Artworks Salinas

Artworks Salinas Discover Arts4MC's ArtWorks at 262 Main Street! Visit us: Tues 11am - 2pm | Wed 2pm - 4pm | Fri to Sun 10am - 4pm | First Fridays 12pm - 8pm

ArtWorks Studio and Gallery is a welcoming space for creativity and community engagement. Nestled in the heart of Downtown Salinas at 262 Main Street, we offer a variety of exciting opportunities for artists and art lovers alike:

Artist Studios for Lease: We provide cozy studio spaces for artists to sublease at an affordable rate, with a low sliding scale. Rent includes all utilities, Wi

-Fi, and marketing support. The artist placement process is juried by a small panel to ensure the right fit for the program. For more information, email info(at)arts4mc.org. Exhibit and Gallery Space: Our gallery features rotating exhibits every quarter, showcasing fantastic pieces from local artists. We aim to promote a diverse array of artworks for visitors to enjoy. The gallery is open to the public for free, making art accessible to everyone. Artisanal Shop: Within our gallery, you’ll find an artisanal shop offering unique, handcrafted items created by local makers. Come and find one-of-a-kind treasures that add a touch of creativity to your life while supporting local artisans. Workshop and Popup Space: We also offer space for workshops and popup events, where vendors and artists can share their goods and engage with the community. Hours of Operation: We're open free to the public from Friday to Sunday, 10 am to 4 pm. Come visit us and be a part of the creative magic!

¡Acompáñanos en nuestra recepción de artistas del Primer Viernes el 5 de junio a las 5pm en ArtWorks Salinas! 🎨 Esta ser...
05/26/2026

¡Acompáñanos en nuestra recepción de artistas del Primer Viernes el 5 de junio a las 5pm en ArtWorks Salinas! 🎨 Esta será la última oportunidad para disfrutar de las impactantes exposiciones de Rubí Hernández y Holly Kristina Rose.

💫 Rubí Hernández presenta "Con el Corazón Abierto," una impactante colección de obras en carboncillo y lápiz que exploran temas como la identidad, la cultura y la resiliencia emocional a través del realismo y la expresión surrealista.

🌸 Holly Kristina Rose presenta "Polka Dot Parade," una vibrante celebración del color y la alegría, con divertidas transformaciones cosidas a mano de objetos cotidianos.

👩‍🎨 La artista residente Brenda Scettrini Saglio presenta "Resonant Voices: Honoring the Legacy and Leadership of Women," que incluye homenajes a mujeres influyentes y reflexiones personales arraigadas en la historia familiar.

🎶 Disfruta de música en directo, estudios abiertos y una velada llena de creatividad, conversación y conexión con la comunidad mientras el centro de Salinas cobra vida.

📍 Ubicación: 262 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas
🎟 ¡Este evento es gratuito y abierto al público!

Graduation season is here, and we have gifts that celebrate this special moment! 🎓 Browse our collection, including embr...
05/15/2026

Graduation season is here, and we have gifts that celebrate this special moment! 🎓

Browse our collection, including embroidered gift cards 💌 and unique items throughout the shop. 🎁 Celebrate your graduate with thoughtful, local gifts that are ready for the milestone! 🎉

Join us for our First Friday Artist Reception on June 5th at 5 PM at ArtWorks Salinas! 🎨 This will be the last opportuni...
05/08/2026

Join us for our First Friday Artist Reception on June 5th at 5 PM at ArtWorks Salinas! 🎨 This will be the last opportunity to experience the powerful exhibitions by Rubí Hernández and Holly Kristina Rose.

💫 Rubí Hernández showcases "Con el Corazón Abierto," a powerful collection of charcoal and pencil works that explore themes of identity, culture, and emotional resilience through realism and surreal expression.

🌸 Holly Kristina Rose presents "Polka Dot Parade," a vibrant celebration of color and joy, featuring playful, hand-sewn transformations of everyday objects.

👩‍🎨 Resident Artist Brenda Scettrini Saglio presents "Resonant Voices: Honoring the Legacy and Leadership of Women," which includes tributes to influential women and personal reflections rooted in family history.

