News, Exhibits & Events
2026 Open Juried Show
Exhibit Dates: March 30 to May 25, 2026
Deadline for Artwork Submission: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Artwork Drop-Off: Thursday, March 26th, 10 am to 6 pm
Exhibit Location: Bangor Public Library


OJS Submission Guidelines:
Artwork Entry Limit: Up to 2 pieces of artwork per artist.
Any artwork submitted for entry by any one artist beyond their first 2 pieces will be rejected and disqualified from entry into the show. Entry fees are not refundable.
Entry Fee: The entry fee for submitting 1 or 2 artworks is as below:
- BAS Members: $40
- Non-members: $50
If you wish to become a BAS member, please go to the “Join Us” page on The Bangor Art Society website.
Deadline for artwork submission is March 26, 2026
Bangor First Fridays Art Walks
Date: March 6, 2026
Time: 4-7 pm
First Fridays Art Walks are monthly community events featuring local artists and venues located in downtown Bangor, Maine.
These Art Walks are produced by volunteers in cooperation with Downtown Bangor Partnership, The Bangor Art Society, and dozens of local businesses.
This celebration of art and artists, held in the historic downtown shopping, dining, arts and commerce district, is held on the first Friday of every month.
Venues and artists change every month, so be sure to check back often for the latest month’s offering!

The Bangor Art Society regrets to report the recent passing of Richard Newman, who died unexpectedly on November 13, 2025.
Art was at the center of Richard’s heart and encapsulated a lifetime. He had a quiet, reflective nature that allowed him to skillfully mentor students and transform the ordinary world of found objects into extraordinary art.
Read more about Richard on the Members page of this website.


