Gascone Gallery in Monson, Maine, is hosting its eighth annual exhibition titled "Naiad Flow," featuring works by 22 artists across diverse media including painting, photography, sculpture, tapestry, and poetry. The show celebrates rivers and the natural landscape of Piscataquis County, with artists offering varied interpretations of flowing water and its surroundings. The exhibition runs through December 31, 2026, and is open Wednesday to Saturday.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the enduring connection between rural Maine communities and their natural environment, while showcasing a broad range of artistic practices from local and regional artists. As the eighth annual show at Gascone Gallery, it demonstrates the gallery's sustained commitment to thematic, community-oriented programming in a small town that serves as a gateway to the Appalachian Trail's 100-mile wilderness. The show also underscores the role of rivers as a source of creative inspiration and cultural identity in the region.