Join the New York Academy of Art at Schoodic Institute in Winter Harbor, Maine from June 29 – July 6! Be inspired by the rocky coasts and forests of Maine's Acadia National Park in this plein air landscape painting retreat led by Ard Berge. Over eight days, explore nature drawing, the colors of sunlight on…

Join a small group for a six-day intensive workshop exploring bookbinding, photography, and nature walks in Acadia National Park. Led by bookmaker/photographer Eliot Dudik. Practice four different bindings. Daily split between classroom bookbinding tutorials and nature walks. Create a short edit and sequence of photographs, writings, sketches, etc. Participants bring their own cameras (cell phones…

Schoodic Institute's Seth Benz leads this leisurely tour to enhance enjoyment of birds in/around Acadia. Learn sight identification, bird habitats, and behavior. Based at Schoodic Institute. Cost $1,295 per participant. Day 1: Check-in 3pm, orientation 4:30pm, field birding, dinner, puffin presentation. Day 2: Morning bird walk, breakfast, travel to Steuben for 2-hr Petit Manan Island…

Transform your plein air painting skills in this week-long oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor workshop on the coast of Maine at Schoodic Institute. Includes a day trip to Corea, ME. Meals and accommodations at Schoodic Institute included. Workshop aimed at refining personal technique. Carol Douglas has 20 years' experience. One-week workshop is $1,818 (includes five…

An introductory workshop designed by Schoodic Arts for All for individuals looking to begin or improve their drawing skills, led by artist Mary Laury. This class will cover fundamental techniques and approaches to drawing in a supportive environment.

Join Schoodic Arts for All for the 16th Annual Schoodic Bike Ride. This popular community event offers a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the Schoodic area on scenic routes around the Schoodic Peninsula. Fun for various skill levels. Often includes different route options.

A camp experience presented by Schoodic Arts for All, focused on developing skills and creativity in various visual arts disciplines. Participants will explore different mediums and techniques such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or mixed media, under the guidance of experienced instructors. Designed to be fun and inspiring for young artists. (End Date: Duration TBD, check…

A camp designed by Schoodic Arts for All to introduce and develop skills in various aspects of theater arts, including acting, improvisation, voice, movement, and potentially stagecraft. A fun and engaging experience for aspiring young thespians, culminating in a possible showcase. (End Date: Duration TBD, check SAFA website; End Time: Specific times TBD)

The Schoodic Arts Festival is a vibrant multi-week celebration of the arts held each summer in Winter Harbor and the surrounding Schoodic Peninsula. It features an extensive schedule of daily workshops across diverse disciplines (visual arts, crafts, performance arts). Evenings are filled with concerts, theatrical performances, and lectures. A children's art tent provides creative activities.…

Plein air painting retreat for dedicated landscape painters. Held in Acadia National Park and Schoodic Peninsula. Led by artist Philip Frey. Daily on-site painting, afternoon demo/critique. Commuter: $1,175; Residential: $1,740 (includes lodging, meals). Applicants need plein-air experience and drawing proficiency (intermediate). Registration deadline June 1, 2025.