News, Exhibits & Events
2026 Open Juried Show
Exhibit Dates: March 30 to May 25, 2026
Exhibit Location: Bangor Public Library
Artists’ Reception & Award Presentation: Thursday, April 9, 6-8pm


OJS General Information
- Exhibit Dates: March 30th through May 25th
- Exhibit Location: Bangor Public Library, Cyr Gallery & Minsky Lecture Hall (3rd floor)
- Dismantling and Artwork Pickup dates: Tuesday, May 26th, and Wednesday, May 27th, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
The Bangor Public Library will receive a 20% commission from the sale of any artwork exhibited in the OJS.
Point of Contact: Jon Taner, BAS President, at info@thebangorartsociety.org
BAS Meeting
Dates: April 21, 2026
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
Location: Bangor Public Library

Our meetings are typically held at the Bangor Public Library in The Laurence E. Crofutt Community Room located on the first floor of the library. However, please check our Facebook page for up-to-date information about the meeting, including changes to the venue, date, time and/or room location.
As always, our meetings are open to the public, so if you’re interested in potentially becoming a member of The Bangor Art Society, or just curious about who we are and what we have to offer, please stop by and see what we’re all about.
And if you’d like to join the BAS, or you’re a BAS member but haven’t paid your dues in the past year, bring along cash or a check for $50 and become a member or renew your membership on the spot!
Bangor First Fridays Art Walks
Date: May 1, 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 you’ll experience new and exciting artwork every month!

The BangorĀ Art Society regrets to report theĀ 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.

