DIAA Gallery Celebrates 50 years

by Maureen Farr
Founded in 1973, the DIAA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts through exhibitions and education. In addition to artist exhibitions, the Association conducts educational outreach, convening local artists, students, and the extended community for discussions and other events related to the visual arts.

DIAA welcomes new members of all ages , including  professional and emerging artists and patrons – and it is easy to join.

The organization has approximately 100 fine art and fine craft artists (painters, sculptors, printmakers, jewelers, photographers, fiber artists and more) and patrons interested in the arts. Most live in Maine at least part of the year, but there is no residency requirement.

As a member-run, all-volunteer Association, members manage the Gallery, hang and promote exhibitions, and conduct community outreach. Exhibitions change every two weeks during the summer months.  

Member artists are committed to promoting the visual arts in this part of Maine, supporting local student artists, and encouraging conversations about the arts within the community.

The gallery, located on Main Street in Deer Isle village, is open from 10 am to 5 pm every day except Monday.

As the DIAA Gallery celebrates a half century, Arts Guide wishes them another successful half century! 

For more information: www.deerisleartists.com, call the Gallery at 207-598-9656,  or visit the gallery at 15 Main Street, Deer Isle.