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.
Equity Statement of Purpose.
WHAT WE DO
94 years of discovering what connects us through the arts.
MSA at a Glance
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:
Thursday through Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m.
Closed holidays.
COVID 19: Masks are no longer required, but they are recommended. Please do not enter if you feel unwell or have symptoms.
1515 3rd Street (corner of E Street)
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-454-9561
Public admission is free during open hours and for most events.
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MSA activities are supported in part by the California Arts Council. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov
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CURRENT AND UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
EXHIBITIONS
ART + WORDS
Marin Society's 95th Anniversary Exhibition in the Main Gallery. September 30 through October 22, 2022. In person reception Friday, October 14, 5 to 8 p.m.
THROUGH THE LENS
A fine arts photography exhibition, featuring photographers from the USA, Canada and Israel. September 15 - November 21, 2022, in our Virtural Gallery.
ALL ABOUT WOMEN 2022
Fine Arts online exhibition, featuring artists from around the world. July 24 through October 1, 2022 in our Virtual Gallery.
FOR ARTISTS
EXHIBITIONS TO ENTER
HOLIDAY ART OPEN HOUSE
Marin Society Members only may rent wall space for this event. This is not a show. Reservations being taken beginning September 7, 2022. Open House dates: November 25 through December 22, 2022.
FRESH ART 2022
Fine art exhibition, in our Virtual Gallery, open to artists 18 and over (international). DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 7, 2022.
COLORS
Fine art exhibition, in our main gallery, open to artists 18 and over, in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.
DEADLINE: OCTOBER 7, 2022
ART + WORDS
Marin Society's 95th Annual Members Exhibition.
See the Prospectus for details.
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Blue Light At the Gallery Series: Virtual poetry, music and more. Watch for ongoing programs.
Crossroads Programs: A host of arts and cultural activities with our community and partners Here and Here.
The second Friday of each month. Please join us on the Art Walk on the 2nd Friday of every month 5 to 7 p.m.
Check the show listings above. More Info
Adult and Children's Art Classes
Ongoing classes, workshops, plus non-instructor groups.
SPACE AVAILABILITY
Activity 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
Rent Gallery Space
Main Gallery walls are available for "pop-up" shows for 7 or 12 day periods. For details and to book 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. Meters free 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.
