Sedona Arts Center's Art Barn with founders circa 1961.
Photograph by Bob Bradshaw.

Sedona Arts Center was Founded in 1958.

Join us in celebrating our 50th Anniversary in 2008!

During the early 60’s Sedona was populated by an eclectic group of characters – artists, big city refugees, and entrepreneurs who foresaw the area’s potential and participated in its development. Through all the dramatic growth and demographic changes, the Arts Center remained one of the cultural constants – even though it experienced its own series of changes.

In 1961, the name was changed to the Sedona Arts Center and officially re-opened with a gala celebration attended by 300 guests.

The Nassan Gobran School of the Arts has become catalyst for creative development for students of all ages – from the very young through the golden years of life. The essence of all art is to have pleasure in giving pleasure - a pleasure that many students enjoy as they find their artistic voice through classes at the Arts Center.

There are over 200 diverse arts educational opportunities each year, including regular weekly classes, intensive three- to five-day art workshops (perfect for visitors to the area), and exciting field expeditions. There is something for everyone: sculpture, ceramics, painting, drawing, photography, writing, jewelry, glass and more.

Today the Sedona Arts Center is a rich legacy of the founders’ vision. Not only does it continue to be a gathering place where artists and those who love art can explore, teach and exhibit; but has grown into an art organization with international presence, providing outstanding artistic educational programming and nationally recognized art classes and workshops, art events, and galleries.

Sedona Arts Center ~ Home of Arizona's Premiere Plein Air Festival.