Shemer Art Center – Art Lives Here!
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Shemer Art Center – Art Lives Here!
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Art Lives Here!
A City of Phoenix Point of Pride!
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What's Happening!
If you are interested in showing your support of the arts, giving back to the community, and strengthening the legacy of the Shemer Art Center in Arcadia, click
HERE
for more information about our current Expansion & Legacy Campaign, and to see our video with Mayor Gallego!
More Info
Shemer in the News
An article in
Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine
highlights the Shemer Art Center, a cultural gem in Phoenix, Arizona. The piece explores its beautifully landscaped grounds, vibrant art exhibitions, and engaging workshops. The center, housed in a historic 1920s building, serves as a hub for local artists and art enthusiasts, celebrating creativity in a serene environment.
Read More
What We Offer
ADULT CLASSES
YOUTH CLASSES
WORKSHOPS
ART LECTURES
EXHIBITIONS
EVENTS
ICONIC
One of the first homes built in Arcadia
The Shemer Art Center is located at the southeast corner of Camelback Road and East Arcadia Drive (48th Street) in Phoenix. Set at the base of Camelback Mountain, the site offers panoramic views of the beautiful Arcadia neighborhood, framed by a touch of nostalgia.
In 1919, developers led by Seymour Jordan formed the Arcadia Water Company and began drilling wells with the intent to sell homesites in the newly named Arcadia neighborhood. To house the foreman of the water company, the first home in Arcadia was built.
In July 1984, long-time Phoenix resident and real estate investor Martha Shemer purchased the twice-renovated, Sante-Fe mission-style home and land. Working with Mayor Terry Goddard, Mrs. Shemer donated the home to the City of Phoenix, not only to preserve the historical property but also to ensure it was used as a community center for city residents.
Today, the Shemer Art Center has become a cultural center for all ages. Its mission is to support and showcase Arizona artists. It is also a home for the arts that provides a unique and inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors to learn about, experience and enjoy visual art, through classes, lectures, workshops, exhibits and events. Areas of instruction offered year-round by professional teaching artists include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fused glass, mixed media, photography and jewelry-making. Additional features of the Shemer Art Center include a boutique gift shop plus an outdoor sculpture garden, both featuring beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art created by some of Arizona’s most talented artists, for viewing and for sale.
There is no doubt that Art Lives Here! In 1992 the Shemer Art Center was designated as one of the City of Phoenix Points of Pride. It was named “One of the 10 Best Museums in Phoenix by USA Today and “One of Phoenix’s 10 Best Kept Secrets by The Culture Trip!
Our Blog Posts
Blog
2026 Art in the Garden Festival
Read Article
Blog
2026 Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival
Read Article
Blog
2026 New Horizons Award Ceremony
Read Article
Blog
2025 Shemer Honors The Patania Family
Read Article
Blog
2025 Shemer Arizona Arts Festival
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 4 – STEAM Art Lab
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 3 – Imagination Station
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 2 – Wild About Art!
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 1 – Create Like the Masters
Read Article
Blog
2025 Art in the Garden Festival
Read Article
The Shemer Art Center is proud to be supported in part by the City of Phoenix Arts & Culture and the Parks & Recreation departments, as well as the Arizona Commission on the Arts.
What Others Say...
“
I really enjoyed my volunteer shifts this week at Shemer Art Center's Summer Camp. Having taught youth cooking camps, I was impressed with the organization of the art camp and the quality of your teachers and staff. All the students were so engaged and I could tell they were getting a lot out of the program.
”
Terri M.
Great Art Camp volunteer experience
Do you want to learn more?
CONTACT US
Admission: FREE!
Suggested Donation:
$7
/ person
$10
/ couple
Hours of Operation
REGULAR HOURS:
Tuesdays – Saturdays
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
CLOSED:
Sundays & Mondays **
** Except for weekend events and Monday classes.
Address
5005 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602.262.4727
Contact Us
© 2026 Shemer Art Center. All Rights Reserved.
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Skip to main content
Close Search
Art Lives Here!
A City of Phoenix Point of Pride!
Learn More
What's Happening!
If you are interested in showing your support of the arts, giving back to the community, and strengthening the legacy of the Shemer Art Center in Arcadia, click
HERE
for more information about our current Expansion & Legacy Campaign, and to see our video with Mayor Gallego!
