About the area

Below are some popular activities and places to enjoy in and around Rockland. For more information about other things to see and do here, visit the Maine Office of Tourism or the local Chamber of Commerce.

Arts in Rockland

AIR organizes regular art walks every first Friday night of the month from 5 to 8 p.m. in June, July and August as well as special opening-night receptions and events throughout the year.

Farnsworth Art Museum

A nationally recognized collection of American art since the 18th century, including dedicated collections of work by the Wyeth family, and sculptor Louise Nevelson. Open free on Wednesday evenings from 5-8 PM.

Owls Head Transporation Museum

Celebrating the history of transporation, with several huge exhibition halls housing historical cars, airplanes, and more. Founded in 1974 as a nonprofit organization, the Museum relies on the participation of its members.

Center for Maine Contemporary Art Now located in their exciting and modern building in Rockland across from the Farnsworth, CMCA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of contemporary art in Maine. Check out the current exhibit! The Center for Maine Contemporary Art is a nonprofit organization advancing contemporary art in Maine through exhibitions and educational programs.

Maine Media WorkshopsAn internationally renowned school for photography, film & video, and music.

Center for Furniture Craftsmanship A year-round woodworking school focusing on furniture-making, carving, marquetry, and more.

Maine Sport Outfitters

Offering both rental and retail services for kayaking, cycling, camping, and more in the Mid-Coast area.

Atlantic Challenge

Traditional wooden boatbulding and sailing, including an apprenticeship school.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

Please register as early as possible. If everyone waits till the last minute, we may end up having to cancel a class due to low enrollment. On the other hand, please do check with us right up to a start date…there might still be a space for you!!

Do contact us with any questions.

The fee for each class is indicated in its Class Description as well as on the Schedule. The deposit per workshop, is on your Registration form and is due when you sign up. We'll reserve your space once we receive your payment! Balance due information is either on your Registration Form or in the Policies at the end. We'll notify you when it's coming up.

Please read the Policies Statement at the bottom off the Registration Form for Payment, Cancellation and Refund details.

If you plan to pay your balance by credit card, we'll automatically charge your card on the Balance Due Date unless you tell us differently. Please let us know if the card information changes. Thanks!