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
Cornelis Botke: Painter
of the Western Scene
An exhibition of 50 oil and watercolor paintings and drawings by historic Santa Paula artist Cornelis Botke (1887-1954), whose landscapes, seascapes, and still lifes are widely admired for their joyous color and decorative compositions.
On view now thru July 12
Pam Grau: A Woman’s Painted Journey
Drawing inspiration from road trips, nature walks, and quiet moments of beauty, Ojai artist Pam Grau blends hand-painted papers, scanned textures, and digital tools to create layered works that reflect her recent shift toward a lighter, more sustainable way of making.
Premieres Saturday, May 16
From the Collection:
Murals of Santa Paula
Take a closer look at the preparatory studies for the City of Santa Paula’s downtown public murals, inspired by stories unique to Santa Paula.
On view now thru July 12
UPCOMING EVENTS & EXHIBITS
CLASSES AT SPAM’S COLE CREATIVITY CENTER
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 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 and Time: Four consecutive Saturdays: May 23, May 30, June 6 & June 13, 2026
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Teaching Artist: Jacqueline Moore
Cost: $165 for all four sessions
Preregistration required. Add class to cart to register.