AIGA Maine Poster Show 2026: Portland Exhibition Opening

This year’s theme, Language, invited designers, illustrators, and artists to explore how language shapes how we communicate, connect, and express identity. From typography and symbols to cultural narratives and experimental communication, the selected works showcase a wide range of creative perspectives from Maine and beyond.
This free opening reception takes place during Portland’s First Friday Art Walk. Stop by to see the work, meet fellow creatives, and celebrate Maine’s design community.

Seventy-five posters were submitted by the community, with 30 selected for this year’s juried exhibition, curated by Amy Hausmann, Executive Director of the Maine Arts Commission.

All 30 selected posters will be on view during the opening. Due to space limitations, 20 posters (chosen at random) will remain on display throughout the month of May and will be available to view during Flatiron’s regular business hours.

The AIGA Maine Poster Show is a traveling exhibition that brings design-focused programming to communities across the state. After Portland, the show will travel to:

• Bar Harbor — June through September
• Bangor — October through November

Free and open to all. No registration required, but RSVP encouraged.

📜 Code of Conduct: By registering for this event, you agree to abide by the AIGA Code of Conduct, which outlines our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.

📸 Photography & Media Release: Photos and/or video may be taken at this event and shared on Flatiron Coffee Bar and AIGA Maine’s websites, social media channels, or other communications. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a member of the AIGA Maine team know when you arrive.

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Flat Iron Coffee Bar, 594 Congress Street, Portland, United States

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