Become a Proud Mothah Shuckah!
Support Maine Aquaculture with our Proud Mothah Shuckah collection! Proceeds from each item purchased will support Maine fishing families and the resiliency of our region! Find our more and shop here!
2023 Island Journal
Grab your copy of the 2023 Journal today in store or order one online.
Find your copy HERE
The Island Journal, an annual publication of the Island Institute, offers insights into island and coastal life through personal profiles and stories, fiction and poetry, and stunning photography and art.
The Island Institute is a donor-supported, nonprofit community development organization that works to sustain Maine’s island and coastal communities. To learn more, visit www.islandinstitute.org.
Have you read our blog?
Explore our blog to hear from artists and industry experts for insights about the importance of art and craft in Maine and the stories shaping our creative economy. We will be updating the blog with articles on topics including the recent Artists & Makers Conference, and studio visits happening throughout the summer!
Coastal Mood
Join us for “Coastal Mood” celebrating Maine's moody coastline, on display through October 28. “Coastal Mood” shares works of 6 local artists using india ink, charcoal, stone, glass, watercolor, acrylic, and wood as their media. Enjoy these depictions of Maine’s coastal mood with varied works on display. Find out more at our blog here.
Artists L to R: Katharine Cartwright, Christine Wolff, Pam Cabanas, Shanna Wheelock, Christina Blank, and Karen Gola
Creative Economy Hub
Have you heard? Archipelago and the Island Institute have launched a hub for artists, makers, and arts-based businesses featuring artist voices and stories, pre-recorded events, web-based creative and business resources, as well as opportunities to connect, learn, and create. Be sure to also visit the Creative Economy Hub for a plethora of resources and content for artists and makers.
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Lobster Information
Want to Learn More About Challenges Facing the Maine Lobster Industry?
In light of the recent "Red Listing" of the lobster industry by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch List, The Island Institute has released a statement which you can find here. Lobster, a sustainable seafood, supports Maine’s island and coastal communities, and is critical to the social and economic future of our coast. We encourage everyone to continue to eat Maine lobster!
Looking for more information? You can find the response from Maine elected leaders here. Browse the Island Institute blog here.
