The University of Southern Maine Art Department is excited to welcome Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Peter Bruun. Working under the aegis of Bruun Studios, Peter Bruun is an artist, writer, curator, and cultural organizer whose work spans painting, drawing, publishing, and … Read More

Join us for the 2026 Annual Book Arts Bazaar, a vibrant community celebration dedicated to the fine craft of book arts. Free and open to the public, this event takes place on Saturday April 11th, 2026 from 10am-4pm on the University of Southern Maine Portland campus. Proudly presented by the Kate Cheney Chappell ‘83 Center for Book Arts, this event invites the public to connect with artists and learn about the techniques that keep these cherished traditions alive.