Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Visit SMoCA and experience the unexpected. The result is a lively community space that is a laboratory for creative thinking and new ideas.
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Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is an artist and audience-centered institution that brings communities together under the shared philosophy that art has the power to engage our imaginations, challenge our perceptions, and inspire change. Opened in 1999, the Museum has established itself as a leader in the arts presenting innovative exhibitions and educational programs. SMoCA engages

with emerging and established artists from around the world and from our own community to support new commissions and encourage dialogue about the art of our time. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion as organizational values, SMoCA, together with creatives across platforms, promotes cross-cultural dialogue and fosters mutual understanding and respect.

We're only a few days away from "Infinite Clouds," a special one-night-only performance of music and movement within Squ...
06/01/2026

We're only a few days away from "Infinite Clouds," a special one-night-only performance of music and movement within Squidsoup's "Infinite" exhibition. Get your tickets today! https://scottsdalearts.org/whats-on/events/infinite-clouds-an-immersive-performance/

For one-night-only performance, Squidsoup’s "Infinite" will become a three-dimensional instrument, played live in response to performers in the space: NicoleOlson|MovementChaos and violinist julz from Lunar Calendar, who recorded the soundscape for "Infinite." This is your only chance to experience this meeting of light, art, technology, music, and movement. Tickets: https://sarts.co/4niYbO0

Only a few tickets left for Friday's encore presentation of "Mystery in the Museum: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets." Ge...
05/28/2026

Only a few tickets left for Friday's encore presentation of "Mystery in the Museum: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets." Get them before they're gone! https://scottsdalearts.org/whats-on/events/mystery-in-the-museum-smoca-brushstrokes-and-buried-secrets-encore-presentation/

The encore presentation of Mystery in the Museum: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets is almost sold out! Get your tickets today to uncover the cryptic clues, decipher them, and crack the puzzles to win the grand prize. Each ticket includes two free drinks, a goody bag, and an unforgettable evening. Tickets: https://sarts.co/4dzHDOF

Scottsdale Arts is hiring a preparator, who will be responsible for the technical aspects of temporary exhibitions and p...
05/26/2026

Scottsdale Arts is hiring a preparator, who will be responsible for the technical aspects of temporary exhibitions and permanent collection installation and deinstallation for the Public Art Program and Canal Convergence. This role will also support the installation needs of Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) and Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3JZuONa

The encore presentation of Mystery in the Museum: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets is almost sold out! Get your tickets t...
05/24/2026

The encore presentation of Mystery in the Museum: Brushstrokes and Buried Secrets is almost sold out! Get your tickets today to uncover the cryptic clues, decipher them, and crack the puzzles to win the grand prize. Each ticket includes two free drinks, a goody bag, and an unforgettable evening. Tickets: https://sarts.co/4dzHDOF

Scottsdale Arts is hiring a Donor Experience Manager, Public Giving, who will guide organizational supporters, including...
05/23/2026

Scottsdale Arts is hiring a Donor Experience Manager, Public Giving, who will guide organizational supporters, including corporations, foundations, government agencies, and educational institutions, through a strategic and relationship-centered management process, strengthening a robust pipeline of institutional donors. See the job details here: https://sarts.co/3JZuONa

For one-night-only performance, Squidsoup’s "Infinite" will become a three-dimensional instrument, played live in respon...
05/22/2026

For one-night-only performance, Squidsoup’s "Infinite" will become a three-dimensional instrument, played live in response to performers in the space: NicoleOlson|MovementChaos and violinist julz from Lunar Calendar, who recorded the soundscape for "Infinite." This is your only chance to experience this meeting of light, art, technology, music, and movement. Tickets: https://sarts.co/4niYbO0

Summer heat got you down? Chill out and join us for Summer Break on June 26! It will be a fun-filled evening with yummy ...
05/20/2026

Summer heat got you down? Chill out and join us for Summer Break on June 26! It will be a fun-filled evening with yummy treats, drinks, performances, and games for all ages. And yes, there will be prizes! Learn more: https://sarts.co/49du98A

For this one-night-only performance on June 6, Squidsoup’s "Infinite" will become a three-dimensional instrument, played...
05/08/2026

For this one-night-only performance on June 6, Squidsoup’s "Infinite" will become a three-dimensional instrument, played live in response to performers in the space: NicoleOlson|MovementChaos and violinist julz from Lunar Calendar, who recorded the soundscape for "Infinite." Details: https://sarts.co/4niYbO0

🕐Got just a minute? 🕛Or an hour? See Evan Roth: Pathfinding before it’s too late! Evan Roth’s Pathfinding reflects a sea...
05/02/2026

🕐Got just a minute? 🕛Or an hour? See Evan Roth: Pathfinding before it’s too late! 

Evan Roth’s Pathfinding reflects a search for slowness, light, and warmth, using the sky above Scottsdale as both source and inspiration.

Evan Roth: Pathfinding is on view until May 17🌫️


Installation view of Evan Roth: Pathfinding, 2025. Photo by David Blakeman.

Address

7374 E 2nd Street
Scottsdale, AZ
85251

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+14808744666

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