Salem Arts Association | Community Arts Organization

About the Member

Salem Arts Association | Community Arts Gallery | Salem MA

About Us

Founded in 2007, Salem Arts Association is an entirely volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization located in Salem’s historic Derby Street district. Our mission is to bring art in all its forms to the community and bring the community in all its diversity to the arts in Salem, Massachusetts. Situated between the House of Seven Gables and Salem Maritime National Historic Site, we serve as a cultural hub for artists and art enthusiasts alike.

Our Programs & Services

We offer year-round exhibitions, workshops, events and gallery space that showcase diverse artistic talents across all media and disciplines. Our historic 159 Derby Street location provides an immersive arts experience that’s free and open to the public.

Core Offerings
  • Gallery Exhibitions
  • Artist Membership Programs
  • Educational Workshops
  • Performance Events
  • Retail Art Shop
  • Community Partnerships
Specialty Services/Features

We provide unique opportunities for artists and art lovers to connect, create, and engage with Salem’s vibrant arts community.

Key Features
  • Free Gallery Admission
  • North American Reciprocal Museum Benefits
  • Member Discounts at Local Businesses
  • Artist Exhibition Opportunities
  • Scholarship Programs
Gallery Experience

Our gallery showcases rotating exhibitions featuring work from over 250 member artists across various mediums including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and more. The historic building’s atmosphere creates an intimate setting for experiencing contemporary and traditional artwork.

Highlights
  • Located in Salem’s Historic Derby Street District
  • Volunteer-Run Organization Since 2007
  • Partnership with Peabody Essex Museum
  • Support for Local Artists
  • Community-Focused Programming
Location & Contact

Visit Us

159 Derby Street

Salem, MA 01970

Connect

Phone: 978-745-4850

Email: info@salemarts.org

Website: https://salemarts.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SalemArtsAssociation

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salemarts/

Keywords: Salem art gallery, community arts, artist membership, Derby Street Salem, nonprofit arts organization, Massachusetts art exhibitions

Mission Statement: To bring art, in all its forms, to the community and bring the community, in all its diversity, to the arts in Salem, Massachusetts.

Salem Arts Association is committed to inclusivity, diversity, and respect for all people. We welcome everyone in our community and offer a safe and prejudice-free environment in which every individual is respected, understood, and appreciated for who they are and how they identify.

 

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