Arts
Immerse yourself in Santa Monica's thriving arts scene through our dedicated coverage. From gallery openings and public installations to profiles of local artists and cultural events, we celebrate the creative spirit that enriches our beachside community. Our reporting spans the Bergamot Station arts complex, neighborhood galleries, street art, and the innovative works that transform our city spaces. Stay connected with Santa Monica's cultural pulse through our coverage of exhibitions, artist interviews, and arts education initiatives. Whether you're an artist, collector, or art enthusiast, the Santa Monica Daily Press is your window into our city's diverse artistic landscape.
Noteworthy – Listen to Rickie, you rascals
I GOT NOTHIN’ This week. Well, I’ve never really got “nothin’.” But on a lonely unmotivat
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Santa Monica Public Library Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Check out our collection of recommended APAHM reads for adults and youth, available online as ebooks or downloadable audiobooks with...
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Give Kids Art… it’s all in the name
Registered as a nonprofit based in Santa Monica, Give Kids Art aims to provide local children in the
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LACO at Home
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO), ranked among the world’s top musical ensembles, presents a new LACO AT HOME digital program...
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Venice Arts begins weekly series for young creatives
Local youth who are interested in pursuing a future in photography, film and other visual media are
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SoCal Museums Announces K–12 Digital Offerings at 30+ Museums and Cultural Institutions
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous cultural institutions across Southern California are offering K-12 educational resources for families and...
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Culture Watch – Stuck at home? Try something new!
You don’t just have to sit there. You could learn a skill, a craft, or maybe a little science. Try
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18th Street Arts Center to host bilingual classes for local families through June
In an effort to provide children and families with a fun and entertaining way to learn during the pa
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Local finds life lessons in photography
From the time he first picked up a camera in 2016, Calvin Clifford Leonard has found success. But li
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Culture Watch – THE SHOWS MUST GO ON…LINE
It’s hard keeping it together, isn’t it? You can stream endless entertainment via Netflix, Hulu,
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