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Tiger Birth: Origins of Sea Free

Join us for our summer immersive exhibit Tiger Birth: Origins of Sea Free, featuring artefacts inspired by one of the creation stories of their universe. Artefacts are works of art…
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Rumpus 2023

We are excited for the return of Rumpus! This egalitarian art show, curated by Hydra Collective, showcases artists of all ages and all experiences working in a range of media.…
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We Are Not Yet Done

OPENING RECEPTION: 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 2, 2022 Engine welcomes the students from University of New England’s ART395 Studio Concentration Seminar in our latest exhibit – We Are…
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Tides Rise Us All

Tides Rise Us All 20 years of Compass Project August 19 – November 11, 2022 Opening Reception: Friday September 16, 5:30-7:30PM The Compass Project was founded in 2002 in Portland…
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Inhabit

Inhabit July 23 – August 4 163 Main Street, Biddeford, ME By chance or appointment Inhabit is a performance installation resulting from a visiting artist residency engagement in collaboration with…
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Evangelists of the Obvious

Evangelists of the Obvious June 4 – July 16 Engine’s gallery at 163 Main Street Opening Reception: Saturday June 4, 4:00-6:30PM Evangelists of the Obvious features three artists whose work aims…
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RUMPUS 2022

All ages. All skill levels. All are welcome! RUMPUS, meaning a noisy disturbance, commotion, hubbub, uproar, or fracas, is Engine’s annual non-juried event, back for its 8th year after a…
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Climate [In] Action

Climate [In] Action January 20 – March 8 2022 Opening and Interactive Workshop: Saturday February 19, 3-5PM* Extended through March 8! Jill Pelto is an artist and scientist whose work…
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In the Dirt

In the Dirt December 3 2021 – January 14 2022 a duet Engine Main Gallery, 163 Main Street Opening Reception December 3, 5:00 – 9:00PM In the Dirt is an exploration…
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A view of a gallery installation

Engine Studios Group Show

Engine Studios Group Show June 18 – July 31, 2021 163 Main Street, Biddeford, ME Join us for an exhibition of current work by artists and makers that work out…
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What people are saying about Engine...

Partnering with UNE, Engine has offered professional level gallery and classroom experiences for undergraduate and local students enrolled in arts classes as well as a venue to see art by both regionally and nationally recognized artists.
Stephen Burt
University of New England
Engine is and has been a focal point of downtown Biddeford for many years for so many artists and creative spirits. It is a go-to for me: a retreat, a destination, a source for connection and ideas and community.
Laura Dunn
Artist
Engine is a wonderful place to work surrounded by wonderful people who have infused so much love and light into the downtown of Biddeford. I cannot imagine a bright future in the town without this wonderful organization.
Savanna Pettengill
Artist & Arts Teacher
Engine fuels the creativity of our city, making it the hub for youth and adults alike to feed their spirits, expand their skills, and create a better future for all of us.
Stephanie Edwards
Community Action Committee