Welcome to 317 Main
Encouraging creative expression, personal growth, and community connection through music.
We are excited to offer the 317 Pass to our private lesson students! The 317 Pass provides access to concerts, events, workshops, and even includes discounted time in our recording studio! This is included in tuition registering for WEEKLY private lessons. The pass is also available for purchase for all students and friends of 317 Main.
317 Main Indoor Farmers Market
Thursdays 2:30-5:00 pm 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 & 12/5, 12/12, & 12/19
The Yarmouth Farmers Market is located at 1 Railroad Square at the Bickford Pavilion just off Main Street and about 100 yards east of our prior location at 317 Main Street in Yarmouth. The pavilion provides shelter and ample parking for customers behind the pavilion. We look forward to seeing you on market days.
Our market aims to provide a full market basket experience, offering locally grown produce and flowers, dairy products, meats, eggs, pasta, breads, prepared foods, desserts, vinegars, pickled products, jams, crafts and more. Click here for more information.
Open Mic Night
Join us at Fox & The Fiddle the second and fourth Tuesday of the month for a night of acoustic performances. The event is free, but please use the link below to register either as a performer or to attend. Open Mic begins at 6:30pm.
Building Community Through Music
317 Main Community Music Center brings the power of music to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds from across southern and mid-coast Maine. We were founded in 2004 on the idea that music can engage, vitalize, and strengthen human connections in our communities.
Exciting Upcoming Events
317 Main Presents: Joe K. Walsh and Matt Flinner 11/9
Join us for an intimate evening with the incredible duo of Joe K. Walsh and Matt Flinner. Tickets are $25 and are on sale now.
Contra Jam with Maggie Robinson and Friends 11/6, 12/4, 1/8
Join Teaching Artist, and professional caller/fiddler Maggie Robinson for an open jam focused on popular contra dance tunes! Whether you’re a seasoned musician or new to playing contra dance music, there will be something new to learn about this unique style of community music-making.
$15, free for 317 pass holders and open to instrumentalists ages 12 and up.
317 Main Presents: The Gawler Family Band 1/11/25
We’re thrilled to present the Gawler Family Band, bringing their beloved blend of traditional folk, spirited harmonies, and down-home charm to 317 Main Community Music Center! This talented Maine-based family band is known for their lively fiddle tunes, foot-stomping rhythm, and heartwarming ballads that connect generations and communities.
Our Programs
Connecting community members of all ages, programs at 317 Main include classes, ensembles and lessons. 317 Main’s experienced Teaching Artists meet students where they are in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Instruction includes 16 instruments including voice in genres ranging from bluegrass to classical to digital music composition.
Partnership Programs
As a community music center, we know the power of arts education and its effectiveness in boosting student engagement and contributing to greater student achievement in other academic areas.
We believe that creative expression is an inherent right for all, and through our Partnership Programs we build collaborative, sustainable partnerships with schools and non profits to provide expanded access to music education in Maine.
Support Our Work
Music comforts, nurtures, and connects us. Your support will allow us to continue to fulfill our mission and keep programs as accessible as possible.
