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It's been a wild ride. When the Vigeland's moved into the location at 254 Commercial St NE they started with a fresh coat of sunny yellow paint. They had the ceiling painted a dark green and the trim red. When I...

Drop off/mail by Feb 26 by 5pmShow at Art Department March 2 – 20Swap March 23 – 31 Share your art and connect with others through the Snail Mail Art Show. Simply send or drop off your Mail Art, 5X7...

Here are some things to look forward to: Our new website is now up and we are working toward creating an online shopping experience. It's going to take some time, but we are laying the groundwork now.  Through the power...

My first month at Art Department has been a whirlwind of activity. We've implemented new systems that include point of sale, inventory, and new technology. Honestly, it's been challenging at times. But each day it is getting better and our...

STICKERSRaise your hand if you had a sticker collection as a kid. Make your inner five-year-old self squeal with joy by checking out our sticker collection. We have lots of designs and slogans that will help your heart sing. They are...

ART DEPARTMENT HAS SOLD! Jim and I are thrilled to announce that Art Department has sold! The new owner of Art Department is (drumroll please…)      Jessica Ramey!  We are beyond excited and can't think of a better person...

It’s an Honor I never thought that I could ever own an art supply store. But looking back on my life, I also can’t think of anything more fitting. I grew up in rural Maine and in the early 80’s, art...

Answers provided by our trusty Magic 8 Ball advisor (and approved by management) Will gift certificates be honored? You may rely on it. Because Jim and Katy are super-duper cool, they will continue to honor your gift certificates!! We’ll still happily accept previously issued...