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From exhibition openings, guest lectures and gallery tours to family programs, community events and screenings of the world’s most impactful films—the PMA is your place to get together with family, friends, and loved ones.
All programs and events take place in-person at the Portland Museum of Art unless otherwise noted.
PMA Picks
Our favorite upcoming events, programs, and experiences. You might even say they’re curated.
Join us for February’s Third Thursday featuring a gallery talk in As We Are, music with Kafari, and treats from the Marshmallow Cart.
Join us this Third Thursday for a gallery talk with artists from the exhibition As We Are. From 6 to 7 p.m., we’ll have artists Elana Adler and Oscar Chacon in the gallery to share insights into their artistic practices, as well as those of their peers.
Join Melissa Weglein, Gallery Engagement Manager, for a discussion on the first artwork acquired by the PMA and a hauntingly beautiful marble sculpture from the height of the Romantic era: The Dead Pearl Diver (1858) by Benjamin Paul Akers.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
104 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
Join PMA Staff and fellow educators for an evening workshop exploring contemporary art and how it can be incorporated into lessons and curricula, featuring the art of the exhibition As We Are.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
Join interdisciplinary artist Ashley Page, Studio and Project Manager at Indigo Arts Alliance, for an engaging talk on As We Are—exploring identity, community, and artistic expression.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
Full Calendar
Access for All on Third Thursdays
Every third Thursday of the month the PMA is free throughout the entire day and during extended hours, making Access for All last from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with an evening party with musicians, food trucks, artists, and more.
Free Fridays
We’re free each and every Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. with concerts, special events, activities, and more.
PMA Films
Experience Maine’s best selection of indie, foreign, art house, and award-winning cinema you can’t find anywhere else.
165 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
104 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
165 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
90 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
104 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
90 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
90 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
104 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
104 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Matthew Rankin. In Persian and French with English subtitles. DCP.
In a mysterious and surreal interzone somewhere between Tehran and Winnipeg, the lives of multiple characters interweave with each other in surprising and mysterious ways in Matthew Rankin’s hilarious and ultimately moving film, which recalls Abbas Kiarostami and Wes Anderson in equal measure. Shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards.
165 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
90 minutes. Suggested Rating: PG-13. By various directors. In various languages with English subtitles. DCP.
This special release features the year’s most spectacular short films and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.
107 minutes (followed by opening reception). Not Rated. Directed by Tom Nesher. In Hebrew with English subtitles.
When Eden's brother tragically dies, her grief spirals into obsession after discovering his secret girlfriend.
96 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Julie Rubio. In English.
A visually stunning and sweeping feature documentary that traces the life and survival of the renowned painter through her powerful paintings.
95 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Laura Bialis. In English.
Photographer Roman Vishniac captures iconic images of Jewish life, from the cafés of pre-war Berlin to the shtetls of Eastern Europe, but these communities will be wiped out less than a decade later.
98 minutes. Rated PG-13. Directed by Josh Margolin. In English.
Thelma Post is a 93-year-old grandmother who loses $10,000 to a con artist on the phone. With help from a friend and his motorized scooter, she soon embarks on a treacherous journey across Los Angeles to reclaim what was taken from her.
115 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Leandro Koch & Paloma Schachmann. In Spanish, Yiddish, Ukrainian, Romanian, English, and German with English subtitles.
A Jewish wedding cameraman falls in love with a klezmer clarinetist and pretends to be making a documentary in order to spend time with her. His fake project leads to a real journey through Eastern Europe in search of lost klezmer melodies and the remnants of Yiddish culture.
55 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by David Ofek. In English, Dutch, and Hebrew with English subtitles.
Director David Ofek takes us on an intercontinental journey tracing six reasons for Spinoza's excommunication.
114 minutes (followed by filmmaker discussion). Not Rated. Directed by Varda Bar-Kar. In English.
A chronicle of Janis Ian's life journey beginning with her Jewish childhood on a chicken farm in New Jersey; her youthful struggle with notoriety; her ascent to fame; and her release of the disruptive album "Breaking Silence."
85 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Leslie Shampaine. In English and Hindi with English subtitles.
A talented young street dancer from Mumbai is determined to be a professional dancer, despite the odds stacked against him and parents who insist that he follow a traditional path.
84 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Daniel Robbins. In English.
An interfaith engaged couple plans a Shabbat dinner for their parents' first meeting. An unexpected death interrupts their plans.
100 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Joy Sela. In English, Hebrew, and Arabic with English subtitles.
A documentary exploring the complex relationship of shared humanity, culture, and connection between Israelis & Palestinians.
116 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Cédric Kahn. In French with English subtitles.
A second trial begins in November 1975 against French left-wing revolutionary Pierre Goldman, who was accused of several armed robberies and the death of two chemists.
120 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by Peter Keller, Stefan Sarazin. In Hebrew, Arabic, and English with English subtitles.
An ultra-orthodox Jew and a Bedouin guide's car breaks down in the Sinai desert. They must work together to survive and reach their Passover destination.
89 minutes. Not Rated. Directed by David Lynch. In English. DCP.
A slow-burning midnight-movie sensation, David Lynch’s unforgettable debut feature reveals a director in full control of his singular instincts. The first in a series of screenings in tribute to the late director.
Marquee PMA Programs
Stay up to date with the tried and true programs that define the PMA.
Featuring floral work by designers, artists, farmers, and florists from across southern Maine, the museum comes alive with fragrant blooms, extravagant displays, and incredible floral installations of all types—each inspired by an artwork from the museum’s collection.
"Museum supporters mingled in the sculpture garden, enjoying refreshments and each other."—The Portland Press Herald
The Friends of the Collection creates an opportunity for you to directly support the addition of specific artworks to the PMA’s collection, and this year’s acquisition focus is The Sights and Sounds of Night by Vincent Smith.
YAM is an annual exhibition showcasing the incredible talent in Maine’s art education programs.
The Judy Glickman Lecture provides in-depth insight into the people, perspectives, and culture of photography.
As one of the PMA’s marquee programs, The Barnet Scholars Lecture is designed to have an established scholar lead conversations with museum colleagues on topics related to 20th-century American art.
The Leonard and Merle Nelson Social Justice Fund honors artists whose commitment to social justice is manifested in their work.
Each year Winter Bash transforms the Portland Museum of Art into a vibrant and lively venue, bringing together the region’s most dynamic entrepreneurs, community leaders, and creatives. Experience the symphony of colors, textures, and forms, while savoring delectable bites and crafted cocktails.
The PMA's flagship annual event, welcoming visionary cultural leaders, scholars, and thinkers to Maine.