Hello

I hope this finds you doing well and enjoying the warmer weather. The MAEA Exhibitions Committee met last week to discuss next steps for the Statewide Youth Art Month exhibit and Recognitions exhibit.

While we are still developing an exact plan for this unprecedented situation, with schools closed for the year, we will not be sending work back to drop-off locations until the fall. We understand this is not ideal for many of the students and teachers with art in the exhibit. Currently the exhibit is still on display. As soon as we are able to go into Boston safely to take down the exhibit, the MAEA Board of Directors will do so. Work will be stored in our secure office during the summer. We are following the guidelines set by Governor Baker, which means the earliest this process could take place is currently sometime after May 18. 

As we shared previously, we are in uncharted territory and we appreciate your understanding and support as we navigate this together. 

If you haven't yet, don't forget to check out the photographs from the Family Day Celebration on March 1. You can find the images here . Please feel free to share with your students and their families.

Best, 
Melissa Mastrolia
MAEA President