Melrose Creative Alliance
Connecting creative Melrosians with one another and with resources to power a vibrant arts and cultural community
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Upcoming Community Events
Keep up to date with creative and cultural events in Melrose!
THE HIVE!
The HIVE! is where Melrose residents and visitors can find arts and cultural events and discover local creative talent.
We also help creative producers get the word out broadly about their work.
Already know what you’re looking for?
Head straight to the HIVE directory that you need!
Melrose Creatives
Click here to get information about the fantastic independent visual and performing artists right here in Melrose!
Arts & Culture
Find out about the great arts organizations and small businesses that we have in the city, and how to connect with them.
Creative Classes
Want to find a creative class for you or your child? Find private and organization instruction in art, music, dance, theatre and more.
Artist Resources
Information and resources for artists and organizations to do and present their work: venues, funding sources, publicity, and more!
Creative Classifieds
If you’d like to post a Creative Classified, email us at melrosecreativealliance@gmail.com
10th Annual Melrose Open Studio Tour!
O’Shea Chaplin Academy of Irish Dance
Beginner classes in Melrose! https://www.oscirishdance.com/
Apply for a Melrose Cultural Council Grant
Artists, Creatives and the Melrose Cultural Community! Applications for 2026-2027 Open September 1st. Do you have a vision that engages, connects and inspires—we want to hear from you! Contact the Melrose Cultural Council if you have questions about how to apply for a grant this year. Learn more on our website: melroseculture.org
FYACS Call for Chalk Walk Sponsors
Coffee Shop Artists – Call for Art
Email for more info and to ask for the submission link:
coffeeshopartists17@gmail.com
New! Milano Center Listening Room
To learn more or assist with the development of the Milano Center Listening Room, visit the Melrose Council on Aging and/or contact Director Erica Drummond
Proud to be a member of the MASSCreative Action Network
“MASSCreative organizes artists, creatives, cultural groups and changemakers to advocate for a more equitable and inclusive creative sector for all residents of the Commonwealth.”
