Honoring the Past,
Inspiring the Future
Celebrate 70 Years of Creative Community
with Chico Art Center!
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Chico Art Center (CAC) celebrates 70 years of artistic vision, collaboration, and community spirit in Chico and Butte County!
For seven decades, our community of artists, teachers, volunteers, students, and supporters have shaped CAC into a vibrant creative home. Together, we’ve built a legacy of artist-led classes, exhibitions, and events that have inspired generations - and we’re just getting started.
Dress to Inspire!
Embrace the theme with suggested attire. Arrive as your favorite artist or simply in your favorite color. Bring friends, bring family, or come solo — you’ll be welcomed into a joyful celebration of local creativity and the people who make it thrive.
What to Expect:
- A delicious fully catered dinner by OM Foods
- One complimentary drink ticket (with additional beverages available for purchase)
- A silent auction featuring unique, locally sourced art and a raffle for locally sourced treasures
- Honoring supporters who help keep creativity alive
- A video tribute showcasing CAC’s 70-year journey
- Live painting by local artists
- Fun photo opportunities
- Live music with Shigemi Minetaka (keys, flute), Aman Cowell (trumpet) and Aron Linker (bass)
Why This Night Matters
Every ticket, every bid, and every moment of celebration helps support CAC’s ongoing programs and expansions — ensuring that creativity, community, and artistic expression continue to flourish for the next 70 years.
Let’s come together in gratitude and inspiration for the future.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
