Join us for a deep dive into John Steinbeck and Monterey with our 2025 exhibition “Steinbeck in Monterey” opening January 24, 2025 at the Monterey History and Art Association at Stanton Center. The city of Monterey was Steinbeck’s stomping ground through his childhood and into his thirties. Here, he had some of the foundational experiences […]

Artist M. Walker-Nelson, inspired by Travels with Charley, West (of Eden) reimagines the road-trip in her paintings. Centered on images of the Southwest, this exhibit explores the passage/ravages of time, both evoking and challenging memories with its unique style. M. Walker-Nelson is a working artist specializing in painting and illustration. With over fifteen years of […]

Our fellow Heritage Park partner, the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, is holding a free to the public Open House from 10am-4pm on the first weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of every month. They are located next to the Salinas Amtrak station and host an interactive HO scale layout and diorama recreating Monterey County railroads […]

We invite you to our upcoming author night featuring Michael Messner’s The High School on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. We are honored to have him read an excerpt from his book and sign copies for guests while they enjoy light refreshments. This is a FREE ticketed event and tickets will […]