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Meet the Artists: Kimiko Miyoshi & Tava Tedesco Saturday, January 4th 1 - 3 pm FREE   Join us at PVAC to meet printmakers Kimiko Miyoshi and Tava Tedesco in the Norris Gallery Saturday, January 4th, between 1 and 3 pm. Don't miss this chance to talk with the artists on the last day of […]

9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts and Containers January 25 – April 12, 2025 Opening Reception: February 1, 2025 Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is pleased to announce 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts and Containers, a showcase of artworks by 18 distinguished artists from California’s established fiber art community. Presenting innovative […]

The Board of Trustees and Staff of Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education wish you and yours a happy Presidents’ Day. The Art Center will be closed Monday, February 17th, in observance of the holiday. ABOVE: Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze, 1851. Courtesy Metropolitan Museum of Art, New […]

Curators' Tour - 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts & Containers Saturday, March 8, 1-3 pm FREE ADMISSION Join us Saturday, March, 1-3 pm, when 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts & Containers curators Carrie Burckle and Jo Lauria will highlight many of the artists' influences and inspirations in the exhibit. They will provide unique insights and […]

Collected Treasures Estate Sale “Treasures Collected Just for You” Friday, March 21 & Saturday, March 22, 10 am - 4 pm Sunday, March 23,1 pm - 3 pm Beautiful linens, china, silver, fine and costume jewelry...we offer all these and other unique estate finds at Collected Treasures, a curated collection of special items at special […]

South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society Annual Show & Sale April 5 & 6, 2025 9am - 4pm FREE ADMISSION   Celebrating 51 years!  For anyone who loves the beautiful and the unusual: Collectors, Gardeners, Landscapers, Families & Friends, Kids and Grandkids * Thousands of plants for sale *Hard to find plants *Artistic pottery Expert advice for beginners & […]

 Get ready for an unforgettable week of creativity and exploration!  Spring Art Academy is back April 7–11, 9 AM–3 PM, and this year’s theme is "Exploring STEM, Clay, Coding, and Cuisine!"   Spots are limited—secure yours now!  Register today HERE.  What’s in store for young artists? ✨ Illustration & Mixed Media – Bring stories to life through STEM x Art exploration, drawing, […]

South Coast Rose  Society Exhibition of Roses Saturday, April 26, 2025 10 am - 4 pm South Coast Rose Society is having their annual Exhibition of Roses in the sun-filled Atrium at the Palos Verdes Art Center on April 27, 2024, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. This event is open to the public. Admission and parking […]

PVAC Annual Student Art Exhibition May 2 – May 24, 2025 Reception: Friday, May 2, 3-6 pm   Palos Verdes Art Center/Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education proudly presents the Annual Student Art Exhibition, featuring Palos Verdes Peninsula student artwork.   The exhibition will highlight this year’s artistic creations from Palos Verdes Art Center […]

CHRONICLES: The Photography of Ray Carofano May 2 – July 5, 2025 Artist Reception: Saturday, June 7, 6-9 pm   Curated by friend and artist Ron Linden, this long-awaited exhibition chronicles the career of revered San Pedro artist Ray Carofano by showcasing works in a variety of his photographic suites. From the painterly rendered riverrun […]