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The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
2026 Exhibitions

Emerging Perspectives
Works by Artists 18-30

April 10 – May 17
This annual show engages a young population of artists in the history and future of RNAC. We offer emerging artists an opportunity for exposure and experience working with a gallery.

mage: Gordon Goetemann, “Movement Two”, oil on canvas, 2009, based on the Second Symphony of Gustav Mahler. Image courtesy of the Goetemann Gallery.

Rhythm and Rhyme
Works Inspired by Music and Lyrics 

May 22 – June 28
The structural pattern of music, including melody, harmony, tempo and tone has long been a muse for the visual arts. Similarly, a song’s lyric quality may evoke powerful imagery and stir the imagination. With this open juried show by the RNAC Exhibitions Committee, artists are invited to submit up to five works inspired by music or musical lyrics in any media.
Image: Movement Two by Gordon Geotemann

American Stories

We Hold These Truths…
American Stories

July 3 – August 9
An exhibit presenting visual narratives of what it is to be American now. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, with hopes of fostering understanding and appreciation of the multiplicity of American experience and giving visitors a chance to see themselves reflected in it.
Photo credit: True West by Anne Rearick

Making an Impression

Making an Impression
Traditional & Contemporary Printmaking

August 14 – September 20
Making an Impression, a curated group show, brings together artists who use printmaking technology—from hand cut woodblocks to digital files—to create work that ranges from traditional prints to experimental, multimedia pieces.

YES RNAC Members Show

YES! Year End Show – All Members

A veritable salon of recent artworks from all our members. A large exhibition of many genres of art, in celebration of the creative spirit alive at RNAC.


Click HERE to view past Rocky Neck Art Colony Cultural Center Exhibitions.

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Rocky Neck Art Colony*
6 Wonson Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
PO Box 1451 • Gloucester, MA 01931
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The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck*
6 Wonson Street • Gloucester, MA 01930
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Phone: 978-515-7004
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Cove Gallery
37 Rocky Neck Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
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Salted Cod Arthouse & RNAC Salted Cod Artists Gallery
53 Rocky Neck Avenue • Gloucester, MA 01930
Hours: Wed-Fri, 3-10pm; Sat & Sun, 11:30am-10pm
Gallery Hours: Wed-Sun, 12-10pm

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