The Festival of Arts held an awards ceremony for local artists at Abbot Hall last week. The showcase featured sculpture, mixed media, painting, photography, drawing, and other mediums. Artist Nicole Alexandrou won the Don Howard Award in the category of mixed media for her piece “Nature Anthology.” Alexandrou also had a piece in the show titled “I’m Just a Girl,” which … [Read more...] about Marbleheaders put their artistic abilities on exhibit
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Concert line up for the Marblehead Festival of Arts
The 58th Marblehead Festival of Arts (MFoA) Performing Arts Committee is excited to announce our 2024 Concerts @ Crocker Park lineup bringing together more than 75 performers, sharing a wide variety of musical genres including jazz, salsa, Cajun/zydeco, reggae, folk, soul, R&B, and some good old rock ‘n roll. “After the incredible 2023 Concerts @ Crocker Park series and … [Read more...] about Concert line up for the Marblehead Festival of Arts
Festival of Arts unveils new creative opportunities
The 58th annual Festival of Arts will unveil new events this year and will be running from its opening on June 30 until July 7. "We can't wait to welcome visitors to Marblehead for this year's festival," Festival President Jodi-Tatiana Charles said. "Marblehead isn't just a place you pass through; it's a destination worth exploring. Our festival is a gathering of our … [Read more...] about Festival of Arts unveils new creative opportunities
Marblehead Literary Festival returns July 1
The Marblehead Festival of Arts’ popular Literary Festival, known originally as Writers World, returns this year after a brief pandemic hiatus. Returning with it is the always-popular writing contest, along with a full slate of speakers, panels, and workshops of interest to writers and readers alike. Abbot Public Library Director Kimberly Grad recently stepped in as acting … [Read more...] about Marblehead Literary Festival returns July 1