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In partnership with Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters Association, Cooper-Molera Adobe presents Open Air, Timeless Views: Plein Air Paintings of Cooper-Molera Adobe , an exhibit of juried paintings running June 21 - August 31, 2025 in the Skylight Room of...

Monterey State Historic Park is celebrating California State Parks Week , June 11-15! Join us for a free student art exhibit at Casa Gutierrez on Saturday, June 14, 10am-4pm.

Don't miss this traveling exhibit of ocean-inspired...

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local painter Sherree Anderson on Saturday, June 7, 3pm-5pm. View Sherree's new exhibit, Pacific Ocean Inspirations, and see her demonstrate her painting technique. Her art will be featured at the gallery through June.

Join our Impressions of Nature Art Camp this summer to explore the beauty of nature through printmaking! Campers will learn how to create stunning prints using recycled materials, while also discovering ways to protect and preserve the environment.

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At this summer camp at Monterey Museum of Art, design your custom LEGO® creation to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs and then combine these with tools like drills, hammers, and...

Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in our current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Join Monterey Museum of Art for an afternoon of conversation with Monterey Biennial Jurors Demetri Broxton, Ann Jastrab, and Hector Dionicio Mendoza. Dive into the Biennial's review process and learn about these distinguished members of California's art scene. Purchase tickets.

Enjoy an evening at MMA filled with live music by Kito Rayburn , local food and beverages, and interactive art activities for all ages. This special Biennial-themed First Friday will bring the exhibition to life with hands-on...

Sovino Wine Bar presents a Suncatcher Workshop with Carrie of Nautilus and Sway , 1pm-5pm. Join us for an afternoon of crafts and wine as we make our own suncatchers! Fee is $60 for materials and instruction. Reserve your spot.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Lilly Campos on Saturday, May 3, 3pm-5pm. Drop by the gallery, meet Lilly, and view her exhibit which captures, in glass, the essence of a perfect summer day along California’s coastline. Lilly's art will be featured at the gallery through May.

The MIIS Peace Corps Club presents a free screening of the award-winning documentary "A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps" on Monday, April 14 at 4:30pm in Irvine Auditorium.

In the film, Peace Corps volunteers, scholars, and host country nationals take a closer look at peace building, economic development, and political independence throughout the organization's history.

Monterey Museum of Art presents an outdoor dance party in our sculpture garden, 8pm-10pm, after our daytime Block Party .

Enjoy a music and light experience by DJ Hanif Wondir along with craft beer, wine, specialty cocktails, and delicious treats from local vendors. $25 general admission, $125 VIP admission - register online . Ages 21+ only.

Youth Arts Collective invites you to our annual LiveART event on Saturday, April 26, 5pm-10pm at our studio.

Join artists, musicians, and community members for a fun evening of live art-making, music, and camaraderie as we celebrate YAC's 25th anniversary. Tickets are $10-$25 - purchase here .