Spanish Village Art Center

Art center · San Diego

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Working studios and guilds animate this colorful Balboa Park courtyard. Open daily to browse and meet artists, it’s frequently cited by KPBS and local publications as a go-to for free creative immersion.

https://www.kpbs.org/events/ongoing/explore-spanish-village-art-center-in-balboa-park-2025
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1770 Village Pl, San Diego, CA 92101 Get directions

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