The Napa Valley Art Association has been an active organization of local artists for the past 54 years, encouraging both local artists and students; and currently sustains a membership of over 90 artists. 

NVAA is a private, nonprofit arts organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for the Napa Valley by supporting arts and culture throughout the county. We provide funding, advocacy, marketing and exhibition opportunities for local artists. A large portion of member dues and a percentage of art sold contributes annually to the NVAA Scholarship Fund, which benefits local high school and college students who wish to pursue artistic careers.

Mission: Fostering and encouraging creative art, its understanding and appreciation, the Napa Valley Art Association provides the arts community with education and exhibition opportunities.

General Membership Meetings are held at the association facility at 1520 Behrens Street, Napa, CA 94559, on the fourth Monday of each month in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October and November. Meeting times are from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and include professional artist’s presentations and demonstrations and exhibitions of member works.  Guests are welcome with a $5 guest fee.

Exhibition opportunities include rotating shows at local banks and businesses, and a co-operative gallery:  Artists of the Valley - Oxbow at 710 First Street in Napa by the  Oxbow Public Market. The Association also provides monthly “Artist of the Month” competitions with viewing at the public library, participation in Chef’s Market plus other shows and competitions.

Art classes in various media are held at the Napa Valley Art Association facility featuring Napa Valley College teachers and renowned local artists.

Click here for membership information, or contact the association at sherrell@nvart.org.