More Info
Shemer in the News
An article in
Phoenix Home and Garden Magazine
highlights the Shemer Art Center, a cultural gem in Phoenix, Arizona. The piece explores its beautifully landscaped grounds, vibrant art exhibitions, and engaging workshops. The center, housed in a historic 1920s building, serves as a hub for local artists and art enthusiasts, celebrating creativity in a serene environment.
Read More
What We Offer
ADULT CLASSES
YOUTH CLASSES
WORKSHOPS
ART LECTURES
EXHIBITIONS
EVENTS
ICONIC
One of the first homes built in Arcadia
The Shemer Art Center is located at the southeast corner of Camelback Road and East Arcadia Drive (48th Street) in Phoenix. Set at the base of Camelback Mountain, the site offers panoramic views of the beautiful Arcadia neighborhood, framed by a touch of nostalgia.
In 1919, developers led by Seymour Jordan formed the Arcadia Water Company and began drilling wells with the intent to sell homesites in the newly named Arcadia neighborhood. To house the foreman of the water company, the first home in Arcadia was built.
In July 1984, long-time Phoenix resident and real estate investor Martha Shemer purchased the twice-renovated, Sante-Fe mission-style home and land. Working with Mayor Terry Goddard, Mrs. Shemer donated the home to the City of Phoenix, not only to preserve the historical property but also to ensure it was used as a community center for city residents.
Today, the Shemer Art Center has become a cultural center for all ages. Its mission is to support and showcase Arizona artists. It is also a home for the arts that provides a unique and inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors to learn about, experience and enjoy visual art, through classes, lectures, workshops, exhibits and events. Areas of instruction offered year-round by professional teaching artists include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, fused glass, mixed media, photography and jewelry-making. Additional features of the Shemer Art Center include a boutique gift shop plus an outdoor sculpture garden, both featuring beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art created by some of Arizona’s most talented artists, for viewing and for sale.
There is no doubt that Art Lives Here! In 1992 the Shemer Art Center was designated as one of the City of Phoenix Points of Pride. It was named “One of the 10 Best Museums in Phoenix by USA Today and “One of Phoenix’s 10 Best Kept Secrets by The Culture Trip!
Our Blog Posts
Blog
2026 Art in the Garden Festival
Read Article
Blog
2026 Furry Friends Fine Arts Festival
Read Article
Blog
2026 New Horizons Award Ceremony
Read Article
Blog
2025 Shemer Honors The Patania Family
Read Article
Blog
2025 Shemer Arizona Arts Festival
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 4 – STEAM Art Lab
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 3 – Imagination Station
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 2 – Wild About Art!
Read Article
Blog
Summer Camp 2025: Week 1 – Create Like the Masters
Read Article
Blog
2025 Art in the Garden Festival
Read Article
The Shemer Art Center is proud to be supported in part by the City of Phoenix Arts & Culture and the Parks & Recreation departments, as well as the Arizona Commission on the Arts.
What Others Say...
“
I really enjoyed my volunteer shifts this week at Shemer Art Center's Summer Camp. Having taught youth cooking camps, I was impressed with the organization of the art camp and the quality of your teachers and staff. All the students were so engaged and I could tell they were getting a lot out of the program.
”
Terri M.
Great Art Camp volunteer experience
Do you want to learn more?
CONTACT US
Admission: FREE!
Suggested Donation:
$7
/ person
$10
/ couple
Hours of Operation
REGULAR HOURS:
Tuesdays – Saturdays
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
CLOSED:
Sundays & Mondays **
** Except for weekend events and Monday classes.
Address
5005 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602.262.4727
Contact Us
© 2026 Shemer Art Center. All Rights Reserved.
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phone
Close Menu
HOME
ABOUT
History
Visit
Board | Advisors | Team
Donors | Members | Partners
Join Our Mailing List
In The News
Blog
Video
HAPPENINGS
Youth Classes
Adult Classes
Registration Policy
Workshops
Art History Lectures
Architecture Lectures
Exhibitions
Events
Venue Rentals
OPPORTUNITIES
Artist Opportunities
Volunteer
Employment
SUPPORT
Shemer Expansion & Legacy Campaign
Al Beadle Campaign
Membership
Donate
Planned Giving
Wish List
SHOP
Gift Shop
Sculpture Garden
Gift Certificates
CONTACT
DONATE
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