Art creates community. That’s our mantra at the Santa Paula Art Museum. We believe that art strengthens our community by providing opportunities for self-expression, connection, learning, and joy. Occupying two beautifully renovated, historic buildings in the heart of downtown Santa Paula, California, the Santa Paula Art Museum features rotating exhibitions of historic and contemporary art, art classes for children and adults, Free Family Days, creative community events, a well-curated gift shop, and more.
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
“Plein Air Visions” Presented by the California Art Club
Established in 1909 by early California Impressionists to promote the practices of traditional fine arts, today’s California Art Club presents 35 contemporary plein air paintings of coastal and urban landscapes located from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles.
On view now thru September 7
“Celebrating Nature: Paintings by Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore”
For over 30 years, the Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore have united to celebrate and preserve the natural beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Their latest exhibit of 42 paintings showcase the parkland's scenic trails and coastline.
On view now thru November 9
From the Collection: Photographs by
Horace Bristol
After a childhood spent in Santa Paula, Horace Bristol (1908-1997) became one of the most important photographers of the 20th century, documenting pivotal moments in history—from the migrant farm workers of the Great Depression to the battlefields of World War II and portraits of post-war Japan.
On view now thru November 9
UPCOMING EVENTS & EXHIBITS
CLASSES AT SPAM’S COLE CREATIVITY CENTER
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 GRANTMAKERS AND
GOLD AND SILVER SPONSORS
The Santa Paula Art Museum is a participating member of Museums for All. Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,400 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID. The Santa Paula Art Museum offers free admission for EBT card holders and their family members.
Date/Time: Friday, September 12, 2025
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Teaching Artist: Andi Meyer
Cost: $42 per person
Preregistration required