California Film Institute promotes film as art and education through year-round programming at the Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, presentation of the acclaimed Mill Valley Film Festival and DocLands Documentary Film Festival, and cultivation of the next generation of filmmakers and film lovers through CAFILM Education programs.

Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth St.,
Open Hours: Showtimes listed on website

Downtown is the cultural heart and soul of our City, where activity, dining, entertainment and commerce blends with creative and entrepreneurial spirit. Downtown is where hometown pride and community thrive.

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Visit website, there is a celebration in Downtown each month!

Visit the MSA Art Center:
3 Galleries, 17 studios. See the art, meet the artists, take a class, rent space in a spacious gallery/meeting setting.

 

1515 3rd St @ E St., San Rafael, CA 94901

Open Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 12pm–4pm

We connect community members to advocate for social and environmental justice for all to thrive.

We accomplish our mission through the provision of services in the areas of Community Resilience, Youth & Families, Basic Needs Support, and Arts & Culture.

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709 Fifth Ave. San Rafael, CA 94901 • 415.526.2486

Youth in Arts builds visual and performing arts skills through innovative and in-depth programs that foster confidence, compassion and resilience in students of all abilities. We develop capacity among educators and teaching artists, advocate for equitable access to arts education and offer opportunities for youth to share their creative voices.

 

917 C St, San Rafael, CA 94901

Open Hours: Monday–Friday, 11am–4pm

More than a physical location, AWD creates a setting that fosters unity, belonging, collaboration, opportunity, and creativity – all elements of a thriving and healthy arts community.

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1325–1337 Fourth St, San Rafael, CA 94901

Open Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 12pm–6pm

Falkirk Cultural Center, owned and operated by the City of San Rafael, is a beautiful 19th century eleven-acre country estate listed on the National Historic Register.

 

1408 Mission Ave. @ E St., San Rafael, CA 94901
Open Hours Tuesday - Friday | 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm; Saturday | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

On our stages, in classrooms, and in prisons, we create spaces for connection—where people come together to reflect on the past, envision the future, and ignite meaningful dialogue through the arts. We spark cultural engagement, inspire learning, and drive lasting community transformation.

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514 Fourth Street Theatre
San Rafael. CA 94901