COVID-19 Response

Marin Center theaters & galleries are temporarily closed.  

All artistic programming has been suspended in compliance with health directives.

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THE ARTS ARE NOT A CHARITY; THEY ARE AN INVESTMENT.

“I can’t breathe.” These three words have rocked our nation’s conscience. Across the country, people are being confronted with the ugly truth about America’s history of systemic racism and are being called to respond individually and as a society to move our country in a more just and positive direction.

The many emotional, financial and physical stresses our communities are currently facing can seem overwhelming. But now is not the time to tune out. We must be engaged, pay attention and stay committed to combating racism in all forms.

All of us at the Marin Cultural Association are deeply saddened by the unnecessary death of George Floyd and the numerous black lives needlessly taken before him. We condemn racism of any kind and stand with those exercising their right to free speech in order to fight for a future that provides liberty and justice for all Americans.

By nurturing Marin’s artistic and cultural landscape, MCA strives to advance equality and inclusion. Art has power. It pushes boundaries. It sheds light on topics that would otherwise stay in the shadows. It makes us question. And it builds connections. We believe that by coming together and using our unique experiences and diverse voices to advocate for social change, we can truly make a difference.

In solidarity,

The MCA Team

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Artist & Community Resources
Lists will be updated regularly

THE MARIN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION 

The mission of the Marin Cultural Association is to support art & culture in Marin County, including enhancing the programs and facilities at the Marin Center and Marin County Fair. 

MCA advocates for and serves as a catalyst to increase participation, advance collaboration and optimize resources for art and culture in Marin County.

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Take Action
Help document and address the impact of COVID-19 on the arts sector.

Americans for the Arts are gathering data and impact stories through this survey link. The survey will capture a broad spectrum of data and stories that will demonstrate how the arts and culture workers triumphed and survived this crisis as well as the effect of the outbreak on operations through cancelled events, lost wages, and additional expenses. We encourage you to share this survey with your communities.

Financial Aid

The Artists’ Fellowship provides emergency aid to professional fine artists and their families in times of sickness, natural disaster, bereavement or unexpected extreme hardship.

Meeting monthly from September to June, the Board of Trustees reviews all applications to determine if they have been properly submitted and if they are eligible.  Applicants are encouraged to do this early in the month.  The Board does not meet in July and August.

DIRECTIONS

The Exhibit Hall / Bartolini Gallery 

10 Avenue of the Flags

San Rafael, CA 94903