• Creative Currents: The Art of Preservation

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    September 10–12, 2026 For three unforgettable days, Crystal Cove State Park comes alive with creativity, connection, and conservation during the inaugural Creative Currents: The Art of Preservation, September 10–12, 2026.Inspired […]

  • Paint the Park Plein Air – September 10

    Paint the Park: A Great Plein Air Experience Step outside the studio and into the landscape with Paint the Park, a welcoming plein air experience set in some of Crystal […]

  • An Evening with Quin Cooney: Painting the Cove

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Members Only Event ($10 member fee) Spend an unforgettable evening with acclaimed California artist Quin Cooney as he shares the stories, inspiration, and creative process behind his celebrated paintings of […]

  • Wine & Watercolors with Chapman Hamborg

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Be inspired by the beauty of Crystal Cove as you create your own coastal-inspired watercolor during this relaxed evening with local artist Chapman Hamborg. This guided workshop celebrates the connection […]

  • Nature Drawing Workshop: Tidepool Sketching

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Connect more deeply with the natural world through the art of field sketching. In this hands-on workshop, artist Sarah Hafeez will guide you in observing and drawing the beauty found […]

  • Family Art Day: The Art of Preservation

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Join us for a special Family Art Day exploring Creative Currents’ theme, The Art of Preservation! This drop-in experience invites visitors of all ages to discover how art can help […]

  • Watercolor by the Sea with Jessica Beck

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

      Unleash your inner artist with Jessica Beck, Emeritus Instructor of Fine Arts at Saddleback College, during a relaxing watercolor experience by the sea. From 10 AM to 3 PM, […]

  • Art & Artisan Bazaar

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Stroll the Art & Artisan Bazaar and discover an inspiring collection of original art and handcrafted goods from local artists and artisans. Browse paintings, pottery, jewelry, clothing, vintage finds, antiques, […]

  • Trash to Treasure: Create Art from Ocean Plastics

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Discover how art and science come together to explore one of the most pressing challenges facing our oceans: Ocean Plastics & Marine Debris. Presented in partnership by Crystal Cove Conservancy […]

  • 2026 Discovery Series – Hiking 101

    Members Only Event: Learn how to access exclusive member events and programs today! Ready to venture beyond neighborhood walks and confidently prepare for a full day on the trail? Designed for […]