Programs + Events
Woven Conversations
Learn about the long tradition of exceptional craftsmanship, art and industry in Central Maine and beyond.
Woven Conversations is an ongoing series of talks that weaves together contemporary creative practice with the rich history of the mill. Each event invites artists, makers, and thinkers to explore how place, labor, memory, and material shape their work—offering space for reflection, dialogue, and connection within a site rooted in making.
Past programs include interviews with:
– Mike Rancourt of Rancourt & Co discussing the creation of the footwear worn by Team USA at the Olympics
– Peter Geiger of Farmers’ Almanac and Geiger, discussing the history and making of the beloved publication
– Ebenezer Akakpo of Akakpo Design Group explaining his unique jewelry inspired by his native Ghana and his adopted home of Maine
– Chef Cherie Scott sharing her stories of growing up and the inspiration behind the Mumbai to Maine line of chutneys and simmer sauces
For more information, email info@mainemill.com or call 207-333-3881
Monday, February 23, 1:30-2:30pm
Lewiston-born artist Charlie Hewitt will present an engaging talk in conjunction with his exhibition Drawn in Light. Hewitt will share insights into his creative process from spontaneous Sharpie doodles to the bold LED neon works featured in the show, exploring how simple gestures evolve into striking, luminous pieces that challenge traditional ideas about meaning and artistic intent. He’ll discuss his lifelong experimentation across media, the role of play and spontaneity in his work, and how community and creativity intersect in his art. The talk will offer attendees a chance to learn directly from Hewitt about the inspirations behind iconic pieces such as the Hopeful sign and the interplay between imagery, technique, and personal narrative in his practice.
Made possible by the Onion Foundation.
Woven Conversations
Woven Conversations
Woven Conversations
