The mission of the Artists Association of Nantucket is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket.
We create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists,
providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists.
Calendar of Events
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Artist Membership Review
Check this website for an artist membership application, and call the office at 508-228-0722. Reservations are required. -
Artists Open, and Cellography
An exhibition open to all island artists. Exhibition includes our annual Cellography Exhibition of cell phone photography. Reception: 5/25/2018, 6-8 p.m. For more information, see Featured Events (click here) -
Artist Membership Review
Check this website for an artist membership application and call the office at 508-228-0722. Reservations are required. -
Gray Lady – Blue to Black Skies
A juried show of atmospheric art -- from brilliant summer light to the darkest edges of night. Reception: 6/8/2018, 6-8 p.m., -
The Nature of Art: A Pat Gardner Retrospective
Conservation advocate, naturalist, bird carver, painter – the many sides of a Nantucket icon. Opens to the public 6/11/2018, weekdays 10-4 p.m., Visual Arts Center Reception: 6/28/2018, 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
Plein Air Nantucket Festival
Our 7th annual six-day painting festival, with daily Wet Walls of freshly painted works and the Frank Swift Chase Awards. Runs 6/12 - 6/17. Closing Reception & Awards: 6/17/2018, 6-8 p.m., Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery -
New Member Orientation
Did you join as an artist member in the past year? Come to the welcoming orientation and learn all you need to know about AAN. -
Moors & Moorings
There’s a wide range of artistic visions out there waiting for your discovery. Reception: 6/29/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
Sidewalk Art Show I
A free outdoor art show in the beautiful Atheneum garden featuring more than 20 AAN artist members. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. -
Annual Benefit Art Auction & Gala
AAN’s grandest event of the year takes place under the stars at the Great Harbor Yacht Club. Advanced tickets required. Call the office at 508-228-0722. -
Summer Small Works
Small subjects. Small works. Immense pleasure. Reception: 7/13/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
Circle Member Event
A celebration of our Circle Members. RSVP required. -
Master Artist Demonstration/C. Robert Perrin Series 1
Inspired by watercolorist C. Robert Perrin, this demonstration series features a different group of talented artists each year. This series is a benefit of AAN membership. New members are welcome at the door. 6-8 p.m. -
30 Miles at Sea
Our height-of-the-season exhibition of fresh new artworks. Reception: 8/3/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
AAN Annual Meeting
The annual meeting is open to all AAN members. Join your fellow members to review the year and learn what's new. Enjoy some late summer camaraderie. 5 p.m. -
Artist/Patron
Our height-of-the-season exhibition of fresh new artworks. Reception: 8/3/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
Sidewalk Art Show II
A free outdoor art show in the beautiful Atheneum garden featuring more than 20 AAN artist members. 10 a.m.-3 p.m... -
Master Artist Demonstration/C. Robert Perrin Series 2
Inspired by watercolorist C. Robert Perrin, this demonstration series features a different group of talented artists each year. This series is a benefit of AAN membership. New members are welcome at the door. 6-8 p.m. -
Donn Russell Print Collaborative
Free family fun. In honor of Donn Russell, master printmaker and AAN supporter. Make your mark exploring various printmaking techniques during this free event. Reception: 8/25/2018, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. -
Artist Membership Review
Check this website for an artist membership application and call the office at 508-228-0722. Reservations are required. -
10×10 Open
Our ever popular show of ten by ten inch paintings…open to all island artists, all ages. Reception: 9/7/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
Artist Membership Review
Check this website for an artist membership application and call the office at 508-228-0722. Reservations are required. -
Master Artist Demonstration/C. Robert Perrin Series 3
Inspired by watercolorist C. Robert Perrin, this demonstration series features a different group of talented artists each year. This series is a benefit of AAN membership. New members are welcome at the door. 6-8 p.m. -
Teen Portfolio
A student exhibition of recent work. Reception: 9/20/2018, 5:30-6:30 p.m. -
People’s Choice
Pick your favorite artworks. You decide, you vote. Reception: 9/28/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
Collector’s Showcase
Rare legacy artworks from the early Art Colony years. Dates: 10/2/2018-10/6/2018 daily 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Reception: 10/5/2018 5-7 p.m., 4 North Wharf -
Wet Paint/Fresh Works
Wet Paint/Fresh Works features both silent and live auctions and a benefit dinner. Silent & Live Auction Preview: 3 p.m., Live Auction: 5 p.m., Benefit Dinner: 6:30 p.m. This is a ticketed event. For more information please call the AAN Development Office at (508) 228-0722. -
All Things Great And Small
Tagline: An exhibition of new directions from our artists. Reception: 10/19/2018, 6-8 p.m. -
New Acquisitions 2018
An exhibition of new works in the AAN Permanent Collection Reception: 11/1/2018, 5:30-7:30 p.m. -
Holiday Small Works, and Cool Yule Holiday Party
Special art works for that special season. Plus a Cool Yule Holiday Party on Stroll Friday. Receptions: 11/23/2018 & 11/30/2018, both 5:30-7:30 p.m.
