ArtNight Pasadena

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The Story Behind ArtNight Pasadena

The roots of this popular event trace back to a collaborative idea from ArtCenter alum and former Exhibitions Director Stephen Nowlin, along with Jay Belloli and Sophia Bicos from the Armory Center for the Arts, and Michelle Deziel from the Norton Simon Museum.

The concept was sparked during a conversation about Pasadena’s legacy as an international hub for contemporary art in the 1960s and '70s. That era saw groundbreaking exhibitions at the Pasadena Art Museum, featuring icons like Marcel Duchamp, Andy Warhol, and Roy Lichtenstein, alongside a vibrant artist community that flourished in what is now Old Town Pasadena.

Nowlin and his collaborators envisioned a multi-venue exhibition with free shuttles connecting guests to various opening night receptions. This idea evolved into the ArtNight we know today, with its signature logo designed by then-ArtCenter student Carla Figueroa, now a prominent designer.

ArtCenter continues to support ArtNight, providing design expertise and helping to shape the event’s growth. Over the years, ArtNight has become a model for public-private cultural partnerships, drawing more than 30,000 visitors to explore exhibits, performances, and activities across multiple venues.