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.
Closed Sat. Nov. 28, 2020
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.
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This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency. Learn more at www.arts.ca.gov
The Art Centre is OPEN Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m. With tier status changing, please call before coming to make sure we are actually open. Safe practices are observed. Masks, gloves and hand sanitizer are available to help keep you and others safe. Please do not enter if you don't feel well or are exhibiting symptoms.
Please read full requirements here
We continue to offer virtual arts, activities, and exhibits.
Fresh Art 2020
National Juried Exhibition November 7, 2020 through January 16, 2021. Virtual Gallery.
93rd Annual Members' Show
October 15, 2020 through January 21, 2021. Virtual Gallery.
Marin 6
IN THE GALLERY -Six Marin Society of Artists members, display their works December 2 through December 31, 2020. Open Wednesday through Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m.
NOVEMBER POP-UP MEMBER SHOW PICK UP
Pick up starts November 23. You must SIGN UP to pick up your work.
Art Classes
PUBLIC ART CALL - CANAL ARTS INITIATIVE
REQUEST FOR MURAL PROPOSAL/ARTISTS
MSA is the lead sponsor of a mural project in San Rafael’s canal neighborhood. Application deadline December 15, 2020.
THE WINTER SHOW 2020 CALL
Members Only. Deadline for entry: December 4, 2020
FRESH ART CALL ENTRY CLOSED
National Juried Exhibition in our Virtual Gallery
Invited Artists
2nd Friday Art Walk has gone virtual
The second Friday of each month, Please join us on the Art Works Downtown virtual art walk, 2nd Friday of every month at 6 p.m.
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