Mission & Values

“SAFA has changed the landscape and understanding about the value of art - and the range of arts that are possible in the Downeast area.”

~Festival Participant

Our Mission

Our mission is to enrich our community by providing welcoming, accessible art programs that engage, educate, challenge, and inspire people from all walks of life.

Our Vision

Our vision is that the Schoodic Peninsula is a vibrant hub for creativity and art, a home for learning and inspiration that powers a thriving year-round creative economy centered on the arts.

Our Goals

  • Encourage participants of all ages to express themselves creatively and gain a lifelong appreciation for the arts and creative spirit.

  • Celebrate creativity through a wide range of workshops, events, and performances.

  • Serve as a community anchor by maintaining and operating facilities for public benefit.

  • Gain broad support, recognition, and response and support for SAFA’s inclusive year-round programming.

  • Sustain a strong Schoodic Arts for All.