Di Rosa Contemporary Art Center

The Di Rosa Contemporary Art Center is an art museum in Napa Valley featuring indoor galleries and outdoor gardens across a large property. The collection includes more than 1,600 artworks by Northern California artists displayed alongside natural landscapes and walking paths.

The property began as a vineyard in 1855 on land that had been part of a large Mexican land grant. Rene di Rosa purchased it in 1960 and gradually transformed the site into a center dedicated to exhibiting regional artists.

The collection reflects artistic movements that developed across Northern California, with works exploring regional themes and unconventional materials. You can see how local artists connected their creative practice to the landscape and communities around them.

The property is spread across a large area, so plan for a full visit and wear comfortable walking shoes for the outdoor sections. Guided tours and nature walks are available to help you navigate the space and discover both the artworks and surrounding landscape.

The center includes a large lake created by Rene di Rosa that functions as both a natural feature and an unexpected element within the art space. Few visitors anticipate encountering a substantial body of water that enhances the relationship between the artworks and the surrounding environment.

Location: California

Inception: 1997

Website: http://dirosaart.org

GPS coordinates: 38.25800,-122.35290

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22