Inspiration & Examples • ArtWeekMA

Event Example Sheets

Seeking inspiration for your very own ArtWeek event? The below sheets provide examples of past events to help you brainstorm how you can get involved in ArtWeek.

By Type of Host and/or Location

By Event Genre/Focus

special programs

Want to get involved with ArtWeek, but not host an event? Check out these inspirations for three of ArtWeek’s Special Programs!

Art of Food

Lodging Offers

Light Up the Night

“Ham‘N’Eggs” inspired by a Tribe Called Quest (Rockport)

Appetizer/Snack Example: "The Silly" (Worcester)

Doughnuts & Draughts created this doughnut, inspired by the artwork of Harvey Ball who created the smiley face mural located downtown.

Main Course Example: "Ham'N'Eggs" (Rockport)

Created by Ryan McGovern and inspired by the song of the same name from A Tribe Called Quest, this dish featured coppa, soft egg, giardinera, herbs, and EVOO.

Drink Example: "Activated Banksy Latte" (Northampton)

Inspired by street artist Banksy, Iconica Social Club used created a visual stark contrast between the black (espresso + activated charcoal) and white of the milk.

Creative Package Example: Beauport Hotel (Gloucester)

This package sparked creativity by including: a watercolor paint kit & canvas, complimentary shuttle service throughout the cultural district, complimentary passes to a local museum partner and a behind-the-scenes tour, as well as a discount on the night’s stay.

Partnership Example: Studio Allston Hotel (Boston)

This hotel also hosted an ArtWeek event and encouraged attendance/provided a discount for those who also stayed at the hotel. (Bed & Breakfasts – perhaps offer an Art of Food specialty breakfast item!)

Discounts Example: Red Roof Inn (Statewide)

This chain of stays encouraged statewide travel and “stay-cations” by offering discounts at different locations throughout the state.

Building Example: Boston Athenaeum (Boston)

This iconic building changed the color of their usual outdoor lighting to celebrate ArtWeek.

Landmark Example: Pedestrian Bridge (Revere)

To help kick off ArtWeek, this city lit up their bridge in a variety of colors.

Light & Music Example: Harwich Cultural Center (Harwich)

This Community Partner went above and beyond by lighting up their building (complete with giant letters spelling out ARTWEEK) and adding a musical element to create a nighttime spectacular.

CASE STUDIES

Read how other towns and communities used ArtWeek to inspire creativity and unity in their own backyards! Each also contains key take-aways and inspiring examples.

"Guests really enjoyed the (Art of Food) menu item - we actually sold out of what we made before the week ended!"

"ArtWeek has been a wonderful and enriching experience for us, and we look forward to taking part in the future."

"The partnership with ArtWeek has been a valuable tool for the Harwich Cultural Center as we grow our standing in the community and expand our reach in support of the creative economy endeavors in Harwich."

Photo credits:

TOP HEADER: 2019 Event – Community Drum Circle/Spaulding Rehabilitation Center (Sandwich)

SPECIAL PROGRAM IMAGES: (please see example lists)

Inspiration for 2020