HOLIDAY BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP: CRAFT BOLD IDEAS

HOLIDAY BLOCK PRINTING WORKSHOP: CRAFT BOLD IDEAS December 13, 11 am - 5pm Dive into the world of block printing in this engaging relief printmaking workshop! Learn to carve linoleum or rubber blocks, ink the surface, and use a press to create striking, handcrafted prints. Whether you're designing holiday cards or special gifts, this workshop […]

Winter Holiday Hours

Happy Holidays!  The Board of Trustees and Staff of Palos Verdes Art Center thank you for your support, and wish you and yours the very best winter holidays. PVAC will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday, December 24th and 25th, and Wednesday, January 1st.

Meet the Artists: Kimiko Miyoshi & Tava Tedesco

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 […]

Opening Reception: 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts and Containers

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 […]

PRESIDENTS’ DAY: PVAC will be closed Monday, February 17th

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

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

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

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 & […]

Spring Art Academy

 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

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 […]