Youth in Arts Presents Here and Queer: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Spotlight Show
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., June 2, 2026 — Youth in Arts, a leader in accessible arts education for youth throughout Marin County, today announced the return of the Here and Queer: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Spotlight Show, an annual exhibition celebrating queer identity and creative expression. The show will be on view at the YIA Gallery in […]
Youth in Arts Names Roberta Catalinotto Executive Director to Lead Nonprofit Into Its Next Chapter
SAN RAFAEL, Calif., April 13, 2026 — Youth in Arts, a nonprofit dedicated to arts education, announced the appointment of Roberta Catalinotto as executive director, effective April 7. Catalinotto joined Youth in Arts following the departure of Taylor Buttrey who previously served as executive director until his departure in December 2025 to pursue a new […]
Youth and Older Artists Collaborate on New Marin Art Exhibit Challenging Ageism
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, […]
Breaking The Stigma Through Art: Student-Curated Here And Queer Show Returns
San Rafael, CA – May 29, 2025 – Youth in Arts is proud to present the Here and Queer: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Spotlight Show, a groundbreaking exhibition curated by a passionate local student, Eva Hellmold. The exhibition will be on view at the YIA Gallery in the Downtown San Rafael Arts District from June 6 […]
Youth in Arts 4th Annual C Street Celebration: A Day of Creativity, Community and Fun!
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 […]
Youth in Arts Awarded California Arts Council Grants
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 […]
34th Annual RISING STARS High School Art Show Announces Award Winners
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 […]
Youth in Arts Unveils My Voice Matters, Inaugural Student-Curated Art Show
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, […]
Youth in Arts Welcomes Taylor Buttrey as New Executive Director
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 […]
Outside the Lines Show Highlighting Artwork by Student with Disabilities Opens at YIA
San Rafael, CA – September 9, 2024 – Youth in Arts (YIA) is pleased to host our annual Outside the Lines show curated by Youth in Arts Visual Arts Coordinator, Cathy Bowman, aimed at celebrating the boundless imagination of students with disabilities in Marin. The exhibition will be on view at the YIA Gallery in […]
Youth in Arts’ Executive Director to Depart
San Rafael, CA — June 14, 2024 — Youth in Arts (YIA), a leading Marin nonprofit organization dedicated to providing arts education to students of all backgrounds and abilities, announces the departure of its Executive Director, Kristen Jacobson, who will be stepping down from her role after nearly five transformative years of leadership. Kristen has […]
SING OUT RAISES MONEY FOR ‘TIL DAWN SCHOLARSHIPS
SAN RAFAEL, CA – `Til Dawn, Youth In Arts’ award-winning a cappella youth ensemble, is back with its annual SING OUT! to raise money for its scholarship fund. The longest running, year-round teen ensemble in the Bay Area has been going strong for 26 years. This year, enjoy the show two ways! Hear them in […]
