RUMPUS 2022

December 21, 202412:15 pm - 12:15 pm

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 two year hiatus. Featuring 150 artworks by artists of all ages, all skill levels. All are welcome!

Newly formed Hydra Art Collective is proud to host this egalitarian art show open to all in 2022.

Located at Engine, 163 Main Street, Biddeford, for 6 weeks. Opening reception on April 1st from 5 – 9pm, and closing on May 13th from 5 – 9pm. Part of the show will be weekly artist talks hosted in the space, so follow Hydra Collective on Instagram to stay tuned!

Gallery Hours

Thursdays 1:30-4:30PM
Fridays 4:00-8:00PM
Saturdays 4:00-8:00PM
Sundays 12:00-4:00PM

Please note that some themes explored in these works may be challenging, and viewer discretion is advised. The gallery is staffed by artists and volunteers that may not be familiar with all works. Sales of artwork in this exhibition benefit the artist and Engine’s nonprofit mission.

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