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Youth in Arts Accessible Visual Arts Summer Camp Enrolling Students  Camp  for students with disabilities, ages 8–12, runs July 27–31 in Downtown San Rafael Arts District; scholarships available   SAN RAFAEL, Calif., June 24, 2026 — Youth in Arts, a leader in accessible arts education for youth throughout Marin County, announces that a limited number […]

Free exhibition on view Jan. 26–May 6 at Marin Civic Center Emerging and established artists worked together on “What About Age?,” a free exhibition exploring ageism through visual storytelling. San Rafael, Calif. — (Jan. 14, 2026) — With one third of Marin County residents projected to be 60 or older by 2030, the Marin Cultural Association,

SAN RAFAEL, CA – Prepare to be inspired! Youth in Arts invites the community to join us for the 4th Annual C Street Celebration, our FREE festival of creativity highlighting the power of arts education, happening May 17th in the Downtown San Rafael Arts District. This event showcases the creativity and talent of Marin County’s

San Rafael, CA — The California Arts Council has announced a grant award of $36,479 to Youth in Arts as part of its Creative Youth Development and Arts and Cultural Organizations General Operating Support programs during its 2024-25 fiscal year grant cycle. Support awarded will continue to benefit communities throughout the state until the end

More than 130 young artists submitted their artwork for Youth in Arts’ annual RISING STARS exhibit. The show, in its 34th year, features the best high school artists from public, private, and alternative schools across Marin County.  The showcase runs February 8 through April 11. It features drawings, paintings, photographs, prints, sculptures, mixed media, and

San Rafael, CA –  Given all the positive feedback received, Youth in Arts is thrilled to announce the extension of “My Voice Matters,” an inspiring new exhibition at the YIA Gallery, now on view through December 13, 2024. This innovative show features the work of high school artists Heath Carbone, Lea Ortiz, and Maddie O’Sullivan,

San Rafael, CA — October 30, 2024 — Youth in Arts is delighted to announce the appointment of Taylor Buttrey as its new Executive Director. With extensive experience in program development, community engagement, and arts education, Buttrey brings a strong commitment to equitable and responsive arts programming that aligns with Youth in Arts’ mission to