🎶 Enjoy live music, open studios, and an evening filled with creativity, conversation, and community connection as Downtown Salinas comes alive.

📍 Location: 262 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas
🎟 This event is free and open to the public!

Thank you to everyone who attended, explored the artwork, and connected with the artists. Your presence made the evening...
05/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended, explored the artwork, and connected with the artists. Your presence made the evening special! 🤍

If you missed the artist reception, stop by this month and experience the gallery for yourself! 🌿

📍 262 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas
🎟 Free & open to the public

04/30/2026

Rubí Hernández invites you to visit ArtWorks Salinas and experience her artwork up close. Her drawings are deeply personal, capturing moments shaped by identity, emotion, and lived experience while allowing viewers to find their own connections within them.

Join us this Friday, May 1st, from 5–8 PM for the First Friday Artist Reception, where you can meet Rubí in person. Her exhibition will be on view through June 26, so be sure to stop by and experience it before it closes.

📍 262 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas
🎟 Free and open to the public

Nuestra recepción de artistas del primer viernes vuelve el 1 de mayo a las 5pm. Nos espera una noche de obras de arte at...
04/28/2026

Nuestra recepción de artistas del primer viernes vuelve el 1 de mayo a las 5pm. Nos espera una noche de obras de arte atrevidas, música en directo y una narrativa visual impactante. 🎨

💫 La artista destacada, Rubí Hernández, presenta "Con el Corazón Abierto", una impactante serie de dibujos a carboncillo y lápiz que explora la identidad, la cultura y la resiliencia emocional a través del realismo y el surrealismo.

🌸 La artista invitada Holly Kristina Rose nos trae "Polka Dot Parade", transformando objetos cotidianos en vibrantes obras cosidas a mano, llenas de color y alegría.

👩‍🎨 La artista residente Brenda Scettrini Saglio presenta "Resonant Voices: Honoring the Legacy and Leadership of Women", con homenajes a mujeres influyentes y reflexiones personales arraigadas en la historia familiar.

📸 Como parte de PhotoCarmel 2026, nos enorgullece presentar a las artistas residentes de fotografía Cristal Hamer, Kelly Melendez y Deborah Good, quienes expondrán obras fotográficas que exploran el paisaje, los viajes y la percepción.

🎶 Además, habrá música en directo a cargo de Franky Soto y acceso al estudio de los artistas residentes rotativos Edge Lorenzo, Nate Stapleton y Shagufta Khan, junto con varios artesanos locales.

¡Avísanos si te interesa comprar alguna obra de arte!

📍 262 Main Street, Oldtown Salinas
🎟 Entrada gratuita y abierta al público

04/23/2026

See the world through Kelly Melendez’s lens 📸

ArtWorks resident artist Kelly explores how travel and emotional experiences shape her photography. Her work invites viewers to slow down and connect with each image.

Kelly, along with Deborah Good and Cristal Hamer, is featured in the PhotoCarmel exhibits, a regional celebration of photography across the Central Coast. Their photographs are on display at ArtWorks Salinas, and we invite you to experience them in person and discover the stories behind each piece. 🧡

Join us for our upcoming First Friday Artist Reception to meet the artists, connect with the work, and be part of an inspiring evening of art and community.

🕒 Gallery Hours:
Tuesday: 11 AM – 2 PM
Wednesday: 2 PM – 5 PM
Friday to Sunday: 10 AM – 4 PM

📍 262 Main Street, Salinas

Bite into happiness with Cookies by Sarah, popping up at ArtWorks this Saturday with uniquely crafted, flavor packed coo...
04/19/2026

Bite into happiness with Cookies by Sarah, popping up at ArtWorks this Saturday with uniquely crafted, flavor packed cookies that bring a creative twist to every bite. 🍪

Join us this Saturday and enjoy handcrafted cookies inspired by your favorite nostalgic treats while experiencing the art pieces on view at ArtWorks and browsing incredible work from local creatives!

📍 262 Main St, Salinas, CA
⏰ Saturday, April 25th | 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM

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262 Main Street
Salinas, CA
93901

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Tuesday 11am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4am

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