Art Lives Here. Since 1919.

For over a century, the Santa Cruz Art League has supported artists at every stage - while keeping art accessible to everyone.

Founded in 1919, the Santa Cruz Art League was created by artists who believed in learning, sharing, and growing together. More than a century later, that vision is still alive

We exist to make art accessible to artists, students, and the entire community through exhibitions, education, and connection.

🎨 100+ years of community-centered art

🖼️ Free exhibitions open to the public

✏️ Classes for all levels

🥂 Receptions, fundraisers, and community events

🌱 A creative home for all ages and backgrounds

Exhibitions

• 9-12 exhibitions each year featuring local and regional artists

• Gallery opportunities for emerging, student, and professional artists

• Monthly receptions celebrating the art and artists on display

• All exhibits and receptions are free and open to the public!

Classes & Creative Growth

• Classes in painting, drawing, mixed media, and more

• Welcoming complete beginners to experienced artists

• Workshops, critique groups, and drop-in sessions

• One-day workshops to six-week series classes
  

Community

• A space to connect, collaborate, and grow

• Programs serving all ages, emerging artists, and lifelong learners

• Community and social events for artists, art-lovers, and art-explorers

Why It Matters

Art isn’t just something you look at - it’s something that builds community. From first-time high school exhibitors to lifelong artists, the Art League creates space for people to be seen, to learn, and to belong.

Serving Santa Cruz County for 100+ years, SCAL has engaged thousands of visitors annually and supports artists at every point in their journey.

Come Experience It

Visit our galleries, take a class, or simply stop by and get to know the SCAL team!

526 Broadway, Santa Cruz
Wed–Sat, 12–5pm