Barn Gallery is the enduring home of the Ogunquit Art Association (OAA) — Maine’s original artists’ group, founded in 1928 with direct lineage to the historic Ogunquit Art Colony.
From May 20 through October 12, 2026, Barn Gallery will once again open its doors, welcoming visitors into a season rich with bold exhibitions, hands-on workshops , and intimate encounters with the juried artists who make Ogunquit one of New England’s most vital art destinations.
Barn Gallery Schedule – 2026
Saturday & Sunday, May 9 & 10 : 46th Annual Student Art Show
Saturday & Sunday, May 9 & 10, (1-4PM)
Reception: Friday, May 8, (4-6PM)
May 20 – June 20: Opening Exhibitions
Ogunquit Art Association Members Show
Showcases:
—Nancy R. Davison – Printmaking
—Madeleine Hopkins – Painting
Invited New England Sculptors
Saturday, May 23 (4-7PM) Opening Reception for Opening Exhibitions
Thursday, May 28 (6-7:30PM) Showcase Artists Talk
Nancy R. Davison – Printmaking; Madeleine Hopkins – Painting
Monday, June 1 – Ogunquit Art Association New Member Applications Due CLICK HERE
Friday, June 5 (7:30PM) 30th Annual Ogunquit Performing Arts Chamber Music Festival
Featuring the Boston Chamber Music Ensemble (Seven Strings with Piano) CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS
Friday, June 12 (7:30PM) Frederick Moyer Jazz Trio CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS
Sunday, June 21 Open, Regional, Juried Show entries due
CLICK HERE: For Open Regional Juried Show PDF Prospectus
June 24 – July 25: Mid-Season Exhibitions
Open, Regional, Juried Show
Ogunquit Art Association Members Show
Invited New England Sculptors
Saturday, June 27 (4-7PM) Opening Reception for Mid-Season Exhibitions
Saturday, July 11 (10AM-4PM) Plein Air Watercolor Painting Workshop – Russel Whitten
Wednesday, July 15 (6PM) Watercolor Flowers Demo – Dustan Knight
Thursday, July 16 (10AM-3PM) Watercolor Flowers Workshop – Dustan Knight
Tuesday, July 21 (10AM-3PM) Watercolor Collages Workshop – Ethel Hills
July 29, 30, 31 & August 1: 72nd Ogunquit Art Association Art Auction Preview
August 1: 72ND OGUNQUIT ART ASSOCIATION ART AUCTION (doors open 6pm; auction begins 7pm)
August 5 – September 5: Late Summer Exhibitions
Ogunquit Art Association Members Show
Special Showcases:
— Amy Hagberg – Photography
— Carol MacLeod – Photography – Painting
Invited New England Sculptors
Saturday, August 15th (4-7PM) Opening Reception for Late Summer Exhibitions
Thursday, August 20 (6-7:30PM) Showcase Artists Talk
Amy Hagberg – Photography; Carol MacLeod – Photography – Painting
Tuesday, August 11 (10AM-3PM) Vinegar Painting Workshop – Pamela Bearor-Amiralian
Tuesday, August 18 (10AM-3PM) Direct Trace Monoprinting Workshop – Jane Petschek
Tuesday, August 25 (11AM-3PM) Gelli Print Landscapes Workshop – Deloris White
Wednesday, September 2 (6PM) Still Life Painting Demo – Pamela duLong Williams
Thursday, September 3 (10AM-3PM) Still Life Painting Workshop – Pamela duLong Williams
September 9 – October 12: Fall Exhibitions
Ogunquit Art Association Members Show
Special Showcases:
— Charles Laurier Dufour – Photography
— Annie Lemieux – Photography
Invited New England Sculptors
Saturday, September 12th (4-7PM) Opening Reception for Fall Exhibitions
Saturday, September 19 (4-5:30PM) Showcase Artists Talk
Charles Laurier Dufour – Photography; Annie Lemieux – Photography
Saturday, October 10 (7:30PM) Ogunquit Performing Arts Piano Concert – Janice Weber
Monday, October 12th Indigenous People’s Day
Barn Gallery closes at 5 pm for the season.
Friday, October 16 (7:30PM) Ogunquit Performing Arts Piano Concert – Zahili Zamora and her Afro Cuban Trio
Sunday, October 18 (3PM) Ogunquit Performing Arts – Student Piano Recital
Exhibitions, Receptions, and Gallery Talks are free.
Demonstrations are free.
Workshops are $75.00 plus materials fees as noted.
Preregistration required for workshops only.
FMI: barngallery.org (update by May 1) or call Barn Gallery 207-646-8400 after May 20.
Why Barn Gallery in Ogunquit, Maine is a Must-Visit for 2026
2026 Season Highlights
Each year, Barn Gallery comes alive in step with the seasons — welcoming returning artists, new voices, and a growing sense of anticipation from spring through fall. The 2026 season continues this tradition with a thoughtfully-paced program celebrating artistic excellence, creative community, and one of Maine’s most enduring cultural institutions.
- 72nd Annual OAA Art Auction (Preview July 29–August 1 | Live Auction August 1): The cultural centerpiece of Ogunquit’s summer and the largest annual art auction in the town. This adrenaline-charged, must-attend, evening draws collectors and art enthusiasts from across the Eastern Seaboard and beyond for spirited bidding on exceptional works. Proceeds directly sustain the Ogunquit Art Association’s exhibitions, educational initiatives, and the preservation of this historic cultural institution.
- Rotating & Seasonal Exhibitions (May–October): A thoughtfully curated series of exhibitions featuring Ogunquit Art Association member showcases, invited New England sculptors, and seasonal rotations throughout the summer and fall. Together, these exhibitions highlight the depth, craftsmanship, and evolving practices of artists working in Maine and across the region.
- Open, Regional, Juried Show (June 24–July 25 | Reception June 27): One of Barn Gallery’s most anticipated annual exhibitions, the Open, Regional, Juried Show brings together outstanding emerging and established artists from across New England. Juried selections are presented alongside OAA works and invited sculptors, offering a dynamic and wide-ranging survey of contemporary regional art.
- New Member Jury Process Opens (Applications Due June 1): For the first time in several years, the Ogunquit Art Association will open its jury process for new members. This milestone initiative invites accomplished artists to apply for membership in one of Maine’s most respected art organizations, reinforcing the OAA’s commitment to artistic excellence and the continued vitality of its community. CLICK HERE TO APPLY
- Artist Demonstrations & Workshops: From plein air painting to experimental printmaking techniques, and from bookmaking to Chinese ink painting – these hands-on sessions offer rare and direct access to master artists.
Visitor Information
Season Dates: May 20 – October 12, 2026
Gallery Hours: Mon-Sat: 11 AM – 5 PM; Sun: 1 – 5 PM
Location: Barn Gallery, 3 Hartwig Lane Ogunquit, ME
Contact: 207-646-8400 (active after May 20) | oacbarngallery@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/BarnGallery
Instagram: instagram.com/barn_gallery
