My Favorite Gallery in Yolo County

Almost 15 years ago the Pence Gallery executive director, Natalie Nelson, took a chance on me. Natalie hired me to create and manage a teen arts program at the Pence. She empowered me to harness my own creativity while fostering creativity in others.

I love to explain to people how this was my favorite job.

Why was it my favorite?

I was able to experience firsthand how the arts positively transform the lives young people. I watched participating teens gain confidence, forge new friendships, and even pursue career paths in the arts. I saw how much joy and meaning the arts brought into their lives.

As a  Board member of the Pence Gallery in Davis, I’m excited to support and celebrate the arts in our our region. I believe in the gallery's mission to spark creativity, connect with diverse audiences, showcase the amazing talents of local artists, and provide educational opportunities for people of all ages. 

This year, the Pence Gallery's Big Day of Giving donations help support youth programming and increase the safety of the Pence of the Gallery.

Join me in supporting our next generation of artists and community leaders. I have seen how transformational arts experiences are for young people and I know that our future is brighter when the Pence Gallery can engage even more youth in the creative process.

Big Day of Giving Fundraising Goals

Safety-Safeguard the Pence by upgrading the  front doors with an automatic lock feature and installing an ADA-complaint access button - $10,200

Energy Cost Savings-Reduce energy costs by installing energy-saving blinds in the foyer - $2,400

Increase Youth Education-Increase Art in Action from quarterly to monthly again - $6,000

About the Pence Gallery

For fifty years, the Pence Gallery’s mission has been to serve the community by offering high-caliber art exhibits, supporting the development of local and regional artists, and providing educational programs to visitors of all ages. 

At the Pence Gallery, we bring people together and build community through art. Art brings us together, to listen to and learn from one another. The Pence Gallery strongly believes that art is for everyone, regardless of class, race, ethnicity, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, physical abilities, or faith. Reflecting on our Mission Statement, we affirm that our goal is to serve the community by offering exhibits and programs that reflect and enrich the lives of people of diverse backgrounds.

Founded in 1975, the Pence Gallery has been a member of the Sacramento arts community for 50 years serving Yolo County and the Sacramento region. Art exhibitions throughout the year are partnered with artist-led talks, demonstrations, workshops, and tours.