friday Reception 5-7 p.m.

The current show: "New Paintings by Gallery Artists: Andrea Peters, Ed Parker, and Henry Isaacs." Liquid refreshments. Gallery co-owner Dennis Gleason offers fine art appraisal, art collection and consulting services. Hours: Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday noon - 5 p.m.  https://www.gleasonfineart.com/  

JOY TO THE WIND - 34 Atlantic Ave. - 633-7025

First Friday Reception: 3-5 p.m.

Winter and early spring were filled with lots of creativity along with lots of cold weather to keep us indoors in the studio. John honed in on his layering techniques with acrylic abstractions. Each piece leading him to another next step in discovery. Some of you saw a preview this winter. We will do a feature show this summer, our 27th in Boothbay Harbor.  Lynne continued creating atmospheric and stylized landscapes. Pausing, now and then, to paint a golden crowned kinglet or an indigo bunting. We celebrate the return of First Friday Art Tours with wine, water and chocolate. We also welcome you to stop by for a visit any day!  Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Gallery and Custom Picture Framing Service. joytothewind@icloud.com and joytothewind.com

STUDIO 53 - 53 Townsend Ave. - 633-2755

Reception 4-7 p.m.

"Curated from the Archives" is the opening show running through June 29. Refreshments will be served. Many of the artists with work in the gallery are usually in attendance. Three floors of exceptional art awaits as well as the outdoor Sculpture Garden behind the gallery. Some free parking avaible.

And by car ... to Boothbay & East Boothbay ...

DICKINSON FINE ART - 350-5772

Rick Dickinson works in a painting style known as the Boston School.   8 Pine View Ridge Road, Boothbay. Open studio 3 - 6 p.m. FMI:  rick@dickinsonart.com and  https://www.dickinsonart.com/   

EAST BOOTHBAY TRADING CO. - 218 Ocean Point Road - 207-446-5759

Open by chance or appointment, but your chances are good! 

First Friday reception 3 - 7 p.m.

Celebrating our first season and first First Friday!  Join us for wine and lobster bites during the reception. Our maritime art gallery is located in our antiques and marine salvage shop right next to the Ocean Point Marina. @ebbtrading, eastboothbaytrading.com

KERR + JONES GALLERY - 268 Ocean Point Road/Route 96, East Boothbay

First Friday reception 5-7 p.m.

If you are on the peninsula or coming from away, get on over here, view our newest art and enjoy savory appetizers and refreshments on the deck.  Parking is available at the School Street lot (turn left at the East Boothbay Fire Department onto School - lot is in the back) or at gallery. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. https://kerrjones.com/ - (207) 380-1766 - info@kerrjones.com

MITCHELL & CO STUDIO - 1038 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay

Reception 5-7 p.m.

The season opener! New this year: a variety of works by various artists, one of a kind fashion pieces, a curated selection of art and poetry books, new (and old) photographs by Robert Mitchell. Jenessa Garrett's hand-dyed clothing, Midnight Rainbow; embroidery by Sarah Lederer and a groovy reception for First Friday with Roy Arsenault spinning records and delicious refreshments by Tugba, the queen of Harbor Treats. https://www.mitchellandcomaine.com/