Art in the Center

Along with exceptional meeting space and an endless array of recreational and leisure activities, Monterey is a flourishing arts community. The Conference Center features impressive permanent and rotating collections. Sculptures, paintings and tapestries from contemporary local artists adorn our walls and public spaces.

Upon entering the Conference Center, you are greeted by "Two Dolphins" (picture at right), a nine-foot-tall sculpture composed of thousands of pieces of inlaid wood. The work, created by Big Sur artist Emile Norman, depicts two dolphins in "flight" as they dance across the sea.

Rising to the second floor, the Alvarado Gallery presents an ever-changing array of art from Peninsula artists. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Monterey provides opportunities for artists to exhibit their work in a series of rotating art shows at the Alvarado Gallery in the Conference Center. The Gallery provides a forum for citizens of Monterey, and visitors to Monterey, to celebrate the rich artistic and cultural heritage of the area. The selected exhibitions highlight the quality and diversity of arts and cultural expression in the Monterey area in order to inform, educate and delight residents and Conference Center visitors.

Visit www.monterey.org/museums/MontereyArt/AlvaradoGallery.aspx to find out about the art that is currently on display or about how to submit your work for consideration.