Santa Monica City Gallery

The city of Santa Monica established its first municipal art gallery in 2026. The City Gallery at Bergamot Station Arts Center exists to expand opportunity and access to a creative venue and experiences for artists and communities. Developed in response to the growing need for flexible artist residency and project space, the gallery serves as a platform for rotating exhibitions, community partnerships, and artist-led programming. It also provides a dedicated place to showcase works from the City’s Art Bank collection, while supporting short-term exhibitions and collaborations that reflect Santa Monica’s cultural priorities.