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Events & Announcements
We create events and exhibits to amplify the voices of our students, Mentor Artists and community. Join us and explore more.
Design Thinking through Art and Architecture Opens July 2!
On view in the YIA Gallery July 2 – September 5, 2025 Architects, planners, and mentors from Youth in Arts, UC Berkeley’s Y-PLAN, and Dominican University of California’s Center for Community Engagement led studio workshops exploring the challenge posed by the DU President, Dr. Nicola Pitchford: What are the pathways, gateways, and bridges that will lead […]
Youth in Arts Summer Camp Accepting Applications!
Youth in Arts is excited to announce the YIA Summer Camp! Our summer camp empowers youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities through arts-based activities that foster social, emotional, and physical well-being. Participants will explore art in a fun, supportive environment designed to build confidence, creativity, and community connections. Program options may include: Visits to local […]
Here & Queer Pride Month Spotlight Show opens June 6th!
Here & Queer On View in the YIA Gallery June 6 – 27, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, June 6; 5:00 – 7:00 pm Gallery Location & Hours: 917 C St, San Rafael, CA 94901 Monday – Friday; 11:00 am – 4:00 pm *Don’t miss our Sensory Space and Art Lab sponsored by the Downtown San […]
“Wall of Voices” FREE Community Film Screening
Wall of Voices Thursday, May 29; 7:00 – 8:00 pm Smith Rafael Film Center 1118 4th St GET TICKETS Join us for an evening of community, creativity, and youth empowerment! CAFILM Education and Youth in Arts partnered for the second time to support youth filmmakers in producing, filming, and editing a short documentary about the […]
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What’s New at Youth in Arts? YIA Welcomes New Executive Director Hello to our valued Youth in Arts Community, ...
Mentor artists in our Visual Arts programs met at the Youth in Arts office recently to explore the ...
In the art room and on the dance floor, young artists are craving sensory rich experiences more than ever before. ...
Facts & Stats
Youth in Arts insists that access to a creative life is a right for all students.
20
Years of work
50000
1+ Million Students
1000
Students In-Person Annually
1000
Online Learners
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
Before art, “I thought I was going to not do things right and do everything wrong.” After art, “I realized that there are some challenges but I became better at art.”
What I learned in art is about story making. When I was involved in art is when I made a story.
What I learned in art is that people make mistakes. In art when I am involved I try my best and never give up.