Schedule of Events
The Mountain Maryland Plein Air program invites artists from across the country and members of the local community to join the fun. Whether it's watching for artists and easels popping up in locations across Allegany and Garrett counties or supporting the arts through the Plein Air reveal event, there is something for everyone.
The 13th Mountain Maryland Plein Air Competition will take place on June 9th-15th, 2025, and is sure to be an exciting time in our community!
One-of-a-kind paintings will be created in our area and offered for viewing and sale at receptions, the Public Exhibition, and the Quick Draw.
View the 2025 schedule below:
WHAT: Beginning Monday, June 9th, Artists Paint across Allegany and Garrett Counties
WHERE: various locations
WHAT: Wet Wall Reception
WHEN: Wednesday, June 11th, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
WHERE: Arcadian Gallery, 47 Baltimore St, Cumberland, MD
This event is free for the public.
WHAT: Collectors' Reception & Awards
WHEN: Friday, June 13th, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
WHERE: The Allegany Museum, 3 Pershing St, Cumberland, MD
This event requires a ticket to enter. Tickets can be purchased for $40 from the Allegany Arts Council here or by phone at 301-777-2787.
WHAT: Public Exhibition
WHEN: Saturday, June 14th, 10:00am to 3:00pm
WHERE: The Allegany Museum, 3 Pershing St, Cumberland, MD
WHAT: Quickdraw Live Outdoor Painting Event
WHEN: 10:00am to 12:00pm
WHERE: Downtown Cumberland, MD
This event is free for the public.
WHAT: Quickdraw Awards
WHEN: Saturday, June 14th, 12:45pm to 1:30pm
WHERE: Pershing St, Cumberland, MD
This event is free for the public.
WHAT: Stewart White Painting Demonstration
WHEN: Sunday, June 15th, 10:00am to 12:00pm
WHERE: C. William Gilchrist Museum of the Arts, 104 Washington St, Cumberland, MD
This event is free for the public, but you must register by calling the Allegany Arts Council at 301-777-2787.
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