Welcome to EAA
The Escondido Art Association, a 501(c)3 charitable organization, passionately champions the cause of fine arts within our community. Our gallery on Grand Avenue serves as a vibrant platform for our members and local artists to showcase their talents, while our monthly meetings are alight with excitement as we host demonstrations by both local talents and nationally recognized artists. These gatherings not only foster creativity but also provide invaluable opportunities for learning and camaraderie among fellow artists.
Beyond our gallery walls, the EAA's impact ripples throughout the city of Escondido where we are deeply engaged in arts and culture within our community. We are proud to host educational programming with all-student exhibitions, award scholarships, conduct art classes, and proudly feature member artwork in downtown businesses through our members-only rotation program.
Your donation to the EAA is not only a testament to your support for the arts but also comes with the added benefit of being tax deductible. We wholeheartedly appreciate your contribution in helping us continue our mission of enriching our community through the power of art.
The Board of Directors of the Escondido Art Association
The Heart and Soul of Escondido Art Association is its all volunteer Board.
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Tokeli Baker
President
Executive Board
Steve Hart
1st VP Programs
Executive Board
Janice Niles
2nd VP Membership
Executive Board
Pavla Mrazkova
Treasurer
Executive Board
Cathy Haven
Secretary
Executive Board
Facilities Manager
Christine Spencer
Fundraising Director
Annette Johnson
Marketing Director
Auxiliary Board
TEAM MEMBERS
GALLERY:
RECEPTION DIRECTORS: Lori and Joe Archambault
GALLERY TEAM: Lorraine Page, Suzanne Nicolaisen, Cathy Haven, Lori and Joe Archambault, David Allen, Sue Cooper, Janice Niles
SHOW HANG TEAM: Jinx Lennon, Cathy Haven, Sue Cooper
EDUCATION:
WAYNE ADACHI, Education Director
GINGER MARTINSEN, Kids Kaleidoscope Chairperson
SEAN CATHEY, High School Scholarship Chairperson
ADRIAN STEWART, Art Forum Facilitator
COMMUNITY:
DAVE ALLEN, Volunteer Coordinator
BYRON MARLER, Rotations Manager
MEDIA:
BOB GRANT, Demo Videos
TOKELI BAKER, Website Development and Social Media
MAGEC-ESCONDIDO
Museums & Arts Growing Escondido Culture
Escondido’s thriving museums and arts community has come together with the purpose of collaborating to grow and develop the goals of its participants by promoting our vibrant Arts, Heritage & Culture.
EAA has been an active member in MAGEC since inception. We join others in working together to promote the arts and museums in Escondido.
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MORE ABOUT ESCONDIDO ARTS & CULTURE
Escondido Art Association supports our friends at MAGEC and the City of Escondido.
Here is more about some of the events we truly LOVE...
Esco Alley Art
Year-round
Transforming blank walls into vibrant destinations, one alley at a time! The Esco Alley Art project brings artists and business owners together to beautify Escondido downtown historic district. The all-volunteer organization provides both public art and outdoor gallery spaces for the enjoyment of residents and visitors
2nd Saturday
Year-round
Escondido’s 2nd Saturday Arts & Culture Experience is a uniquely creative and eclectic offering of events in historic downtown Esco. Art galleries and interactive arts, theatre, museums, and educational experiences all day long. Bring the kids, enjoy a date night, or a friends afternoon out… there’s something for everyone! Escondido Art Association (EAA Gallery) holds its monthly Gallery Reception on the 2nd Saturday monthly at 4pm at 121 W. Grand Avenue, Escondido CA 92025.
Cruisin' Grand
May 6-September 30
SoCal Productions and the City of Escondido present Cruisin’ Grand in historic downtown Esco, every Friday night 4-9pm. Live music, DJs, kettle corn, and of course, the best display of pre-1974 hotrods in the country! Street closures will take place on the side streets (Maple St., Broadway, Kalmia, and North Juniper) from Second Ave. to Valley Parkway.