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Visual Arts & Crafts
Benicia is home to painters, sculptors, photographers, wood turners, illustrators, metal smiths, ceramicists, jewelry designers and other artists, with studios scattered throughout the city, but primarily concentrated in Benicia's intriguing Arsenal arts district.
“Traveling to the Benicia Arsenal is much like falling into the White Rabbit's hole. The Wonderland Adventure begins by passing through large wrought iron gates and taking several forks and bends in the road until the waterfront district of the Arsenal is before you. This area holds mystery and edginess with a mix of history and industry. Artists share space with galleries, event facilities, antique and furniture stores, manufacturers, and an active port. The buildings range from historic to converted factory plants.“
– Christina Strawbridge in Inside Benicia. December 2009
The Arsenal's twice-yearly Open Studios events are parallel to none, in part due to the Arsenal's nearly 100 artists being concentrated into a relatively small, walkable area. In contrast to most open studios events, visitors are able to park their cars and walk to dozens of artist studios, making it possible to see much more art than at other similar events.
Art Galleries
Arts Benicia
991 Tyler Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-0131
Benicia Plein Art Gallery
307 First Street
Benicia, CA 94510
Bliss Salon & Spa
117 East F Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 746-8983
Gallery 621
621 First Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 746-6211
Lindsay Art Glass
109 East F Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 748-1336
Mernie Buchanan Studio & Gallery
117 East D St.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-5694
Nourot Glass Studio
675 East H St
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-1463
Parsons Gallery
131 First Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(925) 405-2302
Smyers Glass
675 East H Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-2614
Studio 41: an American Craft Gallery
700 First Street
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-0254
Historic Crafts
Bradbury & Bradbury Art Wallpapers specializes in handmade historical wallpaper used for restorations in the Victorian, Arts & Crafts, and Modernism styles. Tours can be scheduled by appointment by calling (707) 746-1900.
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