River Arts in Damariscotta is helping to celebrate Gov. Paul LePage’s newly proclaimed “Maine Day,” August 16, as a “day to celebrate the state, its people and its food,” by offering a free lobster with the purchase of any piece of artwork in the gallery.

Coincidentally, River Arts is currently holding a special exhibition entitled “The Maine Story,” which is devoted to iconic images of the state of Maine and features 120 works by 80 Maine artists.

River Arts is located at 241 Route 1N. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays.

For information about the many exhibitions, classes, events and opportunities at River Arts, stop in, call 207-563-1507 or visit www.riverartsme.org.