Maryland Art Place

Programs

Programs Overview

Maryland Art Place (MAP) has been an anchor for contemporary arts in Maryland since 1981. Since its inception, MAP has effectively inspired, supported and encouraged artists in this region by offering exhibition opportunities, workshop and mentorship programs.

MAP creates a dynamic environment for artists to engage with the public, and each other, by nurturing and promoting new talents.

MAP offers a challenging schedule of innovative and diverse contemporary art experiences throughout the year. This includes the presentation of 6-8 annual exhibitions with complimentary programming including: gallery talks, performances and professional development workshops.

Annual Programs

8/21: Young Blood Artist Talk + Mentor Mixer
In acknowledgement of the closing of our 17th annual Young Blood program we are hosting a Walk + Talk Tour and Mentor Mixer in an attempt to connect emergent artists with peers, mentors, professors or artists who inspire, support or connect with their work. We see this as an opportunity for professional development where each exhibiting artist can host an informal artist talk/studio visit and use this as an opportunity to gain insight, invite critique,or perspective surrounding their work. As a result each artist will host a 10 to 15 minute artist talk to discuss their work and answer any audience questions. Please join us on Friday, August 21 from 6 to 8 PM for the Young Blood Walk + Talk Tour and Mentor Mixer. We look forward to celebrating our exhibiting artists.

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Annual and Special Programs featured at Maryland Art Place

8/21: Young Blood Artist Talk + Mentor Mixer

In acknowledgement of the closing of our 17th annual Young Blood program we are hosting a Walk + Talk Tour and  Mentor Mixer in an attempt to connect emergent artists with peers, mentors, professors or artists who inspire, support or connect with their work. We see this as an opportunity for professional development where each exhibiting artist can host an informal artist talk/studio visit and use this as an opportunity to gain insight, invite critique,or perspective surrounding their work. As a result each artist will host a 10 to 15 minute artist talk to discuss their work and answer any audience questions. Please join us on Friday, August 21 from 6 to 8 PM for the Young Blood Walk + Talk Tour and Mentor Mixer. We look forward to celebrating our exhibiting artists.

Young Blood 2026: Reception

Young Blood 2026

On View: Thursday, July 9 - Saturday, August 22

Opening Reception: Thursday, July 9  | 6 pm to 9 pm

Maryland Art Place is proud to announce the return of Young Blood marking MAP’s 17th Young Blood program which has, to date,  provided an important post-graduate artistic platform for transitioning Masters of Fine Arts students. Since 2008 Young Blood has continually brought recent graduates together to make new connections and present special selections from their thesis project(s). The exhibition will highlight exceptional works ranging in media.

Young Blood exhibiting artists to be announced.

Our Mission

Maryland Art Place (MAP) inspires, supports, and encourages artistic expression through innovative programming, exhibitions, and educational opportunities while recognizing the powerful impact art can have on our community. MAP creates a dynamic environment for artists of our time to engage the public by nurturing and promoting new ideas. MAP has served as a critical resource for contemporary art in the Mid-Atlantic since 1981.

Contact Us

Phone: 410.204.1959
E-mail: map@mdartplace.org