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
96 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, 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.
Art Centre Hours:
Thursday through Sunday, Noon to 4 p.m.
Closed holidays.
1515 3rd Street (corner of E Street)
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-454-9561
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.
To view participating member's artwork, click on Artist Galleries.
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Support MSA and its mission
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 Street and 4th & C Street.
SPACE AVAILABILITY AT THE ART CENTRE
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
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CURRENT AND UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
EXHIBITIONS
MUSIC FOR IN GALLERY RECEPTIONS/2ND FRIDAY ART WALK PROVIDED BY JT & FRIENDS
WORLD UNTAMED
An art inspired journey to the natural beauty of the wild world uncontrolled by humans. Virtual exhibition dates: March 30 through May 24, 2024. Virtual reception: Friday, April 5, 2024, 5 p.m. on Zoom.
CRAZY FOR ART
An adventurous exhibition of MSA member’s artwork.
Exhibition dates: April 4 - April 27, 2024. Reception: Friday, April 12, 5 to 8 p.m.
SPECIAL EVENT
MARIN OPEN STUDIOS
FIRST TWO WEEKENDS IN MAY
SEE 26 ARTISTS AND THEIR WORKS
AT OUR LOCATION
FOR ARTISTS
EXHIBITIONS TO ENTER
Online Exhibition, open to all artists over 18 years of age.
To enter now:
Artist's Eye
In Gallery Exhibition, open to all S.F. Bay Area artists over 18 years of age. To enter now:
California Mind
An MSA Members' Exhibition
Receiving May 14 & May 15
Details at:
ABSTRACTION
Coming in July
On The Road
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
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.
Wednesday Drop-in Painting
Noon to 3pm. Non-members welcome. Space to paint, no instructor, see details. On hiatus.
THE MSA CRITIQUE
First Friday of the month, starting at 10AM.
Bring in your latest work or two, or something in process. Receive a friendly and helpful critique from fellow artists. In the Flex room. FREE
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.
Adult and Children's Art Classes
Ongoing classes, workshops, plus non-instructor groups.