Rocky Neck Art Colony

Rocky Neck Art Colony Rocky Neck Art Colony is an energetic, creative community well known for its exceptional geographic
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Rocky Neck Art Colony is an energetic, creative community well known for its exceptional geographic beauty and rich cultural history.

NEW EXHIBITION + OPENING RECEPTION @ Cove Gallery‘Play as Practice’ is a five-artist exhibition which explores the relat...
05/21/2026

NEW EXHIBITION + OPENING RECEPTION @ Cove Gallery

‘Play as Practice’ is a five-artist exhibition which explores the relationship between formal work and studio play. Curated by Mallie Loring Pratt and Hanna Taylor Marino, the show brings together works by Pratt, Marino, Isabel Bacon, Margaret Sweet, and Julia Von Metzsch, five painters whose studio practices each walk the line between abstraction and representation.

Exhibition Dates: May 21–June 21
Opening Reception Date: Thursday, May 21, 5-7pm
Gallery Hours: Thursday-Saturday, 12-7pm; Sunday-Monday, 12-5pm
Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester

FINAL WEEKEND : ON DISPLAY THROUGH MAY 17The Language of PresenceA Solo Show by Robin ColodzinRobin Colodzin’s solo exhi...
05/16/2026

FINAL WEEKEND : ON DISPLAY THROUGH MAY 17
The Language of Presence
A Solo Show by Robin Colodzin

Robin Colodzin’s solo exhibition brings together three bodies of work: oil paintings that begin with close observation of the natural world and then depart from the immediate scene, allowing an invented reality to emerge; cave wall paintings that draw on the texture and sensibility of prehistoric cave art, reaching across time toward the earliest forms of human mark-making; and text paintings built from a journaling practice noting ordinary moments of sensory experience, letting the words themselves to become visual marks.

📍Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester
⏱️Gallery Hours: Saturday, 12-7pm & Sunday, 12-5pm

FINAL WEEKEND - On display through Sunday, May 17‘Emerging Perspectives’ is a juried exhibition highlighting the dynamic...
05/15/2026

FINAL WEEKEND - On display through Sunday, May 17

‘Emerging Perspectives’ is a juried exhibition highlighting the dynamic and evolving voices of the region’s next generation of artists. Selected by the RNAC Exhibitions Committee, the show presents a concise yet compelling collection that captures a pivotal moment of artistic development. Spanning a range of media, the works reflect a strong commitment to personal exploration and the formation of distinct visual languages.


Gallery Hours: Friday-Sunday, 12-5pm
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester

‘Rhythm and Rhyme’ is a juried exhibition showcasing work inspired by music or musical lyrics. The structural pattern of...
05/13/2026

‘Rhythm and Rhyme’ is a juried exhibition showcasing work inspired by music or musical lyrics. The structural pattern of music, including melody, harmony, tempo and texture, has long been a muse for the visual arts. A song’s lyric quality may also evoke powerful imagery and stir the imagination. The works by 24 artists in this exhibit represent the full range of musical inspiration, from highly literal responses to deeply emotional.

Gallery Hours: Friday-Sunday, 12-5pm
Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester

Come experience the collection, meet the artists, and enjoy an afternoon of refreshments and lively conversation at the Opening Reception on Sunday, May 24, from 4 to 6 pm.

Save the Date: The Journey of a Song, music and musings with Dan King and Dave Mattacks, Saturday, June 6. Details to follow.

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHTRNAC All Members MeetingWednesday, May 13, 5:30-7pmThe Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street...
05/13/2026

TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT
RNAC All Members Meeting
Wednesday, May 13, 5:30-7pm
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester

Join us at the next All Members Meeting to hear the latest news and upcoming events at Rocky Neck! It’s also a great way for Rocky Neck Art Colony artist members to connect with the community.

MONTHLY CLASSTai Chi – Qigong Foundations Wednesdays beginning May 27, 5:30-6:30pmThe Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 W...
05/12/2026

MONTHLY CLASS
Tai Chi – Qigong Foundations
Wednesdays beginning May 27, 5:30-6:30pm
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street

Rooted in centuries-old traditions, Tai Chi and Qigong focus on balance, flow, alignment, and mindful awareness, offering gentle yet powerful practices to enhance flexibility, stability, mental clarity, and overall well-being.

This monthly class is led by Suzanne Sweeney, a dedicated practitioner since 2007 and instructor since 2016, with extensive training in Tai Chi, Qigong, and holistic wellness. With a background that spans from biochemistry to energy-based healing practices, Suzanne brings a thoughtful, integrative approach to teaching—welcoming participants of all levels to experience the restorative benefits of these time-honored disciplines.

Cost: RNAC members - $20 | Non-RNAC members - $25

Sign up by visiting www.rockyneckartcolony.org.

Thanks to all who celebrated with us at the opening reception for Robin Colodzin’s solo exhibit, ‘The Language of Presen...
05/09/2026

Thanks to all who celebrated with us at the opening reception for Robin Colodzin’s solo exhibit, ‘The Language of Presence’ at the Cove Gallery. This show is on display through May 17.

📍Cove Gallery, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester
🕐Gallery Hours: Sunday-Monday, 12-5 pm; Thursday-Saturday, 12-7pm

Rocky Neck Historic Walking ToursSaturdays: May 23; June 20; July 18; August 22 | 11am-12:30pmTickets: $10 to RNAC membe...
05/09/2026

Rocky Neck Historic Walking Tours
Saturdays: May 23; June 20; July 18; August 22 | 11am-12:30pm
Tickets: $10 to RNAC members; $25 for non-members | Limited to 15 people

Join one of Rocky Neck Art Colony’s passionate volunteer guides for an insightful historic walking tour of Rocky Neck! Explore the neighborhood’s rich artistic and maritime past as you visit artists’ studios, historic fishing shacks, galleries, and more. Discover how today’s vibrant art scene continues to shape this iconic community.

Monthly tours begin in May and run through September—visit www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-rocky-neck-historic-walking-tour-prog to check the schedule and reserve your spot!

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CALL TO ARTISTSWe Hold These Truths...American StoriesJuly 3 - August 9, 2026The Cultural Center at Rocky NeckSubmission...
05/09/2026

CALL TO ARTISTS
We Hold These Truths...American Stories
July 3 - August 9, 2026
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck

Submissions Deadline: May 26

A juried exhibit presenting visual narratives in all media of what it is to be American now in all its voices, rich with complexity. Artists are invited to submit up to five works.

Visit www.rockyneckartcolony.org/blog/we-hold-these-truthsamerican-stories for full details and submittal requirements.

Photo credit: True West by Anne Rearick

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6 Wonson Street
Gloucester, MA
01930

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Monday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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