Week of Events
Exhibit: Asian American Activism: From the 1960s to the Present
THRU December 23. PETER J. SHIELDS LIBRARY. Exhibit traces the Asian American Activism movement from the 1960s to the present, with a focus on the University of California, Davis campus. Using documents, photographs, and oral histories recordings, this interactive exhibit strives to diversify online sources for Asian American History and ethnic studies.
Pence Gallery: Healing Arts Workshop (6 Sessions)
The Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. Through the process of art-making, participants have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space under the guidance of facilitators Amy Vidra and Lyndsey Rocca. Participants must be […]
Frank Bettendorf: The Last Road Show
The Last Road Show is Frank Bettendorf’s watercolor paintings of a selection of abandoned buildings, railroad cars and trucks, and roadside attractions. Inspired by memories from previous explorations of the West, his landscapes create a specific sense of place and unique character. Remembering the history of a vanishing place, with all its beauty, originality, and […]
Pence Gallery: Found
Artists from the Sacramento region to the Bay Area have been drawn to the practice of creating assemblages since the 1950s. Assemblage refers to a sculpture fabricated by assembling discarded or recycled objects into a cohesive whole, often with an embedded social commentary. Contemporary artists Suzanne Adan, Randy Brennan, Julia Couzens, Stephen Giannetti, Nemo Gould, […]
Davis Pride Community Fair & Music Festival
After the 8th annual Run/Walk for Equality, join us for the LGBTQ+ and ally community celebration and music festival. Held in the heart of Davis, CA at Central Park (located on C Street between 3rd and 5th Streets). The annual Community Fair includes the Pride Music Festival with two amazing stages of entertainment featuring 25 […]
2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Tori Hunter
2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: Tori Hunter
Tori Hunter Black Magickal Heroes paintings and illustrations June 4 - July 1, 2022 2nd Friday ArtAbout Reception: June 10, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Logos Books, 513 Second Street, Davis, CA, 95616 Tori Hunter’s exhibit will contain illustrations and paintings of melanated pop culture superheroes and original characters. She will have posters and other […]
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
Join us at the Pence Gallery for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception on June 10, 6-9 PM (free admission). We will have three exhibits on display: Found This exhibit features sculptures by various contemporary artists, fabricated by assembling discarded or recycled objects into a cohesive whole. On display in the Community Gallery, June 10 […]
Curator’s Talk: Assemblage in Northern California
Curator’s Talk: Assemblage in Northern California
Curator’s Talk: Assemblage in Northern California Saturday, June 11, 2-3 PM | Free, suggested donation $10 Natalie Nelson shares a short history of the practice of assemblage, or found object sculpture, followed by an exhibit tour of Found. Found June 10 - August 14, Reception: June 10, 6-9 PM Artists from the Sacramento region to […]
Opening Reception for Boyd Gavin Exhibit at John Natsoulas Gallery
Opening Reception for Boyd Gavin Exhibit at John Natsoulas Gallery
Our opening reception on will celebrate the renowned artist, Boyd Gavin, and the exciting exhibition dedicated to his paintings. The exhibition will be open from June 8 to July 23, 2022 at the John Natsoulas Gallery in Davis, CA. All ages are welcome and admission is free. This is a rare opportunity to see fine […]
Pence Gallery Stories on Stage Davis Opening Night Gala
Pence Gallery Stories on Stage Davis Opening Night Gala
Stories on Stage Davis will kick off its ninth year of literary programming at 7 p.m., Saturday, June 11th with an opening gala fundraiser at the Pence Gallery, 212 D St. This gala will celebrate Stories on Stage Davis’ return to live programming as well as feature the work of writers Chris Feliciano Arnold, author […]