Saint Joseph's Arts Foundation

Performances by New York Times, Washington Post, and KQED journalists, a bestselling author, a comedian, live music & special guests.

San Francisco's Gay All-Male Revue re-imagines Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut through a queer kaleidoscope lens.

Please join us for an evening of community, conversation and music to support reproductive freedom at the iconic Saint Joseph's Art Society!

All ticket sales and proceeds are going directly to the NNAF's Collective Power Fund, which supports direct abortion funding by remove financial and logistical barriers for those seeking abortion.

Join us for the Artist Reception of Saint Joe's new exhibition Give & Take, featuring works by artists Randy Colosky, Ramekon O'Arwisters, and J. John Priola.

J. John Priola

Photography is magic, deceptively acting as a document -- but is personal and beyond reach. This work is about things not visible; generally, not even what’s seen and mostly not present in the image itself. It's about beauty and seeing -- the way I see the subjects and the way they lure me in. The things I point my camera at are the conduit to meaning. I make formal portraits, turning them into objects of monument and spectacle. Making a photographic image brings awareness to traces and unconscious “still lifes” people create merely by living their own lives. This switch in perception is poignant, evoking the mysterious nature of this observation.

The recent work on view is all photographed with natural light and therefore exudes a real life feel to the constructed. In Foliage (2017-18), the gridded images beckon the viewer forward into a void, making palpable an innate sense of attraction and repulsion. The older work also on view from Saved (1995-97) and Residual (1997), use objects that bear witness; and the inherent properties of the medium speak directly to presence and absence.

Working with the visual art process for this long and having explored a range of subjects, it really boils down to this inquiry- what do presence and absence look like?

Natural Light is title of my forthcoming monograph with the book release here at St Joseph’s Art Society on November 16.

W*acking is a queer cultural legacy and you're invited to experience it at Saint Joseph's Arts Foundation.

Saint Joseph's Arts Foundation invites you to a conversation & performance with hip-hop pioneer Darryl "DMC" McDaniels of Run-DMC.

Enjoy a bar night while taking in the sights of works by artists a part of the Physics & Fiction exhibit curated by Aimee Friberg of CULT Aimee Friberg, as well as pieces by Serena Cole, and Jon Bernson's and Andy Diaz-Hope, Beautification Machine. Don't miss out on your chance to view these incredible exhibitions before they close!

Have you ever wanted to crash an Indian Wedding party? Here's your chance to experience it as Non Stop Bhangra– an award winning production voted "best dance party" in San Francisco– brings its most popular theme to Saint Joseph's.

Booksmith is bringing Emmy Award-winning comedian W. Kamau Bell & The New York Times bestselling Rad Woman Kate Schatz to Saint Joseph’s to discuss their book, Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity Book. If you have ever been in the same room with either of these humans, you know it's a singular treat.

We have had the pleasure of partnering with The Caviar Co. on a multitude of events at Saint Joseph's, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to co-host their annual ‘National Caviar Day' event this summer.

The evening is led in delicacy with premium caviar from The Caviar Co., classic bites and freshly shucked oyster towers from our beloved partners at Leo's Oyster Bar, Jean-Charles Boisset champagne, and Grey Goose martinis flowing. Full bar will be available for those who would like to purchase beverages outside of our featured menu (included in ticket price).

My Own Private Idaho is a 1991 American independent adventure drama film written and directed by Gus Van Sant.

Join Access Institute and Killing My Lobster, San Francisco's premiere sketch comedy theater company, to hear about how laughter can truly be the best medicine for an anxious soul.

Culinary anthropologist Odale Cress takes you on an entertaining tour of Ptown, exploring its culture and history as told through foodways, traditions, and cuisines. The book is sprinkled with illustrations by the author and local artists, as well as prose, poetry, lyrics and recipes from prominent Ptown writers, songsmiths, and chefs. The launch party is July 7 at the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

RSVP required as space is limited.

A solo show in the Courtyard featuring Eleanor Score's visions of Provincetown's life by the sea.

Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served in the courtyard at the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

RSVP required as space is limited.

Join us for a book release of "An Artist's Recipes" by William 'Bill' Fitts. A courtyard exhibit of his prints will be available for sale. Special thanks to Berta Walker Gallery.

Beverages and hors d'oeuvres will be served in the courtyard at the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

RSVP required as space is limited.

The night will begin at 6:30 pm with abundant Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails.

A pre-screening conversation will commence at 7:45 pm, with the comedy special beginning at 8:20 pm.

A tasting menu is a series of small plates that lets a chef present his/her specialties.

This group show brings together leading figures from the gallery's program of modern and contemporary artists.

A Solo Show in the Courtyard featuringProvincetown artist Valerie Isaacs whose work draws on the mystical space and light of Provincetown.

Provincetown Arts Society and Marco Calvani invite you to a private screening of his new short film, A Better Half, prior to its world premiere at the Provincetown International Film Festival.

A conversation will proceed the screening. Beverages and hors d'oeuvres will be served in the Courtyard Theatre at the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

RSVP required as space is limited. Vaccination and booster required.

A Solo Show in the Courtyard featuringA native Son of Provincetown, Derek Macara, known for his Seaside Paintings Featuring the Architecture and Landscapes of Cape Cod.

