Yoga in the Galleries
Join instructor Megan Cassamas for yoga in the galleries and breathe in the inspiration of our beautiful Iluminado exhibition. Bring your own mat and dress in layers. Advance registration is required due to limited space.
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Join instructor Megan Cassamas for yoga in the galleries and breathe in the inspiration of our beautiful Iluminado exhibition. Bring your own mat and dress in layers. Advance registration is required due to limited space.
Join us at MMA La Mirada for our Iluminado winter book sale. This holiday season look through MMA's new and used books, featuring limited-edition exhibition catalogs, rare and oversized books, and so much more. Don't miss your opportunity to find your new favorite book or find one for someone you love!
Join us for an evening of merriment and reflection as we celebrate the end of the year and the closing of Iluminado. Highlights include local food and beverage available for purchase from Taevada Treats, Other Brother Beer, and Scheid Vineyards, and a live set by DJ Luna.
Sound has been used for thousands of years because for its healing properties that target us on a physiological and spiritual level. These instruments are tuned to activate different centers and glands within the body to enhance the structures. Think of it as detox for your nervous system. You will leave feeling renewed and rested […]
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
Join us in the galleries for an inspiring afternoon with artists Jeffrey Becom and Lucas Blok as they share their insights into The Persistence of Color II. Through their vibrant and distinctive works, the artists will explore the significance of color as a central force in art and life, reflecting on their creative journeys and […]
Punch needle embroidery is a dream for the tactile artist and can be a beautiful meditative experience. Participants in the workshop will find the joy that comes from "painting" with 100% wool yarns. They will learn how to thread and use the punch needle tool, perform two different stitches that can be used to create […]
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
Join Guest Curator Cydney Payton and Monterey Museum of Art Archivist Eleanor Uhlinger in a conversation about presenting, preserving, and creating new futures for the work of fine artists. Open Archive will offer a rare behind-the-scenes conversation about Monterey Museum of Art's historical archives and the curation of the exhibition Morley Baer: Modernism in Northern […]
Learn how to make landscape and portrait cyanotypes with Iris McGilloway of Song Dog Studios using photo negatives. Participants are encouraged to bring their own personal photo negatives, all other supplies are included. Open to all experience levels!
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
Get ready for the Monterey Museum of Art's 3rd Annual Block Party! This vibrant arts festival, free and open to all, transforms downtown Monterey into a bustling hub of art and creativity. Discover local artisans and makers showcasing their unique crafts alongside dazzling performances and a variety of delicious food and drink options. Participate in […]
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
All are welcome to join Monterey Biennial artists, friends, and families for the opening of the Biennial at Monterey Museum of Art. Enjoy beverages and light bites in MMA's Sculpture Garden and spend time in the galleries exploring the exhibition. This special event honors the diverse and dynamic talent of artists across Fresno, Kern, Kings, […]
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
Enjoy an evening at MMA filled with live music by Kito Rayburn, local food and beverages, and interactive art activities for all ages. This special Biennial-themed First Friday will bring the exhibition to life with hands-on experiences tied to the artwork on view. The Museum welcomes you, friends, and family for an evening to enjoy […]
Bring the whole family to downtown historic Monterey for a FREE fun-filled day of creativity, community, and celebration. Stop by MMA to create art inspired by the Monterey Biennial and engage with the exhibition in a brand-new creative setting. Around town, explore historic Monterey by visiting community partners including Monterey Public Library, Cooper-Molera Adobe, and […]
Join us at the Museum for an afternoon of conversation with Biennial Jurors Demetri Broxton, Ann Jastrab, and Hector Dionicio Mendoza. Dive into the creative minds behind the Biennial's review process and learn more about these distinguished members of California's art scene.
Spend the longest day of the year at the Monterey Biennial at this unique event dedicated to California's creative community. Join other artists, gallerists, and prominent members of the region for an evening of live music, summer cocktails, and a casual outdoor dinner.