Huntington Beach Art Center — Attraction in Huntington Beach

Rating given based on misinformation and lack of accountability. It was my first experience visiting this HB art center and I’m disappointed. If an art exhibit is “on view” from Oct 21 - Dec 16 and gallery hours on Saturdays are usually 12-5pm, why was the center closed to the public on Saturday, December 16? The front doors were locked today when I arrived at 3pm, the employees looked hesitant but one opened the door to tell me the art exhibit closed Friday, Dec 15 and that the center is closed today in reservation of an artist council meeting. They looked at me like I was supposed to know that somehow. Where was the information that the center is closed on this particular Saturday posted? Certainly not on the exhibit postcard, exhibit poster outside the center, website, or front door. Now I’m hesitant about returning to the center and trusting the employee’s invitation to “check out the next exhibit in January”. I suppose my tip is to not visit on the first or last day of their listed “on...

Huntington Beach art museum is a wonderful community treasure. Their slogan where art meets community is spot on

We recently went to an art show there and it was wonderful. The artists were there and we had to chance to talk with them personally about their vision and their art. 🖼

There’s lots going on - exhibitions, events and education.

This is the latest exhibit. If the shoe fits. Art on shoes - so interesting.

The art classes are great - plenty of different classes. Find your niche and paint away.

Enjoy your stroll through this...

Huntington Beach Art Center is a wonderful gallery and an absolute gem in Orange County. The entire staff is very friendly and helpful. I recently attended one of their openings and was very impressed with the caliber of the art on view in their beautifully immaculate, museum quality space. The curating here is top notch & it’s a quick 10-minute walk away from the pier. I cannot wait to attend more...