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!
Open Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-5pm
Sundays 12pm-5pm (9/28 - 10/19)
*Gallery Hours subject to change if closed for installation. View our Gallery Calendar here.
See What’s Happening!
Exhibitions
Open Studios Preview Show
September 26, 2025 - October 19, 2025
This preview show is a chance for artists in the county-wide Open Studios Art Tour to display an exemplary piece. Come see their work to get a head start on planning your tour, and pick up your artist postcards and studio guidebooks while you’re at it!
Luck of the Draw
October 29, 2025 - November 8, 2025
Luck of the Draw is our annual fundraiser exhibition! Generous and talented members of our artistic community donate their work to be shown in our gallery and then won by our raffle ticket holders.
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 including pastels, watercolors, oil and acrylic painting, and drawing and sketching! Our classroom welcomes all levels of students, from complete beginners to experienced artists. Take a look at our class listings to find the right one for you!
Critique Groups
Community and discussion are essential to artistic growth! Come join in on our monthly artistic discussion group to get constructive feedback on your art from a welcoming group of fellow artists.
Events
Open Studios Receptions
Sunday, September 28, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Friday, October 3, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
We're excited to once again be hosting the Open Studios Preview Show here at the Santa Cruz Art League! This exhibit is a chance for Open Studios artists to display an exemplary piece and for gallery visitors to get a head start on planning their studio tours. Join us for an opening reception on September 28 and a First Friday reception on October 3!
SCAL’s 106th Birthday Party!
Saturday, October 11, 3:00pm-5:00pm
The Santa Cruz Art League celebrates 106 years! Join us for cake, coffee, community, and a special birthday raffle to win a $100 Luck of the Draw ticket!
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