The Santa Cruz Art League
One of California’s most significant and historic arts organizations, the Santa Cruz Art League inspires creativity and community through vibrant visual and performing arts.
Come Visit Us!
Office Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm
Gallery Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-5pm*
*Gallery Hours subject to change if closed for installation. View our Gallery Calendar here.
See What’s Happening!
Exhibitions
Movement: A Moment in Time
Nationwide Photography Exhibition
January 17, 2025 – February 22, 2025
Juried by local photographer Devi Pride, this exhibition is inspired by the magic of motion in our everyday lives.
Fullness Emptiness
Susie Wilson, Soo Choi, and Heejin Lee
March 7, 2025 – April 12, 2025
Fullness & Emptiness is the rhythm of life; a heartbeat is the sound of it, the tides are the creation of it, human experience is the living of it, and art is the translation of it.
Classes
Our Classes
We’re excited to be offering a wide selection of classes from our wonderful team of instructors, with a variety of mediums and levels. Take a look at our class listings to find the right one for you!
Drop-in workshops
Not ready to commit to registration? No problem! We also offer weekly drop figure drawing workshops for only $20. Check out our drop-in workshops page to see the regular and one-time workshops we are offering!
Events
First Friday:
March 7th, 5-7:30pm
Come and see our exciting new exhibition, Fullness Emptiness, for our second reception of 2025! This Exhibition features the works of Susie Wilson, Soo Choi, and Heejin Lee.
Community Meeting:
January 25th, 1-3pm
Do you have questions, suggestions, or feedback for us? We want to hear what you have to say. Join in for our community meeting on Saturday, January 25th to make your voice heard!
Become a Member
SCAL members enjoy discounted classes, higher commission rates, access to our exclusive member’s exhibition, and many other perks. Becoming a member of our community helps us continue to provide a space for local artists to come together.
Contribute
Donate or volunteer with us to support your local arts community! The Santa Cruz Arts League has always been a community-centered organization, and we rely on the generosity of our friends and members to continue providing a space for our county’s incredible artists.
Learn More
Curious about what SCAL can do for you? Check out our FAQ or read a bit about our history as one of California’s oldest art organizations.
If you have questions that aren’t answered on our website, we’d love to hear from you! Simply scroll to the bottom of this page to find our contact form.
Our Location
526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, Ca, 95060
Our convenient location is just minutes from downtown. Come visit us and explore our gift shop, gallery, and classrooms, as well as our blackbox theater!
Office Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm
Gallery Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-5pm
*Gallery Hours subject to change if closed for installation. View our Gallery Calendar here.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
admin@scal.org
Phone
(831) 426-5787