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Mon-Wed: Closed
Thu-Sun: 11am ‒ 5pm

Sunday, April 20, 2025: Closed

monca
900 Esplanade
Chico, CA 95926

Monca

A Showcase of California Art

monca is a vehicle for Northern California artists and the community. We create art for the sake of enjoyment, expression, social cohesion, innovation and communication. We create vital educational programs that inspire enthusiasm and increase the quality of life for artists, art enthusiasts and the public.

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Visiting Monca

Frequently Asked Questions

Parking

Street parking is available on E. Washington and Esplanade, directly in front and on the side of the building. Other parking can be found on Oleander street.

Please do not park where there are “Residential Only” parking signs. We love our neighbors and we want them to love us!

On busy days parking is available a block and half down at First Christian Church Chico, 295 E. Washington Ave.

Ways to Support

Donations, attending events and even following us is a great way to support us. All donations are tax deductible, secure, and produce a receipt for tax purposes. Donate

Memberships

Members of monca get exclusive benefits and easy access to all of our events. We have a variety of memberships available for individuals, families and businesses. Join us

A Great Place for Kids and Schools Field Trips

A school visit to monca is educational, engaging, and challenging, with just the right amount of fun. We help students gain a new appreciation of the fascinating world of art and discover local artists. Our goal is to inspire young people to dream bigger and reach farther. Art is the perfect metaphor to stimulate their potential. We’ve tailored our program to match grade levels and comprehension skills. Conducted by the Museum’s team of experienced Education Guides, each visit offers unique opportunities for students to learn through instruction and demonstration. Your Educational Tour is a great way to enhance classroom instruction. Students receive an up-close experience with some local art. Teachers can use the topics covered during the field trip to stimulate future lessons in critical thinking and the creative arts.

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The Roger Steel Museum Experience Program

Local educator Roger Steel was an advocate for education and for underserved populations. To honor his service as monca’s Board President from 2020-21, the monca Board of Directors is launching a program to increase museum access for at-risk and underserved children in Butte County schools. The Roger Steel Museum Experience Program will offset the cost of field trips and summer programs (including bus travel) for children who might not otherwise be able to attend. The museum has kicked off the program with a $3000 allocation for 2022. This will support 6-10 class field trips to monca during this first year, depending on the level of funding requested and the distance to be traveled.

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Groups

Plan a visit for a group of ten to twenty participants and enjoy discounted admission. Guided tours may also be arranged for smaller groups. Personalized tour planning assistance from our expert staff is available when scheduling your visit.

Private Events & Venue Rental

Imagine the possibilities for your wedding, party, meeting or conference in the elegant spaces of the museum. Your guests will be surrounded by exhibitions and have exclusive access for a truly memorable experience.

Venue Rental

The Gift Shop

Browse a broad selection of artful gifts that reflect the inspiring art and architecture. The monca Gift Shop collection changes throughout the year with each season, exhibition, event or holiday.

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