WALDOBORO — Artists, galleries, and local businesses open their doors once again for Artwalk Waldoboro, a summer celebration of creativity, community, and connection in Waldoboro’s historic village.

The next Artwalk takes place Friday, June 26, from 4 to 7 p.m., and features exhibitions, open studios, gardens, music, and special events at nine walkable venues throughout downtown Waldoboro. Highlights include a retrospective exhibition by photographer Jeremy Barnard at The Waldo Theatre and selections from Jack Lueders-Booth’s "American Motorcycling Culture", an internationally acclaimed photographic series recently featured in The Guardian. 

Additional participating venues include: Heywood Gallery, The Waldoboro Inn and Ida’s Garden Bar, Perch Café & Bakery, Dayboat Café, Holmes + Hudson Collective, Stillpoint Chiropractic, and Habitat Gardening. 

"Artwalk Waldoboro strives to build meaningful connections among artists, entrepreneurs, merchants, cultural organizations, and community members," said a news release. "Through these collaborative partnerships, Artwalk fosters a sense of belonging while contributing to the cultural vibrancy and economic vitality of Waldoboro."

The Heywood Gallery, located at 921 Main Street, presents "The Language of Paintings: Feelings, Moods, and Mystery," featuring the work of gallery owner and American Realist artist Anne Heywood.

"The exhibition explores the ways paintings communicate beyond first impressions, inviting viewers to slow down and engage more deeply with the emotions, atmosphere, and stories embedded within each work," said the news release.

Heywood, an artist, author, and educator, has exhibited widely and published both artwork and writings throughout her distinguished career. 

Across the street, The Waldo Theatre’s Bill and Joan Alfond Gallery presents "A Photographic Life", a retrospective exhibition celebrating nearly six decades of photography by Jeremy Barnard. On view through July 13, the exhibition traces Barnard’s creative journey from traditional film photography and darkroom printing to contemporary digital and infrared image-making. A longtime resident of Friendship, Barnard is known for photographs that balance realism and abstraction while capturing the beauty and mystery of the Maine coast. An artist reception will be held during Artwalk from 4 to 7 p.m. 

At Perch Café & Bakery, artist Cozy presents "Generational Wealth", an exhibition created in collaboration with daughters Sulo and Lyyli. Through paintings, assemblages, and works made with everyday materials including crayons, masking tape, and hot glue, the exhibition explores inheritance, parenthood, identity, relationships, and memory. Additional works created specifically for the Artwalk will also be on display. 

The Waldoboro Inn and Ida’s Wine Bar celebrates the work and community service of Charlotte Gulezian. After retiring to Waldoboro with her husband in 1994, Gulezian became active in the Waldoboro Woman’s Club and its scholarship fundraising efforts. For more than two decades, she has created hooked rugs that are auctioned annually to support scholarships for local students.

"Her craftsmanship, creativity, and generosity have made a lasting impact on the community, and her work stands as an inspiring example of art in service to others," said the release.

Gravedigger’s Daughter, at 882 Main Street, presents selections from "American Motorcycling Culture", a photographic series by Jack Lueders-Booth. Made between 1980 and 2000, the series documents the races, gatherings, roadside moments, and communities that defined American motorcycle culture at the end of the 20th Century. 

"Rather than focusing solely on machines, Lueders-Booth’s photographs reveal the camaraderie, craftsmanship, individuality, and shared traditions that connected riders across the country," said the release. "The images offer an intimate portrait of a distinctly American subculture while capturing broader themes of identity, freedom, and belonging." Pick up a copy of this latest monograph, published in Fall 2025 by STANLEY/BARKER. 

Visitors are invited to stop by Stillpoint Chiropractic to view the work of two Waldoboro-based artists: Jacklyn Coyne Kovach and Rex Burgamy. Burgamy exhibits wood turning, wood carving, and books, while Kovach creates expressive paintings inspired by local architecture, nature, and the emotional lives of people and animals. 

At Habitat Gardening, located at 856 Main Street, visitors can explore an eco-friendly landscape designed to support native plants, pollinators, and wildlife along the Medomak River. Garden chats will be offered at 4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:15 p.m., highlighting seasonal activity in the garden. Guests can also enjoy music by Frankie Douglas, browse artwork and garden-themed gifts, and relax while taking in the river views.  

At Dayboat Café, located at 17 Friendship Road, guests can enjoy the full menu during extended Artwalk hours while viewing anime-inspired artwork by McKenna Fitzpatrick. 

Artwalk Waldoboro takes place on the fourth Friday of each month from May through August. Remaining 2026 dates include July 24 and August 28. 

For more information, follow @waldoboroartwalk on Instagram or contact Jen Barrows at office@gravediggersdaughter.org.