EXHIBITIONS

In keeping with its original goal of “enriching the cultural climate of the community,” the Palos Verdes Art Center focuses its exhibition program on living Southern California artists and themes. The first exhibition was held in 1931. Today, approximately 20 annual exhibitions in three galleries showcase a variety of artists, ranging from the regionally-significant to local students, working in all media. Many, curated by the Art Center, feature artists presenting an array of viewpoints highlighting aspects of a single theme. Others are eclectic juried shows. In the smaller galleries, there are occasional one or two-person shows, usually coordinated with a themed exhibition in the largest gallery. Related educational programming includes docent tours, catalogues, lectures and workshops.

The Palos Verdes Art Center’s three galleries are open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 1-4 p.m. Sundays (except major holidays). Docent tours of exhibitions are available 1-4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. School and community groups can arrange tours at other times by contracting programs@pvartcenter.org or calling 310-541-2479, ext. 305.