Marin County’s visual arts scene is buzzing. Galleries, museums, and community spaces are rolling out new and ongoing exhibitions through March and into spring.
From Mill Valley to Point Reyes Station, Sausalito to San Rafael, and across West Marin, artists are inviting neighbors to view, discuss, and participate in a season packed with photography, sculpture, prints, ceramics, and more.
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A Season of Marin County Exhibitions Extends into Spring
Curators across Marin’s towns are pairing established names with emerging makers. Libraries and civic spaces are hosting artist talks and themed showcases.
It’s not just a parade of openings. Receptions, walkthroughs, and demonstrations keep Marin’s art community lively well into spring.
Here’s a directional tour of what to catch in Mill Valley, Point Reyes Station, Sausalito, San Rafael, Belvedere Tiburon, Fairfax, Bolinas, and beyond.
Anthony Meier Fine Arts — Mill Valley
Mill Valley is a compelling stage for late-era work by Barbara Stauffacher Solomon. Her bold typography and architectural sensibility shaped contemporary design and public art.
In a cross-border collaboration with AGO Projects of Mexico City, the gallery is running a multi-venue inquiry through February 27. Visitors can explore Solomon’s influential late pieces alongside AGO’s contemporary perspectives.
- Highlight: Solomon’s enduring influence on graphic design and public art.
- Collaboration: A dialogue with Mexico City’s AGO Projects exploring cross-cultural conversations.
- Timing: Through February 27, a tight window ideal for a Marin weekend road trip from Sausalito or San Rafael.
Gallery Route One — Point Reyes Station
Heading north to Point Reyes Station, Gallery Route One opens multiple shows on March 7. The lineup includes “Listening to Light” with Rainey Straus sculptures and “Forces of Nature,” a printmakers’ exhibition.
This duo reflects a broad spectrum from tactile sculpture to delicate printed works. Natural and observational motifs run throughout, echoing West Marin’s landscape.
- Opening date: March 7, with reception opportunities for visitors and collectors alike.
- Featured artists: Rainey Straus and a rotating group of Marin printmakers.
- Vibe: A coastal gallery with a strong commitment to environmental and community themes.
Marin Museum of Contemporary Art — MiCA
In downtown San Rafael, Marin Museum of Contemporary Art is presenting a survey called “Set Up Situations: Photography as Action.” The show foregrounds photography as a performative and situational practice.
Viewers get invited to consider how images function in space, time, and social context through April 26.
- Theme: Photography as action and installation-influenced storytelling.
- Location: San Rafael’s arts corridor, easy for a weekend swing from Larkspur or Ross.
- Audience: Photographers, students, and curious visitors will find this a thought-provoking lineup.
Marin Center — Bartolini Gallery (San Rafael)
The Bartolini Gallery at the Marin Center is showcasing prints by the Marin Photography Club through February 27. The program emphasizes local talent and community participation.
It’s a reminder that Marin is a gallery without walls when it comes to fostering local art practice.
- Focus: Community-sourced photography.
- Audience engagement: Great stop for families and teens exploring visual storytelling.
Sausalito Center for the Arts — Sausalito
Across the water in Sausalito, the Center for the Arts presents “Fiber and Fire” through March 12. An alumni show titled “Open Inquiry” begins March 14.
Expect textile works, ceramic and glass textures, and multimedia pieces. The setting? Sausalito’s scenic waterfront, which never hurts.
- Media: Fiber arts, ceramics, and related disciplines.
- Seasonal arc: Alumni-led works paired with current explorations.
Libraries and Community Centers — A Countywide Program
From the Belvedere Tiburon Library to the Fairfax Library, and on to the San Rafael Public Library and Mill Valley Public Library, libraries and community centers are hosting themed exhibits and artist series into March.
These venues make Marin’s art accessible to neighborhoods. They offer spaces for talks, artist-led workshops, and casual gallery strolls that weave art into everyday life in East and West Marin alike.
West Marin’s intimate venues — A closer look
Across Bolinas and the surrounding coast, smaller venues like Blunk Space, Bolinas Museum, and Continuum Fine Art offer ceramics, dyed velvet, prints, and photography. Opening and reception dates vary, so it’s worth checking ahead.
These spaces show how West Marin’s creative energy turns into tactile, intimate experiences. Honestly, it’s tempting to detour off Highway 1 for a look.
- Experience: Ceramics, textiles, and prints in compact, community-focused environments.
- Appeal: Perfect for an afternoon drive from Fairfax or San Anselmo for a quick cultural fix.
Long-running, socially themed shows — Civic engagement in art
Organizations like the Marin Community Foundation and the county’s Civic Center galleries are curating long-running, socially themed exhibitions. Current shows include SOMOS: Cartographies of Belonging and “What About Age?” running through March and into April.
These exhibitions remind Marin County residents that art can spark conversations about identity, equity, and community. You’ll find them in accessible public spaces across Corte Madera, San Rafael, and beyond.
This spring in Marin County looks lively, honestly. There’s a packed calendar with gallery receptions, artist walkthroughs, and hands-on demonstrations in Mill Valley, Point Reyes Station, Sausalito, San Rafael, Belvedere Tiburon, and all over West Marin.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just someone curious about what’s happening, the Bay Area’s northern coastline keeps surprising with a constellation of exhibitions. It’s an open invitation to walk, talk, and linger among Marin’s remarkable local art.
Here is the source article for this story: Where to see artworks in Marin
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