Founded in 1968 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, the Martinez Arts Association (MAA) continues to flourish within a thriving and exciting arts community, expanding its programs each year.
Situated within the city limits of Martinez, California, the MAA sponsors and participates in local art and music festivals. In May 2007, MAA opened the cooperative mARTinez Gallery, and it has since enjoyed strong support from the community.
The association’s annual fund-raiser, Art in the Park With Live Music, is held the third Sunday in August in Susana Park in downtown Martinez.
From the proceeds of the association’s fund-raising, the MAA is able to provide scholarships to local graduating seniors to encourage their artistic endeavors. Also, in response to budgetary cutbacks to K-12 schools, the MAA offers funds to teachers for purchasing art supplies.
Board of Directors and Committees
To Volunteer or Contact any one of these committees, please email info@martinezarts.org
Executive Officers
President
Cathy Riggs
Vice President
Aaron Cole
Corresponding Secretary
Pat Calabro
Recording Secretary
Carol Wiley
Treasurer
Marilyn Bays
Pat Calabro
Gwen Spratt
Scholarships
Carol Wiley
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Executive Board Members
Stephen Lao
Finance Chair:Marilyn Bays
Nominating Chair: Marilyn Bays
Kerre Reese
Membership Chair:RC Ferris
MAA Annex
Special Events
Gay Gerlack