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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