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    • Our Store
  • About Us
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    • Our Mission & Our History
    • The Building
    • Tours and Exhibits
    • Staff & Board of Directors
    • Financial Documents
    • Directions
  • Support Us
    • Support performing arts and cultural programs
    • GivingTuesday at the Franco Center
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    • Memorial Gifts & Planned Giving to the Franco Center
    • Volunteer at the Franco Center
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Daily Archives: November 1, 2022

FRANCO CENTER: Our Significance, part 2

Education & Our Heritage, NewsBy Denise ScammonNovember 1, 2022

The Franco Center’s early board members and staff created an impressive 428-seat Performance Hall in the Upper Hall of the former St. Mary’s Catholic Church with a yearly Performance Series…

FRANCO CENTER: Our Significance, part 1

Education & Our Heritage, NewsBy Denise ScammonNovember 1, 2022

Our original commitment upon forming as a nonprofit was to document and showcase the contributions of Franco-Americans, who represent approximately two million people in New England, including 300,000 in Maine.…

Riverfront Performing Arts & Events

Our identity as “Riverfront Performing Arts and Events, Founded by Franco Americans” unites the French Canadian immigrant heritage, the location along the riverfront, and the types of activities we host in our venue. We provide live performing arts and events that transform and engage our audiences and that enrich our community. Riverfront is a vibrant and energetic center where diverse stories and cultures are shared. We are grateful to live in a community that supports our mission and vision.

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