San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts (SAMFA) is an artistic and cultural hub for the Concho Valley, connecting people with art, artists, and creative experiences. Located along the Concho River in downtown San Angelo, the museum serves as a welcoming space where the community can explore visual art, discover new ideas, and engage with creative expression.

SAMFA presents a dynamic schedule of exhibitions featuring regional, national, and international artists, offering visitors opportunities to experience a wide range of artistic styles and mediums. The museum is also home to several signature programs that bring artists and audiences together in meaningful ways. These include En Plein Air Texas, one of the country's top events highlighting outdoor painting, and the San Angelo North American Ceramic Competition, a respected biennial exhibition highlighting innovative work in contemporary ceramics.

Education and community engagement are central to the museum’s mission. Each year, SAMFA welcomes thousands of students, families, and visitors through hands-on programs, workshops, lectures, and special events. Weekly Art Thursdays offer free creative activities for the community, while Family Days provide monthly opportunities for families to explore art together through interactive projects and gallery experiences.

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts is also home to the Concho Clay Studio, a working ceramics studio that offers classes, workshops, and artistic opportunities in clay. Additionally, we are home to San Angelo's Chamber Music Series.

With free admission and a commitment to accessibility, the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts strives to make sure that art is for everyone.

Testimonials

"SAMFA provides an opportunity for the community, especially younger audiences to get invested in STEAM, and the services like Family Day and Art of Nature camps are invaluable for inspiring a passion for art and science." - Tim Maddox, Program Instructor at Starbase Goodfellow

"SAMFA integrates with the local arts and educational communities, bringing a world class collection to the area and sharing San Angelo with the world." - Kat Bunker, Local artist and professor at Angelo State University