September at the Santa Paula Art Museum

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“View to Town” by Harvey Cusworth, 2023, Oil on canvas, 24 x 24 inches, Available for purchase.

Harvey Cusworth’s “Visions of Conejo Valley and the Malibu Coast”

Saturday, September 13, from 4 PM to 6 PM

$5 SPAM Members • $10 Non-members

Experience the beauty of Ventura County through the eyes of award-winning Thousand Oaks artist Harvey Cusworth. Inspired by California’s distinctive natural light, Cusworth’s expressive oil paintings explore the dynamic between light, color, and form.

The solo exhibition presents 29 original works ranging from sweeping views of the Santa Monica Mountains and Pacific coastline to intimate scenes of urban life. All of the artworks will be available for purchase. “Visions of Conejo Valley and the Malibu Coast” will be on view from September 13, 2025, to January 11, 2026.

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Kids & Families

Free Family Day: Indigenous Arts and Culture

Sunday, September 7, from 12 PM to 3 PM

Free for all ages

Free Family Day is back on the first Sunday of every month from September through June! Our September event invites families to explore the traditions and artistic expressions of Indigenous cultures through hands-on art activities.

At 1 PM, Tonetta Lone Elk, a Northern Cheyenne Native American and Ventura County educator, will lead a book reading and hands-on activity exploring pictographs and the storytelling traditions of her ancestors. Admission is free and all are welcome.

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Parent and Child

Art Class

Starts Mon., September 8 • 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

$100 for 4 sessions (parent + child)

Scholarships available

An all-new Parent and Child Art Class begins Monday, September 8. The four-part series is a fun, hands-on way to explore creativity with your little one (ages 3-6). Teaching artist Mieriam Ross will guide you through playful, skill-building projects using safe, washable materials.

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September Classes

All skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided in every class. SPAM members receive 10% off all classes. Youth scholarships are available for families enrolled in the state’s EBT or WIC programs.

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Out and About

From the Collection

“Taos Indian on Rooftop” by Horace Bristol, 1940, Gelatin silver print, Gift of Leslie and John Nichols.

Photographs by Horace Bristol (1908-1997)

On view now through November 9, 2025

After spending most of his childhood in Santa Paula, Horace Bristol became one of the most important American photographers of the 20th century, documenting pivotal moments in history from the migrant farm workers of the Great Depression to the battlefields of World War II and portraits of post-war Japan. Our newest exhibit features over a dozen gelatin silver print photographs from the Museum’s permanent collection.

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Santa Paula Art Museum & Gift Shop Hours

Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Closed Monday and Tuesday

Cost of Admission

Adults $4.00 • Seniors $3.00

Free for children, students, and members

Free for everyone on the first Sunday of every month

Cole Creativity Center Gallery

& Supply Shop Hours

Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Cole Creativity Center is otherwise open only for classes and special events.