current Exhibits
Encounters
Works by Robert Ortbal
October 10 – November 30, 2025
A New Spin on Vinyl
Group Show
October 7 – November 5, 2025
Beauty, Seen and Felt
Paintings by Raquel Cox
October 3 – November 30, 2025
Surrounding Landscapes
Paintings by Marlene Lee
October 3 – November 16, 2025
UPCOMING Exhibits
holiday market
November 14 – December 24, 2025
The Familiar Wild
Stairway Show by Leslie Allen
November 22 – December 30, 2025
UPCOMING EVENTS
Artist Talk with Robert Ortbal
Join us for an Artist Talk with Robert Ortbal on Saturday, October 18, 3-4:30 PM, in conjunction with his solo exhibition, Encounters. He will lead a dialogue about the work on display, sharing images and videos highlighting the evolution and development of his previous work. Encounters is on display at the Pence Gallery from October 10 – November 30, 2025. This event is FREE for Pence Members & students. Non-Members may attend by paying $10 at the door.
Art in Action
Our Art in Action family art workshops are back every month! This is a drop-in program for ages 5-12 that engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. On Sunday, October 26, come celebrate spooky season by making playful pumpkin bowls with us! Learn to mix your own pumpkin spice salt dough, and experiment with sculpting and decorating a pumpkin bowl.
Holiday market: Member’s Only Shopping Hour
Pence Members are invited to enjoy a private opening of the amazing Holiday Market on November 14th from 10:30-11:30 AM. Members can enjoy delicious snacks and coffee while getting first dibs on shopping for holiday treasures.
Pence Members receive 10% off Holiday Market!
CALL FOR ARTISTS: WORN
The Pence Gallery invites artists to submit artwork that captures the connection between clothing and one’s personal identity and/or culture. Artists can explore this open-ended theme through various media and subject matter. Selected work will become part of a new onsite exhibit, titled Worn, in the Learning Center Gallery at the Pence Gallery from January 9 – February 8, 2026. There is no fee to apply, and submissions are due by 5 PM on December 1, 2025, at bit.ly/penceartistcall.
2nd Friday ArtAbout
The 2nd Friday ArtAbout is a wonderful celebration of new art exhibits, which are held at various locations throughout downtown Davis the evening of the 2nd Friday of every month. This free, monthly artwalk is a perfect activity to enjoy with family and friends!