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YIA Open House: Community Creativity Forum
YIA Open House: Community Creativity Forum Thursday, March 6; 5:30 – 7:30 pm We invite you to join us to experience our work firsthand! On Thursday, March 6th from 5:30 – 7:30 pm, participate in engaging demonstrations led by Youth in Arts Teaching Artists. Explore the visual arts, music, and dance lessons that inspire our […]
I AM: Laurel Dell Mural Dedication March 5th!
I AM: Laurel Dell Mural Dedication March 5, 2025 at 4:00 pm “There’s Always Room for Another Lion in the Den” was created in the fall of 2024 as part of Youth in Arts’ Intensive Arts Mentorship program. This mural was made possible through a collaboration between San Rafael City Schools and Youth in Arts. […]
4th Annual C Street Celebration May 17!
Youth in Arts’ 4th Annual C Street Celebration FREE Community Festival of Creativity May 17, 2025; 11 am – 4 pm featuring: Student music and dance performances Hands-on family art workshops Activities with our Community Partners Children’s Avenue chalk painting Teaching Artist performances Face painting Local food and drink Full-length ‘Til Dawn a cappella concert […]
Rising Stars 34th Annual High School Art Show
Featured artworks from Marin School of the Arts The 34th Annual Marin County High School Art Show will be on view in the YIA Gallery, February 8 through April 11. The Opening Reception will be held February 8; 2 – 4 pm. The exhibition features work by over 130 students from 14 public, private, and […]
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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.