Enjoy free admission to the Museum and join us for a creative and cozy shopping experience at our Winter Art Market! Held inside the wondrous Iluminado exhibition, visitors are invited to participate in our interactive art installation, support local artists and vendors, and find the perfect gifts for the holiday season!

Featured Vendors

Casey Starks Studio — Handmade, small-batch ceramics inspired by landscapes of the central coast.

Coastside Home Goods — Small-batch soaps and candles inspired by the Central Coast. Made with natural ingredients in low waste gift-ready packaging.

Jayzikali — Handmade jewelry, unique earrings, and bracelets.

Kiwi Sea Creations — Textiles, hand printed with hand-carved rubber block stamps. Tea towels, napkin sets, canvas totes, zipper pouches, and thrifted apparel. Marine and local natural themes. Custom cribbage boards.

Peninsula Potters — Hand-made ceramics from a woman-run cooperative creating pottery in Pacific Grove, California since 1967.

The Mad Batter — Macarons and baked goods.

Zum Zum Tea — Loose Leaf Tea Blends.

Drop-in Candle Making

Join us for a Jolly Candle-Making Experience with Johnny Wicks! Get in the holiday spirit by creating your own festive candles. Choose from our cozy $25 soy wax candle-making session, where you can craft a long-lasting, customized scent. Or dive into our sand wax options—priced from $5 - $20 for a quick and colorful candle to brighten your home. Perfect for families, friends, or solo crafters looking to add a little holiday magic to their season.