One of the joys of a summer stroll in Maine is being able soak up the scenic beauty.

But that beauty is not just natural, considering Maine’s high concentration of talented artists and crafters. The beauty also comes in the form of paintings, drawings, pottery, baskets and all manner of Maine-made art.

So a really easy way to see a wide variety of this kind of beauty is by going to several regular art walks held all over Maine in the summer. Some are in cities like Portland and feature galleries, museums and artists setting up their wares on the sidewalk. Some are in small historic villages, like the one held during summer months in Wiscassett.

Here are some suggestions for art walks to check out this summer.

BIDDEFORD

The downtown of this Saco River mill town is filled with art and music every third Friday from May to October, and all events are free. People can stroll into galleries, studios, shops and various public spaces from 5-8 p.m. Some of the stops on the art walk this year have included: Mill Pond Ceramics Studio; Little Plover Studio; Patrick Walsh Art; Cheryl Lichwell Sculpture; Kids Corner; and Biddeford Public Market Pop-Up. The next one is scheduled for June 19. artofbiddeford.org

BRUNSWICK

Sensibly named 2nd Friday Brunswick, this celebration of local culture and creativity is held the second Friday of each month from June through September downtown. There’s live music, sidewalk sales, pop vendors, art installations and family friendly activities from 4-7 p.m. This year a youth maker market has been added to the event, which kicks off for the season on June 12. brunswickdowntown.org

KENNEBUNK

The Downtown Art Walk on Main Street is scheduled for three dates this summer: June 12, July 17 and Aug. 14. The events include music, local artists, food trucks, restaurant specials and interactive activities. The schedule for June 12 includes music from the Dock Squares band, pet portraits from Hay Does Art, the Art Bus art-making space and Root Fire Pottery. gokennebunks.com

LEWISTON/AUBURN

Arts organization Art Walk LA celebrates the twin cities by transforming both downtowns into an arts district worth exploring on the last Friday of each month from May through September. More than 30 businesses and empty storefronts become spaces where you’ll see exhibits and performances. The walks take place on the final Friday of the month May through September. The next walk is May 29. laarts.org

PORTLAND

The First Friday Art Walk in downtown Portland started in 2000. The walks take place all year long, in every type of weather. Galleries and museums offer extended hours and Congress Street takes on a carnival atmosphere, with street artists and performers. The next date is June 5. Every art walk is different from the one before but the warmer the weather, the bigger the crowds. creativeportland.com

ROCKLAND

Farnsworth Art Museum started the First Friday Art Walks three years ago. They include many local galleries, museums and other businesses. The hours are typically from 4-7 p.m. The next date is June 5. Because of the 4th of July holiday, the First Friday Art Walk for July has been moved to July 10. farnsworthartmususem.org

Rockland also has Sunday Strolls, and they take place on the third Sunday of the month from May through October. Main Street will be lined with vendors, artists and performers from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The next one is June 21. rocklanddowntown.com

SANFORD

Sanford Arts Commission’s Second Friday Art Walk runs May through August. They take place outdoors at the Springvale Public Library on 443 Main St. The “walks” feature local artists, live performances, hands-on creative experiences and food vendors. The next date is June 12. sanfordmaine.org

WATERVILLE

First Friday is held every month in downtown Waterville, giving people a chance to meet artists, see live performances, hear live music, eat, shop and enjoy the arts. The next one is June 5 from 5-8 p.m. and is free and open to all. Some of the scheduled events and activities include craft vendors in Castonguay Square; free tacos, hot dogs and popsicles; Pride art making; and punk rock from the band Random Ideas. watervillecreates.org

WISCASSET

The art walk in this historic Midcoast village on the Sheepscot River is the last Thursday of every month from June through August, from 4-7 p.m. The event includes music, artists, boutiques, fresh oysters, local beer, lobster, fine wine and eateries. Some of the entertainment last year included a Celtic harp player and Maine Youth Circus. The first art walk of this year is June 25. wiscassetartwalk.org