Somerville Arts Council

Somerville Arts Council Local arts agency of the City of Somerville The latest news and events from the Somerville Arts Council.

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SAC and the Inside-Out Gallery presents featured artist Sri Thumati's Birdsong. An ode to Spring and a celebration of re...
05/30/2026

SAC and the Inside-Out Gallery presents featured artist Sri Thumati's Birdsong. An ode to Spring and a celebration of renewal Somerville artist Sri Thumati brings the organic process of cyanotype to life in her Inside-Out Gallery exhibit, Birdsong (on view through July 1st). Find out more by visiting: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/events/srithumati_birdsong/

About Birdsong.....
My artistic practice is an expression of my connection with the natural world in a tangible way that is also sensory in process. Nature evokes a sense of wonder in me. Exploring it in my work makes me feel anchored, while engaging with the enigma of the photographic medium.

🤝 Community is at the heart of ArtBeat.Every year, ArtBeat brings together local organizations, neighbors, artists, acti...
05/28/2026

🤝 Community is at the heart of ArtBeat.

Every year, ArtBeat brings together local organizations, neighbors, artists, activists, educators, and community leaders to celebrate the incredible diversity and creativity of Somerville.

If your organization serves, supports, educates, uplifts, or connects our community — we would love to invite you to join us at ArtBeat 2026! We especially encourage booths with interactive activities, community engagement, or creative experiences for festival attendees.

Application deadline: Monday, June 15
Apply here: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/calls/artbeat-community-organizations-call/

✍️ Simple. Creative. Yours.Here’s how to participate in Make Your Voice Heard:*Write a short, original quote or phrase*E...
05/26/2026

✍️ Simple. Creative. Yours.

Here’s how to participate in Make Your Voice Heard:
*Write a short, original quote or phrase
*Explore transformation, REVolution, or challenging the status quo
*Submit your idea (it can be just a few words!)

That’s it. No long application—just your voice.

Submit through the link here:
https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/call-for-participation-make-your-voice-heard/

đź“Ł Be Part of ArtBeat 2026!Calling local community organizations, social service groups, arts organizations, and City dep...
05/22/2026

đź“Ł Be Part of ArtBeat 2026!

Calling local community organizations, social service groups, arts organizations, and City departments — applications are now open for ArtBeat 2026!

Join thousands of residents and visitors in Davis Square for a full day of music, art, food, performances, and community connection at Somerville’s annual multicultural arts festival.

* Share your work
* Connect with the community
* Engage with approximately 10,000 attendees
* Celebrate creativity and culture together

Festival: Saturday, July 18 | Rain date: Sunday, July 19
Deadline to apply: Monday, June 15

Apply here: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/calls/artbeat-community-organizations-call/

📣 Your voice matters. Your words create change.This year’s ArtBeat theme is REVolution—and we’re inviting you to be part...
05/19/2026

đź“Ł Your voice matters. Your words create change.

This year’s ArtBeat theme is REVolution—and we’re inviting you to be part of it.
Through this call, we’re creating space for community voices to reflect on transformation, identity, resistance, and possibility.

Selected submissions will be:
*Displayed along the Community Bike Path
*Featured in an interactive experience at ArtBeat

Learn more + submit through the link here:
https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/call-for-participation-make-your-voice-heard/

Art reception alert!! The Community Collections series kicks off at City of Somerville City Hall, transforming its hall...
05/18/2026

Art reception alert!! The Community Collections series kicks off at City of Somerville City Hall, transforming its halls and walls into a mini-gallery for community and student artwork. Find out more, go here: https://tinyurl.com/mvuxmc7e

The inaugural exhibit “RE-discovering Open Studios" pays homage to Somerville Open Studios, featuring local artists in their studios, their work, and vintage SOS posters from past years. Join us for a reception on Monday, May 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Ave., 2nd Floor.

Meet the SAC May Artists of the Month: The dynamic duo team from New Impressions Print Studio, Andrew Stearns and Stacy ...
05/17/2026

Meet the SAC May Artists of the Month: The dynamic duo team from New Impressions Print Studio, Andrew Stearns and Stacy Friedman. Discover more about their practice in an interview with fellow artist Kerrie Kemperman by visiting: https://somervilleartscouncil.org/aotm/2026/andrew-stearns-stacy-friedman-may-2026-artists-of-the-month/

This community print shop is nestled in the heart of East Somerville, providing a supportive artistic environment, specialized equipment, and classes for artists working in the medium of printmaking.

MAY 17: SOMERVILLE MUSIC MIXERMeet, mingle, and connect with others in the Somerville Music Ecosystem. Join us on Sunda...
05/16/2026

MAY 17: SOMERVILLE MUSIC MIXER
Meet, mingle, and connect with others in the Somerville Music Ecosystem.

Join us on Sunday, May 17, 4-6pm at Portico Brewing, 101 South Street, in Union Square.
Bring flyers and cards!

Hosted by Somerville Arts Council, Music Ambassador Ajda Snyder &

RSVP is appreciated, https://maymusicmixer.eventbrite.com/

Attend the next SomerWrites event at on May 19 (7pm), featuring an open mic and guest talk with local writer , moderate...
05/14/2026

Attend the next SomerWrites event at on May 19 (7pm), featuring an open mic and guest talk with local writer , moderated by Somerville Arts Council Board member .

These events are free and open to all, no matter your genre or background! Whether you have academic experience in a writing field or are simply curious to learn more about different types of writing, this space is an opportunity for you to share your work and/or network with local artists.

***This will be the final event of the spring 2026 edition, taking a break over the summer and potentially returning this fall!***

🎤 Make Your Voice Heard!What does REVolution mean to you?We’re inviting our community to share short, original quotes or...
05/12/2026

🎤 Make Your Voice Heard!

What does REVolution mean to you?
We’re inviting our community to share short, original quotes or phrases that explore transformation, challenge the status quo, and spark new ways of thinking.

Your words could become part of ArtBeat 2026—featured along the Community Bike Path and in an interactive experience at the festival.

Whether it’s a mini manifesto or just 3 powerful words—we want to hear it!

Submit through the link here:
https://somervilleartscouncil.org/artbeat/call-for-participation-make-your-voice-heard/

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50 Evergreen Avenue
Somerville, MA
02145

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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