Gallery Rentals

Artists using any of the gallery spaces are responsible for providing the necessary tools and equipment for installing and removing exhibit items, for providing any notice or publicity on the exhibit, and for insurance coverage.

Gallery walls are carpeted and ready for nails. Drilling is not allowed.

Payment is due 1 month before rental of library spaces via check, credit card, or cash. Cash and credit card payments must be made in-person at the Santa Barbara Public Library. Checks may be mailed and should be made payable to:

Santa Barbara Public Library
Attn: Library Administration
PO Box 1019
Santa Barbara, CA 93102

Please note that all library exhibit areas also serve as community meeting spaces and may be scheduled for library events or for meetings, lectures, and presentations by other organizations.

For group exhibitions of artwork by members of a local non-profit art organization or association.

• $1800.00 per month
• Room size: 30’ x 50’ (1,500 sq. ft.)
• Art groups must have a minimum of 20 members and have a jury or pre-selection process to be eligible.
• Comes with a 3 hour First Thursday rental and marketing

• $600.00 per month
• Room Size: 11’ x 22’ (242 sq. ft.)
• Comes with a 3 hour First Thursday rental and marketing