Welcome to the Art Centre
MISSION
Foster an environment where all people grow & thrive through the arts.
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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
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WHAT WE DO
97 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.
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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, Flex and Ground Floor Galleries house new displays of original art every month, most of which is available for purchase.
We foster activities that encourage the general public and 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.
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​​Art Centre Hours:
​Wednesday through Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m.
Closed holidays. ​​
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1515 3rd Street (corner of E Street)
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-454-9561
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COVID 19: Masks are no longer required, but they are recommended. Please do not enter if you feel unwell or have symptoms.
Public admission is free during open hours and for most events.
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To view participating member's artwork, click on Artist Galleries.
Support MSA and its mission
Marin Society of Artists selected as one of Marin Magazine‘s Best of Marin County Arts Nonprofit 2023
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FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MSA_gallery
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MSA activities are supported in part by the California Arts Council. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov
Parking Onsite parking with one disabled parking space. Two 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 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 and 4th & C Streets.
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SPACE AVAILABILITY AT THE ART CENTRE
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​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
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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
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Click below to go directly to the Virtual Gallery
​CURRENT AND UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
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EXHIBITIONS
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MUSIC FOR IN GALLERY RECEPTIONS/2ND FRIDAY ART WALK PROVIDED BY JT & FRIENDS​​
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BLUE LIGHT AT THE GALLERY
ONE NIGHT ONLY - July 21, 2025 at 6 pm
Eleven Poets from the Blue Light Press Summer Workshop will be giving readings. A poetry party!
​​​​ENDLESS SUMMER
An Marin Society of Artists Members Exhibition July 16, 2025 through August 2, 2025
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GIFT IDEAS
In addition to the fabulous artworks in the three galleries, our artisans also have jewelry, small ceramics, paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel and mixed media), and cards available for purchase all year long.
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MSA IN THE COMMUNITY
In addition to our Crossroads programs, Marin Society of Artists supports and collaborates with other Marin non-profits, such as the SF Marin Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul Society and Youth in Arts.
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FOR ARTISTS
EXHIBITIONS TO ENTER
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Sculpture, Cermic, Assemblage
Open to all artists, 18 and over, in the
Greater San Francisco Bay Area
ENTRY DEADLINE: JULY 20, 2025​
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ALL ABOUT WOMEN 2025
Online Exhibition
Open to all artists, 18 and over
ENTRY DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2025
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PRINTMAKING: PROCESS AND POSIBILITY
Open to all artists, 18 and over
ENTRY DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 5, 2025​​​
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
FOR MSA MEMBERS OR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO JOIN MSA
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Membership Coordinator
Do you have the time to commit a couple hours a month to help MSA expand its membership? This people-oriented collaborative position could be just for you! If interested, please contact Cathy at cleather@msartists.org
About
MSA is searching for a volunteer to assist in increasing membership.
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Qualifications:
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Available for 2-4 hours per month mostly remote (from home)
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Knowledge of office software such as MS Excel or MS Word
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Help collect emails and develop email lists in office software
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Develop co-marketing opportunities to increase membership
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Assist in planning new member informational sessions at MSA
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
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The second Friday of each month. Please join us on the Art Walk on the 2nd Friday of every month 5 to 8 pm. Check the exhibition listings above.
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Blue Light At the Gallery Series: Virtual poetry, music and more. Watch for ongoing programs.
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Crossroads Programs: A host of arts and cultural activities with our community and partners.
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Adult and Children's Art Classes
Ongoing classes, workshops, plus non-instructor groups.
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