York Arts & Antiques Week is a celebration of York's arts and antiques heritage presented by the Museums of Old York and the York Art Association, in collaboration with the York Public Library, Historic New England's Sayward Wheeler House and local arts and antiques businesses. This collaborative event will feature a range of programs highlighting our museums, art galleries, public library and antiques shops. Sunday, September 7th through Saturday, September 13, 2008. A copy of the York Arts & Antiques Week flyer is availableonline as a PDF.
Special thanks to Riverbend Antiques, sponsor of York Arts & Antiques Week!
Featured Events
These featured events are the very hallmark of York Arts & Antiques Week and showcase the various nonprofit partners involved in the celebration.
Museums of Old York: Old York Antiques Show
The inaugural antiques show at the Museums of Old York will take place September 12-13,2008. The event will feature 20 of America's top antiques dealers, including W.M. Schwind, Jr., Jonathan Trace, Hollis Broderick and Sharon Platt of the Antiquarium, James and Nancy Glazer and Fiske & Freeman. The Antiques Show will highlight exceptional silverand brass, furniture, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, oriental rugs and art, nautical items, textiles, folk and decorative art, prints and books. Proceeds from the show support the museum’s education, outreach and curatorial programs, which serve over 20,000 children and families each year. The Old York Antiques Show will take place at the Remick Barn, 3 Lindsay Road in YorkVillage and runs Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $10 for the Antiques Show or $15 for both the Antiques Show and museum. Click here for more information about the Antiques Show.
York Art Association: Art in the Park
The York Art Association’s Art in the Park will feature fine arts and crafts by the region’s best artists, including Denis Leblanc, Gloria Gustafson, Mimi Carpenter, Gerald Robillard and Judith Baker. Located at Moulton Park (Route 1A) in York Harbor. Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 a.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. at Moulton Park (Route 1A) in York Harbor. For more information, visit the York Art Association online!
Museums of Old York: Antiques Show Preview Party
The Old York Antiques Show will begin with an elegant preview party on Thursday, September 11, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Remick Barn, 3 Lindsay Road in York Village. Guests will have an exclusive preview of dealer booths and the first opportunity to purchase antiques while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and cocktails. Tickets for the preview party are $75. Patrons who donate $125 will be recognized at the event and invited to a private dinner following the Preview Party. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling the Museums of Old York at (207) 363-4974.
George Marshall Store Gallery: Gary Haven Smith & Connie Hayes
Join us for the opening reception of two exhibitions at the George Marshall Store Gallery. The main level gallery will host New Hampshire sculptor Gary Haven Smith's Recent Work. Gary's choice of materials and sensitive application of incised patterns, patinas and polished surfaces are tied to his love and respect for the New England landscape. The dock level gallery will feature Connie Hayes' Small Pastels, an exhibition of almost thirty new pastel paintings focusing on familiar local sights. Saturday, September 13 from 5:00 ~ 7:00 p.m. at the George Marshall Store Gallery, 140 Lindsay Road in York Village. The exhibit runs through October 26. For more information, visit the George Marshall Store Gallery online!
Museums of Old York: Early New England Ceramics
Join the Museums of Old York for this special afternoon tea, a part of the museum's inaugural Antiques Show! Emerson Baker, Professor of History at Salem State College, will present a look at Early New England Ceramics at the Elizabeth Bishop Perkisn Boathouse. Following the program, join us for a tour and tea on the porch of this riverside estate. Friday, September 12th from 2:00 ~ 3:30 p.m. at the Elizabeth Bishop Perkins Boathouse. $35 includes lecture, afternoon tea, tour and admission to the Antiques Show. Seating limited to 18. Please reserve tickets in advance by calling (207) 363-4974.
York Public Library: Collecting, Buying and Enjoying Fine Art
Rose Safran, local author and arts writer, and Mary Harding, Curator of Contemporary Art at the Museums of Old York's George Marshall Store Gallery, will lead a conversation on Collecting, Buying and Enjoying Fine Art. York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road in York Village. Thursday, September 11th from noon to 1 p.m.
Museums of Old York: Colonial Era Furniture of Southern Maine
Join the Museums of Old York for this special luncheon program, a part of the museum's inaugural Antiques Show! Thomas B. Johnson, Curator of Collections at Canterbury Shaker Village, presents a special program for lovers of antique furniture. The program starts at the Elizabeth Bishop Perkisn Boathouse with a boxed luncheon and discussion of the history of Southern Maine furniture. From there, participants will be taken on a private tour of the Emerson-Wilcox House, home to some of the museum's finest furniture pieces. Saturday, September 13th from noon ~ 2:00 p.m. at the Elizabeth Bishop Perkins Boathouse. $50 includes lecture, lunch, tour and admission to the Antiques Show. Seating is limited. Please reserve tickets in advance by calling (207) 363-4974.
