Welcome to the Machias Arts Council

The Machias Arts Council is a 501c(3)  non-profit organization that fosters creativity, economic vitality and cultural engagement through artist advocacy and distinctive events that celebrate vibrancy of the Arts. A beacon of creative inspiration along the Bold Coast of Downeast Maine, the MAC builds community through volunteer membership and support.

Spring Art Show & Craft Fair

The Machias Arts Council is holding their 2nd Annual Spring Art Show & Craft Fair.  The show will feature local and regional artists, artisans, and crafters displaying and selling their works. It will be a great opportunity to see some of the great artworks being created right in our own community.


Saturday, May 11th 9am - 3pm at the Machias Memorial High School, Machias, ME


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Cover of the Ghosts and Scarecrows of Machias book.

Now Available!
Ghosts and Scarecrows of Machias

The compellation of all the entries from the Flash Fiction Contest for the Ghosts of Machias (2023) and the Scarecrows of Machias (2022) is now available!  You can pick up a copy at Wooleez of Maine, Machias River General Store, and Berry Vines Florist and Gift.  Or you can order on Amazon in paperback and Kindle eBook.

Order your copy from Amazon Here!

Want to become a member?

Membership is free!  Stay up-to-date on all of our activities.  You can be as involved as you want.  Come join us in supporting the arts in our community.


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Machias, ME 04654, US

About us

The Machias Arts Council is a 501c(3) non-profit organization that  fosters creativity, economic vitality and cultural engagement through artist advocacy and distinctive events that celebrate vibrancy of the Arts. A beacon of creative inspiration along the Bold Coast of Downeast Maine, the MAC builds community through volunteer membership and support.  

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