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Salem Arts’ Annual Holiday Market

Creative Collective Team

Going back to 2012, Salem Arts brings together artists and makers from our membership and the greater North Shore for our Holiday Artists’ Market at Salem’s historic Old Town Hall. Held on Small Business Saturday, the juried 2-story market features handmade art, character performers, and live music. Organized by our member volunteers, it’s a labor of love and a joy …

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North Shore Art Scholarships: $3,500 Supporting Creative Futures

Salem Arts Association‘s North Shore art scholarships are transforming young artists’ futures this spring. Furthermore, this respected organization awards $3,500 to graduating seniors pursuing careers in the visual and performing arts. Additionally, Salem Arts Association’s investments create lasting impacts on our region’s creative economy. Salem Arts Association: Champion of Creative Communities Salem Arts Association understands that creative talent drives economic …

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Salem Arts Association Welcomes New Director Patti Baker

The Salem Arts Association is entering an exciting new chapter with the appointment of Patti Baker as Director, a role made possible through the generous support of the Margaret and Michael Schrage Fund. For Salem’s vibrant creative community, this announcement signals fresh energy and renewed possibilities. A Leader with Deep Roots in North Shore Arts Baker brings an impressive track …

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Salem Arts Association Presents: “Inspired by PEM” and “Minimalism” Exhibitions

  The Salem Arts Association is delighted to unveil two new exhibitions, “Inspired by PEM” and “Minimalism,” both made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM). These exhibitions open a window to the vibrant local art scene, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary and minimalist art. Exhibition Highlights 1. Inspired by PEM The 18th Annual PEM …

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Salem Public Art Commission announces Public Art Opportunity & Performance Mini Grants

A painting shows multiple overlapping human faces in yellow and blue tones, with orange and purple circular shapes scattered across a textured blue and green background—an expressive piece featured by the Salem Arts Association to inspire local students.

Salem Arts Association Presents Two Scholarships To Local Students

From The Salem Arts Association This year Salem Arts Association is proudly presenting two scholarships to two local students who will attending college in the Fall, with a focus on the arts. The recipient of the 2021 Ellen Hardy Memorial Arts Scholarship is Erin Survilas. Erin is graduating from Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School and will be attending Montserrat …

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#shareHerStory – Salem Arts Association Welcomes New Director and Artist in Residence

by Joey PhoenixImages courtesy of Salem Arts Association This month, Creative Collective is celebrating Women’s History Month! Follow along as we tell the stories of women small business owners and woman-led organizations. Salem Arts Association has welcomed Heather Stewart (she/her/hers) as President and Sara Ashodian (she/her/hers) as Artist in Residence in 2021. The first exhibition of the year will feature Ashodian’s …