Smithsonian Museum Day Family Program
calling all families! come get your art + nature fix this smithsonian museum day! TICKETS Tickets can be purchased the day of the event at the Gallery 1 reception desk. All participants must have a ticket. TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE HERE + AT DOOR Featuring create your own kaleidoscope natural assemblage & nature object collections*Empty […]
Ceramic Workshop: Viola Frey | October 1
Experience Viola Frey and building with clay, in a day outdoor at di Rosa! REGISTER About the Workshop This workshop focuses on Viola Frey’s dynamic sculpting techniques and colorful surface design. Artist Kala Stein will introduce Frey’s work in the di Rosa collection and help contextualize it within the world of ceramics while exploring the […]
Art + Nature Hikes
NEXT DATES: AUGUST 14 TICKETS Join di Rosa’s knowledgeable guides on a hike through the Sculpture Meadow and up the northern side of the property. Hikers will experience the diverse aspects of art and nature that di Rosa offers and will double back after reaching Wind House by Ned Kahn. This moderate hike is approximately 2.5 […]
Winery Lake Bird Walks
Join renowned Bay Area artist Paul Kos for an afternoon of petanque—a French boules sport that has played a role in his artistic practice for decades. Kos will deliver a brief lecture about his relationship with the game—and its role in the creation of his masterpiece Chartes Blue (1982-86)—before re-dedicating his site-specific his site-specific installation Zizi Va (1994), a functioning petanque court which has been newly refurbished for ongoing public use. Finally, Kos and guests will participate in a rousing tournament, competing for a golden ball adorned with Kos’ signature. Laissez les bon temps rouler!
Milliken Peak Hikes
HIKE TO MILLIKEN PEAK! NEXT HIKE: AUGUST 20 PURCHASE TICKETS Join di Rosa’s knowledgeable guides on a hike through the Sculpture Meadow and up the northern side of the property to Milliken Peak. Hikers will experience the diverse aspects of art and nature at di Rosa. This moderate hike is approximately 3 miles round trip with […]
Play Pétanque at di Rosa | Ongoing
Join renowned Bay Area artist Paul Kos for an afternoon of petanque—a French boules sport that has played a role in his artistic practice for decades. Kos will deliver a brief lecture about his relationship with the game—and its role in the creation of his masterpiece Chartes Blue (1982-86)—before re-dedicating his site-specific his site-specific installation Zizi Va (1994), a functioning petanque court which has been newly refurbished for ongoing public use. Finally, Kos and guests will participate in a rousing tournament, competing for a golden ball adorned with Kos’ signature. Laissez les bon temps rouler!
Incorrect Previews: Explorations of Exhibition Vignettes with Kate Eilertsen & Twyla Ruby | At Home
The Incorrect Museum: Vignettes from the di Rosa Collection explores the history of art in Northern California. Drawing on the institution’s extensive collection, the exhibition will present a series of vignettes exploring regional movements ranging from Funk and Nut art to Northern California conceptualism.
Making Art with Everyone / Haciendo arte con Todos | November 20
join us for a special community studio experience to celebrate the work of Oliver Lee Jackson, on its opening weekend Overlooking Winery Lake, focused on creativity and communal participation, with visitors of all ages. Education staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist with the creative experience and non-toxic art supplies, encouraging all to […]
Halloween at di Rosa | October 31
join us for spooky fun this halloween! Trick-or-treat around campus Create crafts Spooky eye spy Fun activities Bring a blank t-shirt or tote to screen print! Questions? Call 707.226.5991 x25 or email visit@dirosaart.org Click here for tickets (ghouls and goblins age 17 & under are free).
Incorrect Ceramics Workshop with Kala Stein and Sonoma Ceramics, Sonoma Community Center | October 9
REGISTER Experience the Pot Palace from The Incorrect Museum: Vignettes from the di Rosa Collection through the eyes of ceramicist and Sonoma Community Center Director of Ceramics & Arts Kala Stein! Kala will walk you through the pieces in the Pot Palace vignette to better understand their context in the world of ceramics, explain how they were […]