Since 1971 ยท Affordable ยท World-Class
We bring local and world-class live performances to Western Maine โ affordable, high-quality, and made possible by our community of members, volunteers, and supporters.
Local and world-class live performances throughout the year at the historic Nordica Auditorium and other Western Maine venues.
Every young person in the greater Farmington area can attend ArtsFarmington events free of charge through our Arts Inspire Youth initiative.
Our annual fall visual arts gathering โ a celebration of regional artists, makers, and creators built around the Tardigrade as a symbol of resilience and curiosity.
Performances at the historic Nordica Auditorium, Emery Community Arts Center, Farmington Public Library, and the Nordica Homestead Museum.
Members are the foundation of ArtsFarmington โ keeping ticket prices low and making free youth access possible.
Affiliated with the University of Maine at Farmington and sustained by partnerships with local businesses, foundations, and community organizations.
Arts Institute of Western Maine โ doing business as ArtsFarmington! โ has been bringing live performances to Farmington since 1971. We are a volunteer-run, all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization affiliated with the University of Maine at Farmington. Our mission is to inspire, enrich, educate, and entertain the communities of the greater Farmington area by presenting a broad array of affordable, high-quality arts events. From classical chamber music and string quartets to community-built visual arts experiences, we believe diverse arts experiences โ featuring both local and non-regional artists โ give vitality to community life. We perform primarily at the historic Nordica Auditorium on the UMF campus, named for the legendary Maine-born opera singer Lillian Nordica, with additional events at the Emery Community Arts Center, Farmington Public Library, and the Nordica Homestead Museum. Ticket sales cover only a portion of what it takes to bring world-class performers to Western Maine. Members, donors, and business sponsors keep the lights on โ and the music playing.
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