About Engine
Founded on the belief that artistic expression and creative vibrancy are the gateways to cultural, social, and economic revitalization, Engine is committed to designing, launching, and promoting community-based arts programming. Engine aspires to be a driver of artistic expression, creative industry, cultural vitality, community connections, and socially responsible practices

Our memberships provide wonderful benefits and support our goal to create and promote art.
Ways to SupportCurrent Exhibition
FEB 8: “NANO” A TINY ART EXHIBITION OPENING
Nano, a super-tiny art exhibition, opens February 8 in Engine’s new location in downtown Biddeford Biddeford–Nano, an invitational exhibition featuring super-tiny art curated by Biddeford artist Laura Dunn, will open on February 8, 2020 from 5-7pm in Biddeford’s downtown art space, Engine. The exhibition will run from February 8 through…
In the news
15 Nov
ENGINE LAUNCHES FALL APPEAL
Read more2020 is a pivotal and exciting year for Engine! We turn TEN in January! Ten years of helping downtown Biddeford find itself, ten years of advancing the
Comments off27 Sep
VOTE FOR THE MURAL
Read moreThe finalists have been selected for the 230 Main Street mural in downtown Biddeford. The Biddeford Public Art Committee, a committee of Engine, has selected
27 Sep
ENGINE TO RECEIVE NEA OUR TOWN GRANT
Read moreArts-based Community Development Investment for Biddeford, Maine Engine One of 57 National Endowment for the Arts Our Town Projects Selected Nationwide Biddeford, Maine— National Endowment
27 Sep
ENGINE ANNOUNCES NEW PROGRAM MANAGER
Read moreEngine is pleased to announce the addition of Drew Chambers as its Youth Program Mentor/Manager, for the Compass Project. Chambers is a woodworker, boat builder,
What people are saying about Engine...
Partnering with UNE, Engine has offered professional level gallery and classroom experiences for undergraduate and local students enrolled in arts classes as well as a venue to see art by both regionally and nationally recognized artists.
Stephen Burt, University of New EnglandEngine is and has been a focal point of downtown Biddeford for many years for so many artists and creative spirits. It is a go-to for me: a retreat, a destination, a source for connection and ideas and community.
Laura Dunn, artistEngine is a wonderful place to work surrounded by wonderful people who have infused so much love and light into the downtown of Biddeford. I cannot imagine a bright future in the town without this wonderful organization.
Savanna Pettengill, artist and arts teacherEngine fuels the creativity of our city, making it the hub for youth and adults alike to feed their spirits, expand their skills, and create a better future for all of us.
Stephanie Edwards, Community Action Committee