Cultural Programs & Tours
Beach House Update as of 3.02.2021
It's been a while, and we're still missing you! While everyone is staying safe, we're bringing the Beach House to you with #BeachHouseBliss, #GoldCoastMoments, and virtual Beach=Culture programs — follow us on Instagram or Facebook or sign up for our newsletter to stay in touch.
Below is a guide of what is open to the public. We'll be back as a restorative place with refreshed recreational and cultural programs as swiftly as possible. Stay tuned and stay well!
- Parking Lot
- Playground
- Back on the Beach Café
- Separately operated, call café to confirm hours and services, 310.393.8282
- Beach Restrooms
- Water Fountain
- LACDPH recommends bringing your own water or water bottle to fill
- Wi-Fi
- Beach, with accessible walkway
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Closed - until further notice
- Volleyball courts
- Gated Area: includes courtyard, splash pad, view deck, Marion Davies Guest House, Gallery
- Guest Services
- Pool & changing rooms
- In-person programs
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City of Santa Monica’s Health & Safety Requirements
- Face coverings are required.
- Stay at least 6 feet (2 meters) apart from others.
- Wash hands frequently.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Stay home if you are sick.
MARION DAVIES GUEST HOUSE & DOCENT TOURS

The Beach House is closed to the public until further notice and all in-person programs are currently suspended. Click below on ArtSaMo for upcoming Beach=Culture virtual events!
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*The Beach House is closed to the public until further notice and all in-person programs are currently suspended.
About the Gallery:
As part of the City’s ongoing commitment to provide cultural programming, a rotating exhibition program has been created to showcase the work of local artists, artist groups, photographers and curators—both emerging and established. Exhibitions are programmed a year in advance through an open call for group exhibitions issued each year in early summer. For information about this and other artist opportunities, check here and join the "Artist Opportunities" email list. For more information about the gallery, please contact Santa Monica Cultural Affairs at (310) 458-8350.
About Artist Residency Program:
In celebration of Marion Davies’ support of artists, and to further the work of artists in all disciplines, the City of Santa Monica created the Annenberg Community Beach House Artist Residency program. Several times a year a local artist works out of an office at the Marion Davies Guest House, sharing their progress with the public both in person and online. Check out the Artist in Residence blog at http://beachhouseair.blogspot.com.
For questions about the Residency, please contact Nathan Birnbaum, Cultural Affairs Administrator at nathan.birnbaum@smgov.net or call (310) 458-8350. Current calls can be viewed here. Join the "Artist Opportunities" email list for future notices.
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