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V O L . X X I I N O. X X I V O C T O B E R 1 7 , 2 0 1 6 34 M I D C O A S T / D OW N E A S T R E G I O N F O C U S Toshiko's attention to detail and her understanding of what works best for gallery space. She has a minimalist approach, with a very clean design and non-fussy use of materials." e 11,500-square-foot building comprises 5,500 square feet of exhibition space in three galleries, one doubling as a lecture hall and performance space; gift shop and ArtLab classroom. A 2,200-square-foot courtyard opens onto the street. e envelope is cor- rugated metal and copious glass. "Everyone can see in and have a sense of what's going on, merging inside and outside," says McAvoy. e building is energy-effi cient and primed for technology installations. e loading dock leads straight from the street to the galleries, easing load-in. Polished cement fl oors and a slab foun- dation allow for any weight. e main gallery's open ceiling, with 16-foot wall height and 50-foot by 52-foot expanse, broaden exhibition possibilities. e project was funded by a capital campaign to raise $5.2 million. Although $1 million remains to be raised, the campaign's overall success, says McAvoy, refl ects consensus around CMCA's importance to Maine art. "We're the longest-running independent institution dedicated to contemporary art," she says. "We've shown hundreds of artists over the years that have gone on to be well-known. We have a solid track record." Future growth depends on young people Youth engagement, says McAvoy, is key to the future. "I think everyone is aware these days that in Maine we need to attract and retain young people to our com- munities," she says. "Our organiza- tion — with contemporary programs, a forward-looking mission and now a contemporary building — is the kind of organization that attracts younger generations. So one of our goals in creating this new CMCA is to be a catalyst for creating a vibrant com- munity that will be attractive to the next generation." Toward that end, CMCA will now be able to do more with schools and community, including participation in art walks and festivals, and expan- sion of school outreach and studio programs and tours for people of all ages. In Rockport, that happened on a seasonal budget of just $350,000. Now, year-round budget projections are at perhaps $550,000. » C O N T I N U E D F RO M P R E V I O U S PA G E Meet Jeff Charland, Business Banker and Mountain Biker www.bhbt.com • 888-853-7100 In what direction do you want to take your business? Let Jeff help you focus and steer clear of every groove, root, rock, hole and bump. With sound judgement, he will advise you when to lean forward, shift, keep pedaling, relax and bend with the bumps. Having worked with many business owners over the years, Jeff can help you clear every obstacle in your path. You, Jeff and your business, working together as one. Looking for some traction? Call Jeff today. Photo by: Chris Pinchbeck Learn more at husson.edu/graduate-nursing/ ■ ■ ■ MBA – It's time you checked out Husson's graduate and professional degree programs. Designed to build on your strengths – with the flexibility you need – to take you where you want to go. RN-to-BSN MSN – Family & Community Nurse Pracitioner Healthcare Management BANGOR MAINE 1 College Circle 207.941.7100 WESTBROOK 340 County Road 800.562.1294 PRESQUE ISLE On the NMCC campus 207.760.1176 ONLINE online.husson.edu 855.902.9965 Invest in yourself. Advance your career. Business | Communications - NESCom | Counseling | Criminal Justice | Education | Health | Pharmacy | Science & Humanities

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