Hemet Valley Art Association, Inc. (HVAA)

The Hemet Valley Art Association, Inc. (HVAA) is a nonprofit, volunteer-led organization established in 1963 to foster appreciation and practice of the visual arts and photography in the Hemet Valley. The HVAA Gallery, located in Historic Downtown Hemet, serves as a hub for local artists, students, and art lovers, offering rotating exhibits of fine art and photography, handcrafted goods, and community events. The association provides opportunities for artists to display and sell their work, participate in competitions, and offers classes and workshops for all ages and experience levels. HVAA is dedicated to encouraging youth art education through student achievement awards and programs, and collaborates with schools and community groups to promote art education and public events.