York Art Association: 2008 Fall Show
Members of the York Art Association will exhibit their work in a juried show judged by Mary Harding, Curator of Contemporary Art at the Museums of Old York's George Marshall Store Gallery. York Art Association, 394 York Street in York Harbor. Opening recpetion Friday, September 12th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. The exhibit runs through October 6. For more information, visit the York Art Association online!
Museums of Old York: An Introduction to Antique Quilts
Betsey Telford, expert on antique quilts and their restoration, will give an informative talk about the history of American quilts. Rocky Mountain Quilts, 130 York Street in York Village. Saturday, September 13 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Space is limited. Call the Museums of Old York at (207) 363-4974 to reserve your space. For more information about Betsey Telford and the quilts she has available, visit Rocky Mountain Quilts online!
Art Galleries, Studios & Exhibits
The following artists, art studios, galleries and public art spaces have partnered with us to celebrate York Arts & Antiques Week!
Beyond the Sea
Original oil paintings by Douglas Taylor, photography by Antonia DeSoto and a selection of distinctive gifts for the home. 240 York Street in York Village. Tuesday through Friday 10 to 6, Saturday 10 to 5 and Sunday 10 to 2. A wine and cheese reception will be held on Saturday, September 13th from 2 to 9 p.m. To learn more, visit Beyond the Sea online!
Bradley's Custom Frame Shop
Maine native Earl Bradley's frame shop in York Village is also a gallery showing his wonderful photographs and the work of other area artists. The large selection of custom frames allow you to choose exactly the right style to showcase your own piece of art! 273 York Street in York Village.
George Burk Exhibit
An exhibit of landscape paintings from the coast of Maine. York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road in York Village. Tuesday through Friday 10 to 5, Saturday 10 to 2. For more information, visit the York Public Library online!
Kathy Carter & Helen Rose Hennessy Exhibit
Local artists Kathy Carter and Helen Rose Hennessy will exhibit their work at the Lobster Cove Restaurant, 756 York Street in York Beach.
Gail Claes Studio
A native New Englander, Gail Claes works primarily in oils and has been active in several Art Associations. 210 Route 103 in York. Open house reception September 11 through 13 from 11 to 4. For more information, visit Gail Claes' Studio online!
Barbara Heintz Exhibit
A juried member of the Newburyport Art Association, Barbara will exhibit her oil paintings at The Rowan Tree Cafe, 241 York Street in York Village. Weekdays 10 to 5 and Saturday 10 to 3.
Perry Studio & Gallery
Ongoing painting demonstrations and large exhibit of originals and prints by artist John Richard Perry, Sr., at Shelton's in York Beach. Open daily 9 to 9.
Powder House Gallery
The historic Powder House, which stored gunpowder during the Revolutionary War, is now a gallery showcasing original watercolors and prints by Joanne Campbell. 276 York Street in York Village. Open house Friday, September 12th from noon to 9:00 p.m. The gallery is also open by appointment, just call (207) 351-2979!
River Current Studio & Gallery
Assemblage, collage and mixed media sculpture by Rosalind Fedeli. 2 Mill Dam Road, York. Wine and cheese reception hosted by the artist on Tuesday, September 9th from 1 to 5.
Sea Rose Gallery
Watercolors, oils and pastels by Helen Rose Hennessy. 325 Long Beach Avenue in York Beach. Open daily during York Arts & Antiques Week from 1 to 7. Wine and cheese reception Wednesday, September 10th from 5 to 7. Sea Rose Gallery will donate 10% of all sales during York Arts & Antiques Week to the Museums of Old York!
Stonecrop Gallery
A unique gallery with a strong artistic legacy hosting work by Dana Berenson and Henry Horenstein, professor of photography at RISD. 805 Shore Road, Cape Neddick. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Closed Wednesday. For more information, visit Stonecrop Gallery online!
Village Gallery
The Village Gallery exhibits work by more than forty local artists, including founder Gloria Gustafson. The gallery is located at 244 York Street in York Village and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4:00 p.m. A wine and cheese reception will be held on Saturday, September 13th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. As a special promotion, 10% of all sales on September 13th will be donated to the Museums of Old York! To learn more about the gallery, please visit the Village Gallery online!
Antiques Shops
The following antiques shops and galleries have partnered with us to celebrate York Arts & Antiques Week!
Riverbend Antiques
Riverbend Antiques specializes in China trade paintings, art glass, pairpoint glass, puzzles and more. They have an eclectic collection of unusual art and antiques from Victorian wicker furniture on a wrap-around porch to textiles, art glass and Bernini beds. This fine antiques shop will host an open house September 10th through 14th from noon to 6 p.m. and is well worth a visit. Riverbend Antiques is located at 439 York Street in York Harbor. Thanks to Riverbend Antiques for sponsoring York Arts & Antiques Week!
