Merced Multicultural Arts Center - the MAC

07/20/2024

What !!! No you are not seeing things.

Another pieces SOLD!!!

So proud of the artists and this amazing community support.

Artist:

Karen Mccomb
Star Fire

07/20/2024

These artists have given it all.
Come and buy your piece.

Another one SOLD!!!

Artist:
Beck Stroud
Desire's Fire

07/16/2024

Thanks for dropping by Oscar and sharing your graphic novel!

07/14/2024

Experience the joy of art and its ability to inspire positive change at our exhibition Community Spirit featuring 55 artists from 6 cities in the central valley!
With a diverse range of kids, teens, families, and educators showcasing their talents, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Don't miss out on the 175 pieces of art that will ignite your imagination and leave you feeling empowered.

Wednesday-Friday 2pm-8pm,
Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm.

07/13/2024

Next piece sold!!!

Artist
Melanie Smelcer
Building the Future

Don't miss your chance to own your piece from this amazing show!!!

07/13/2024

Show Open 3 days and sold our first 2 pieces!!

First Piece SOLD!!

Audrey Eckman
Wish You Were Here

07/12/2024

Tonight’s sold out, but there are tickets available for Saturday and Sunday!

07/11/2024

We know the youngsters have been waiting patiently for this. The Lao Art & Culture Summer Camp presented by Vatthanatham Lao Foundation is still on. As originally announced back in March, the camp will run from August 5-10. We will have the registration form up very soon.

07/11/2024

Mark your calendars! The schedule of dates for Kids & Family Days is out starting on Sunday, July 21!

These workshops are free and open to the public on Sunday afternoons in the Main Gallery of the MAC. No need to book a spot - just drop by anytime between 1:00 and 2:45 pm and enjoy the project! Materials are included.

Brought to you by the Merced County Arts Council

07/10/2024

Now on view: Community Spirit

July 10 - August 18, 2024

Our annual exhibition showcasing our local talent! All ages, all artforms, and family friendly.
Curated by Katt Szyndler.

Reception: Saturday, August 3
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
(Award Ceremony at 4:00)
Free

Gallery Hours: Wed-Fri, 2-8pm; Sat, 11am-6pm; Sun, 11am-4pm

Artists work in image: (l-r top) , Anthony Marquez, Matias Andresen Gonzalez
(l-r bottom) , Sal Nevarez, Makalynn Christman

07/10/2024

Peter Pan opens tomorrow at the MAC! One weekend only! Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peter-pan-the-musical-tickets-932637201977

07/09/2024

Only one weekend to see Peter Pan! Get your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peter-pan-the-musical-tickets-932637201977

07/06/2024

Alice By Heart the Musical

WHEN: July 26 & 27th 7:30 PM | July 28th 2 PM

WHERE: The MAC Black Box Theater | 645 W. Main Street, Merced

WHO: PG 13 recommended

WHAT: Homecoming Troupe presents Alice by Heart

In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.

As they travel through the tale, ALICE BY HEART explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times. Book by STEVEN SATER and JESSIE NELSON, music by DUNCAN SHEIK, lyrics by STEVEN SATER.

Directed by Zachary Calzadillas

Musical Direction by Zakarias Dimpel-Alvarez

Choreographed by Daniel Snell

COST: $15 General Admission, $10 Students and may be purchased at: https://bit.ly/alice-by-heart-mac-tickets or link in bio.

07/05/2024

The “Honor Mural” is now on permanent display in the American Legion Hall at the Merced’s Veterans Memorial Building! Congratulations to and to artists Lisa Gilliland-Viney and on today’s unveiling!

Funded through the Heartland Creative Corps, the “Honor Mural” is a series of 6 murals designed to honor the local Veterans of the five military branches of service, prior to the Space Corps. Veterans can be overlooked and underappreciated by the public. They serve in our armed forces, but are only celebrated a few times a year, mostly in parades. The “Honor Mural” will show the public that our service men and women can be celebrated every day. The mural honors local service men and women, and educates the public at the same time.

Funded by

07/04/2024

MAC Theater Camp Presents “Peter Pan”

WHEN: July 11, 12, 13 & 14 at 7:30pm | July 13 & 14 at 2pm

WHERE: The MAC Black Box Theater | 645 W. Main Street, Merced

WHO: All Ages

WHAT: Peter Pan

Neverland is in crisis. Pirates have arrived on the island and the Neverlanders are trying to keep them away. Peter Pan asks Wendy, John, and Michael if they will fly with him - second to the right and straight on till morning - to Neverland. With fairies, crocodiles, flying children, and mermaids, join the Darling children as they embark on the most magical adventure - where Hook and the crew of the Jolly Roger come face to face with all of Neverland and the boy who won’t grow up.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit: MACPeterPan.eventbrite.com or link in bio.

07/04/2024

07/03/2024

Happy Independence Day this Fourth of July!

The MAC office and the galleries will be closed Thursday.

A new exhibition celebrating our Community Spirit will be on view beginning Wednesday, July 10!

07/01/2024

Enrichment Center
ART SALE PART 2

Paintings, Ceramics, Drawings, Sculptures, Jewelry, Prints & More!

Monday, July 1 from 10am-6pm

3rd Floor, Studio 1
MAC | 645 W Main St.
Enter through back entrance.

If you can’t make it, but would like to purchase art, contact us at (209) 388-1162 or email [email protected] for appointment shopping.

06/30/2024

Tonight at 7pm at the MAC!

06/29/2024

Pride War tonight at 6:00 at the MAC!

A recipient of the Heartland Creative Corps of Stanislaus County, “Pride War” is a 50 minute documentary chronicling the nation’s first Straight Pride Parade, which first occurred in 2019 in Modesto, California. Directed by The Runnels Brothers.

Free.

Funded by

06/29/2024

A few highlights from today’s Heartland Creative Corps mural unveilings!

• Photos 1-3, mural by at McNamara Park
• Photos 4 & 5, mural by at McNamara Park
• Photos 6-10, mural led by and other artists at the Merced County Library

Funded by

Special thanks to