Maine Craft Weekend

Every year during the first weekend in October, Watershed welcomes visitors to campus for Maine Craft Weekend. This annual event offers an opportunity to explore art and craft studios throughout the state.

Please join us for the 2024 Maine Craft Weekend on October 4 & 5! Events will include:

Friday, October 4

5-7 PM: CAP Capstone Exhibition Opening Reception

Opening reception in Watershed’s Barkan Gallery for the Maine Craft Association’s annual Mentors & Apprentices exhibition featuring work by artists who took part in the 2024 Craft Apprentice Program. Featuring live music and refreshments, the opening reception is an opportunity for guests to meet the artists, learn about their creative processes, and browse completed pieces on display.

At the Joan Pearson Watkins House, 103 Cochran Road, Edgecomb ME.

Saturday, October 5

10 AM-2 PM: Barkan Gallery Hours

Visit the CAP Capstone Exhibition to see work ranging from green wood furniture making, basket weaving, natural dyeing & hand weaving, wood instrument creation, pottery, wood firing, and sustainable textiles.

At the Joan Pearson Watkins House, 103 Cochran Road, Edgecomb ME.

10 AM-12 PM: Wood Kiln Opening & Pottery Sale

Make your way down to the studio for a wood kiln opening and pottery sale with artist Tim Christensen and crew.

At the Windgate Studio, 19 Brick Hill Road, Newcastle ME.

12 PM: Windgate Studio & Commons Tour

End the day with a tour of our Windgate Studio and brand new Commons building with Executive Director David East.

At the Windgate Studio, 19 Brick Hill Road, Newcastle ME.