Welcome to the Art Centre
MISSION
Foster an environment where all people grow & thrive through the arts.
VALUES & BELIEFS
All humans are blessed with creativity that thrives when nurtured.
The arts in all forms enrich the human spirit, foster communication and lead to understanding.
Shared creativity bridges differences and forges unity.
WHAT WE DO
93 years of discovering what connects us through the arts.
No funds required
A pledge of funds is optional
A pledge of support is priceless
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Marin Society of Artists is a non-profit organization dedicated since 1927 to promoting the arts in our community. We partner with non-profit organizations and others to provide a broad array of arts and enrichment opportunities.
MSA and our partners sponsor ongoing programs at the Art Centre and in the community that promote cultural enrichment and the arts in all forms. Our Main Gallery, Flex Gallery & Ground Floor Galleries house new displays of original art every month, most available for purchase.
We foster activities that encourage the general public & under served communities to explore and incorporate the arts and enrichment activities in their lives. We support artists of multiple disciplines at all stages of their development.
Art Centre Hours:
Saturdays, Noon to 4 p.m. Closed holidays.
2nd Friday Art Walk [2nd Friday of every month] 5 to 8 pm. Currently Virtual only.
1515 3rd Street (corner of E Street)
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-454-9561
Admission free to the public during open hours and for most events.
Support Marin Society of Artists and our mission.
This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov
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NOTICE
The Art Centre will be OPEN every Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. commencing September 12, 2020. Safe practices will be observed, including wearing masks, gloves, use of hand sanitizer, and social distancing. Masks, gloves and hand sanitizer available. These requirements are to help keep you, other guest, and our members safe. Please do not come if you don't feel well or are exhibiting symptoms.
Please read full requirements here
We continue to offer virtual arts, activities, and exhibits.
SECOND FRIDAY ART WALK GOES VIRTUAL!
Please join us on the Art Works Downtown virtual art walk, 2nd Friday of every month at 6 p.m.
BLUE LIGHT AT THE GALLERY GOES VIRTUAL!
Luminance Live from Sierra Filmworks
Saturday - September 19th, 7pm (PDT) and
Sunday - September 20th, 3pm (PDT)
To preview music and purchase tickets, please click on link above
Colors and Moods
An MSA members exhibition LIVE in the gallery, every Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m., September 12 through October 17, 2020.
Summer Show An MSA Member show
Online venue August 14 through October 7, 2020
Celebration of Art
National Juried Exhibition
Online venue August 18 through October 14, 2020
Virtual Art Walk September 11, 6 P.M. PDT
Looking Around An MSA Member show coming September 16, 2020. VIRTUAL RECEPTION SEPTEMBER 17, 5:00 p.m. Ms. Lack, Prize Juror, will discuss the jurying process and participating Artists will discuss their work.
93rd ANNUAL MEMBERS' - CALL FOR ENTRY
Marin Society of Artists Members show, celebrating our, yes you guessed it, 93rd year! Let's escort 2020 out with a bang.
FRESH ART 2020 - CALL FOR ENTRY
National Juried Exhibition
ENTRY DEADLINE: October 16, 2020 before 11:59pm Mountain Time Zone
NEW! ONLINE WORKSHOPS WITH DEIRDRE SHIBANO
STUDIO SPACE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
2nd Friday Art Walk 5 to 8 p.m.
The second Friday of each month, See current exhibition and visit 17 artist studios. Note: Due to the pandemic, 2nd Friday has gone virtual.
Friday Painting Group
Every Friday from 1 to 4 - all are welcome. See page for details and cost.
Adult and Children's Art Classes
Ongoing classes, plus non- instructor groups.
Space Availability
Space is available for arts & enrichment activities of all kinds, as well as for your meeting, class, social gathering and community group use. Email: msarentals@outlook.com
Pop-up Gallery Space
Main Gallery walls are available for "pop-up" shows for 7 or 12 day periods. A great opportunity for group, solo & student artists. Email: msarentals@outlook.com
Artist Studios
Visit 17 working artist studios. For studio rental email: msarentals@outlook.com
Parking
Onsite parking with one disabled parking space. 2 hour free parking on the north side of 3rd Street across from the Centre. Metered parking on E Street. Free parking on Sundays. Click on "Parking" above for downtown parking locations and fees. ANNOUNCEMENT: The City has extended the FREE WEEKEND PARKING, in the A Street and C Street Garages. Public parking is free in the two 5-story parking garages in Downtown San Rafael all weekend long! These parking garages are near 4th & A Street and 4th & C Street.
CURRENT AND UPCOMING ACTIVITIES