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
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.
High School Show
67th Annual Countywide Exhibition
April 19, 2025 – May 10, 2025
This exhibition aims to encourage young artists to new heights and support the growing creative community.
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
Artist Talk: Fullness Emptiness
Saturday, March 15th, 1:30 - 3pm
We at SCAL believe that sharing in ideas and expression is integral to our artists community. Come to our Artist Talk to gain insight on this exhibition from the artists themselves!
Reception: 67th Annual High School Show
Saturday, April 19th, 2pm-4pm
Since 1955, the Santa Cruz Art League’s High School Show has provided one of the only professional gallery exhibitions for high school-age artists in the county. This exhibition aims to encourage young artists to new heights and support the growing creative community! Join us for this reception to celebrate the talent of these emerging artists!
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