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About Us

Established in 1922, NSAA has been serving the local community and beyond for over 100 years with the mission to make the arts accessible and relevant.

Events for Visitors

Feature events include art exhibitions, receptions, our annual fundraising auction, art demos, educational offerings, community outreach and more!

Workshops

We offer a compelling line-up of fine art workshops for artists of all levels of experience, in a wide range of techniques and media. Learn from some of the regions finest art instructors!

Get Involved

We welcome your active participation! Whether as a volunteer, funding an award, helping fund our annual appeal or donating an important piece to our permanent collection. See how you can help!

Upcoming Events

Events

Today

  • Showroom Gallery

    North Shore Arts of Gloucester 11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA, United States

    Artist Members Only! Each member is allowed to display up to 2 works at a time in our Showroom gallery, all season long. IMPORTANT DATES FOR JURIED ARTISTS:  *2 artworks […]

  • Associate Spring Show

    North Shore Arts of Gloucester 11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA, United States

    We are delighted to exhibit artworks by our Associate Artist Members this spring from April 28 - May 21, 2026. Join us for the opening reception on Friday, May 1, […]

  • Exhibition 1

    North Shore Arts of Gloucester 11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA, United States

    Kick off the 2026 season with works by our Juried Artist Members in Exhibition One. The show will be on view April 28 - May 21.  Join us for the […]

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More About Us . . .

North Shore Arts Association established in 1922, occupies one of the most unique and historic settings in New England. With its expansive harborside galleries, visitors from all over the globe are provided the opportunity to view one of the largest and diverse collections of paintings, sculpture and graphics on Cape Ann.

NSAA has a thriving membership of over 800 Artists Members and Associate Members, working in a variety of media and styles. In the interest of community involvement, NSAA also offers nationally recognized exhibitions, demonstrations, workshops, lectures, critiques, film presentations, concerts, and more.

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