where creativity and community meet
Workshops and Classes
An exciting array of workshops are offered year-round for participants of all ages. Summertime features offerings weekly or more frequently; spring, fall and winter seasons boast monthly workshops. In addition, arts camps for youth are offered in summer and when schools are on break in April. From epoxy resin art to yeasted bread, fly-tying to shibori resist-dyeing, belly dancing to paper-marbling, the workshops feature talented instructors from Washington County and further abroad.
This summer, EAC is excited to feature Felt Fest, an immersive
three-day series of wool-felting workshops for all levels.
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For inquiries, ideas and feedback about EAC educational efforts, please contact Lauren Koss, Education & Outreach Coordinator at workshops@eastportartscenter.org.
KinderArts KinderArts was created to invite preschool-age children to explore the visual and performing arts via hands-on experiences. The weekly sessions feature a cozy, creative and sociable environment and a warm community of parents and caregivers accompanying their curious young charges. Children up to age 5 are welcome, but must come with a caregiver. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the KinderArts program created a series of Craft Along Videos with instructor Nia Aretakis, featuring simple-to-follow projects. Free materials kits were provided by EAC, or participants used their own supplies; these videos remain accessible via this page and our YouTube channel, and are worth a look for crafters of all ages. Read more about Nia and her efforts to help keep our youngest EAC community members creating here.
Arts in the Schools The Eastport Arts Center collaborates with area schools to introduce students to a variety of artistic disciplines and to foster an understanding of the creative process through hands-on experiences. Recent efforts have included musical master classes and visiting artists, dance residencies, special presentations at the EAC, our annual Youth Art Month exhibition, High School Jazz Night and High School One Act Review.
Multiple DatesThu, Jan 23Eastport Arts CenterJan 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PMEastport Arts Center, 36 Washington St, Eastport, ME 04631, USA
Multiple DatesSat, Jan 25Eastport Arts CenterJan 25, 2025, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMEastport Arts Center, 36 Washington St, Eastport, ME 04631, USA
Multiple DatesSat, Feb 01Eastport Arts CenterFeb 01, 2025, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMEastport Arts Center, 36 Washington St, Eastport, ME 04631, USAFeb 01, 2025, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMEastport Arts Center, 36 Washington St, Eastport, ME 04631, USAKatie Melancon’s Gentle Flow Yoga is offered both at Eastport Arts Center, and online. The accessible class offers benefits to all students in strength, flexibility, balance and relaxation. Some props are available to bring more ease into attendees’ yoga practice.
Tue, Feb 04Eastport Arts CenterFeb 04, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PMEastport Arts Center, 36 Washington St, Eastport, ME 04631, USA