Bell Farm Antiques
A group shop with antique furniture, accessories and specialty items. 244 U.S. Route One, one mile south of I-95 in York. Open 10 to 5; closed Wednesdays. Present this flyer during York Arts & Antiques Week for a 10% discount on your purchase! To learn more, visit Bell Farm Antiques online!
Cape Neddick Antiques Center
A multi-dealer marketplace with antiques and decorative accessories from the 18th through 20th centuries. U.S. Route One, two-thirds of a mile north of I-95, Cape Neddick. Open daily 10 to 5. To learn more, visit the Cape Neddick Antiques Center online!
Carriage House Antiques
A high-quality group shop featuring 18th and 19th century furniture, art, mirrors, lamps, china, glass, pottery, jewelry, linens, silver, toys, garden and architectural items. Open year round 10 to 5, closed Wednesday. 1399 U.S. Route One, Cape Neddick.
Columbary House Antiques
Celebrating our 25th year! Antiques, collectibles and decorative accessories. 1286 U.S. Route One, Cape Neddick. Open daily 10 to 5. Wine and cheese reception Friday, September 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet the dealers, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and receive a 20% discount on a single item above $20 by showing your Old York Antiques Show admission sticker! To learn more, visit Columbary House Antiques online!
Cranberry Hill Lighting
Reproduction and period lighting. 1280 U.S. Route One, Cape Neddick. Open Wednesday through Saturday, 9 to 5, Sunday 1 to 5. During York Arts & Antiques Week, take 50% off all hand-painted lamp shades! To learn more, visit Cranberry Hill Lighting online!
Fiona's Porch
Vintage, antique, new and gently used home and garden furnishings and accessories. 7 York Street in York. Open daily from 10 to 5. Annual porch and garden sale September 6 and 7 -- all items outside or on the porch 20% to 50% off! To learn more, visit Fiona's Porch online!
The Little Red Hen
A wonderful gift shop with a variety of antiques and collectibles. Browsers welcome! 148 Woodbridge Road in York. Open 10 to 5; closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Tangibles
A new concept store in Cape Neddick features a diverse group of veteran dealers. Corner of Clark Road and U.S. Route One, one mile north of I-95, Cape Neddick. Open daily 10 to 5. To learn more, visit Tangibles online!
Bob Withington Antiques
European and American furnishings and garden ornaments. 511 U.S. Route One, York. Monday through Saturday 10 to 5. Visit us at the Old York Antiques Show!
The York Antiques Gallery
A fine multiple dealer shop offering 18th and 19th century furniture and decorative accessories. Located on U.S. Route One, one mile north of I-95. Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thanks to The York Antiques Gallery for sponsoring the inaugural Old York Antiques Show! To learn more, please visit The York Antiques Gallery online!
Hotels, Inns and B&Bs
The following hotels, inns and B&Bs have partnered with us to celebrate York Arts & Antiques Week!
Candleshop Inn Bed & Breakfast
A ten guestroom bed and breakfast overlooking Short Sands Beach. 44 Freeman Street, York Beach. For more information, visit the Candleshop Inn Bed & Breakfast online!
The Cliff House Resort & Spa
A beautiful seaside resort with spectacular ocean views! 591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick. For more information, visit The Cliff House Resort & Spa online!
Chapman Cottage Bed & Breakfast Inn
With six exclusive guest rooms and suites, a dining room restaurant and a wine and martini bar, Chapman Cottage is a perfect place to experience the charming seaside village of York Harbor. 370 York Street in York Harbor. For more information, visit Chapman Cottage Bed & Breakfast Inn online!
Dockside Guest Quarters
Dockside Guest Quarters is s et on a private seven acre peninsula surrounded by the rocky coast. 22 Harris Island Road, York. For more information, visit Dockside Guest Quarters online!
Inn at Harmon Park
A charming fourteen room Victorian Inn near the ocean. 415 York Street in York Harbor. For more information, visit the Inn at Harmon Park online!
Microtel Inn & Suites
A 57-room hotel close to area beaches, outlet shopping and restaurants. 6 Market Place Drive in York. For more information, visit the York Microtel Inn & Suites online!
Stage Neck Inn
Situated on a peninsula overlooking York Harbor, this seaside resort offers a full-service spa, golf club privileges, clay tennis courts, two swimming pools and fine dining. 8 Stage Neck Road in York Harbor. For more information visit Stage Neck Inn online!
Union Bluff Hotel
The Union Bluff Hotel has been keeping a watchful eye over the shores of Short Sands Beach since 1868. 8 Beach Street in York Beach. For more information, visit the Union Bluff Hotel online!
York Harbor Inn
An oceanfront resort with accommodations in five historic buildings along with spa services and fine dining with an ocean view. 480 York Street in York Harbor. For more information, visit the York Harbor Inn online!