Art For Lunch is a fun, informal opportunity to enjoy a packed lunch or favorite carry-out in the downtown Huntington Beach galleries and learn more about our current exhibition, Centered on the Center 2024.

The Huntington Beach Art Center is presenting one of its largest community exhibitions of the year. Centered on the Center is an annual, open-call, non-juried, salon-style group exhibition featuring 200 local, regional, and national artists with hundreds works in a variety of mediums on display. For over 20 years, Centered on the Center has promoted the Huntington Beach Art Center’s mission of developing an awareness, understanding, and appreciation for the arts.

Annual Open Call, Non-Juried Exhibition on view January 27 - March 16, 2024

Centered on the Center is a community exhibition where artists and audiences come together to share unique perspectives, stories, and talents. The exhibition features a wide range of artistic expressions, including visual arts, sculptures, photography, performances, and more.

The annual Centered on the Center exhibition is not just an art display; it is a reflection of the vibrance and creativity that thrives within our community. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating the talents and stories that make the Art Center come alive. Centered on the Center is a testament to the power of art to bring people together and foster a sense of unity and belonging.

The exhibition will kick off with an opening celebration on Saturday, January 27th with our member & patron preview starting at 5:30pm and public opening reception from 6:30pm - 9pm. Attendees can meet the artists and immerse themselves in the cultural richness of our community.