Join naturalist and author Obi Kaufmann for a celebration of his latest field atlas, The Coasts of California. During this special evening, Obi will peel back the curtain on his process, then screen a sneak peek of a new film about his work directed by award-winning filmmaker Alice Gu (The Donut King).

Before the evening ends with a book signing, Obi will invite the audience for a live Q&A. This is a rare opportunity to engage with the bestselling author as he takes you behind the scenes of his literary and visual universe.

The Provincetown Arts Society announces a new exhibition featuring the work of Joel Janowitz with works from Mark Adams, Jefferson Hayman, David Hilliard, Diana Horowitz, Kahn & Selesnick, and Richard Saja, in cooperation with The Schoolhouse Gallery.

Curated by Gene Tartaglia and Chris McCarthy.

World-class burlesque, outrageous drag, and premium cocktails at Saint Joe’s.

An immersive border opera by legendary performance artist Guillermo Gómez-Peña at Saint Joseph’s Arts Foundation.

A night dedicated to celebrating and enjoying local fare, music, and mixology. Featured restaurateurs include Elizabeth & Jason Lance of Lucky Lips Loagy Bay Oysters, Chef Collin Kolisko & Maestro Jamie Lewis of The Governor Bradford, and Raina Stefani & Jake Hetnarski Tsukune the Mary Heaton Vorse House Chefs. Mixologist Matt Berry. John Thomas on piano and Eric Maul on the flute.

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Soulful singer Meaghan Maples performed at Little Saint, where the audience enjoyed listening to music influenced by classical choral and gospel music, as well as Maples commitment to inclusion, authenticity, and heartfelt, feminine empowerment.

Musiacs came to Saint Joseph’s for a collaboration between 17 year old composer Skyler Lee Baysa, renowned cellist Peter Myers, and pianist Audrey Vardanega.

Presented by the National Theater at Saint Joseph’s, guests joined for an informal dinner, craft cocktails, and a conversation between acclaimed actor, director, and producer David Oyelowo and the Director of the National Theater of Great Britain, Rufus Norris. 

Composer, songwriter, and actress Yea Ming-Chen performed her enchanting jangly folk-pop at Little Saint to delighted audiences.

Selected works by previous Artist-in-Residence, Salvatore Del Deo, are on display throughout the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

Conversation is interactive communication between two or more people. The development of conversational skills and etiquette is an important part of socialization.

Little Saint was delighted to present Madeline Kenney’s dramatic lyrics, sweet harmonies, and layers of guitar.

Mercury Soul was back at Saint Joe’s for one special night equipped with luxury lounging, ambient music, elaborate DJ sets, and craft cocktails

A night celebrating the opening of local Cape Cod artist, teacher, and restaurateur Jesse Ceraldi’s solo show at the Mary Heaton Vorse House.

Saint Joseph’s sister saint, Little Saint, made a grand entrance into the world by celebrating the opening of their 100% plant-based dining experience on Earth Day 2022.

An opportunity to don your most dapper hat to enjoy a delicious Easter brunch, egg-hunt, and silent-auction of Peter Hunt’s Eggs, donated by the Berta Walker Foundation to benefit the Provincetown Public Arts Foundation and the Provincetown Arts Society.

An opportunity to support our February Artist in Residence, Opera Parallèle, by attending John Holiday’s San Francisco debut. Specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were served by the Hugh Groman Group.

The night began with the crowd weaving through interactive salons while enjoying nosh and drinks. Then, Access Institute’s Executive Director, Bart Magee, PhD, facilitated an intimate conversation exploring the most pressing social and emotional issues of the day with artists Victoria Wagner, Andy Diaz Hope, Jon Bernson, and Phillip Hua.

Saint Joseph’s members were given advance notice and complimentary tickets to Sofar Sounds concert at the church. Sofar Sounds creates immersive, small musical experiences that typically feature three diverse acts, with no headliner. The exact venues are typically not shared until 24 hours before the show, and the performers are revealed when they step-up to the mic.

A night to dress in your best cocktail couture to celebrate local artists, as well as support Hospitality House and their Community Arts Program.

The San Francisco Ballet Auxiliary Fashion Show, presented by Sam Malouf Authentic Luxury, featured Maison Rabih Kayrouz’ latest collection. This event benefited a wide-range of SF Ballet initiatives, including new works, scholarships for SF Ballet School students, and community engagement programs.

In collaboration with Back Pocket, an organization that offers communities immersive story-telling experiences, Saint Joseph’s hosted an evening of music, art, and stories, told by the people who lived them.

A stylish celebration of spring with the incomparable jazz singer Paula West, at her first in-person performance in two years.

Members were given free tickets to come and see Bay Area band Fast Times for a live set and the debut of their new music video, “Girlfriend,” directed by Matthew Barniea and shot in San Francisco

In partnership with The Cultivist, members were invited to attend a conversation with Julio César Morales on the occasion of the artist's show at Gallery Wendi Norris, La Luz Entre Nosotros (The Light Between Us) , a neon installation accompanied by an original sound composition.

In collaboration with The Third Place, Saint Joseph’s welcomed members to an exclusive, invite-only evening of music and modern flavors inspired by decades of Pakistani family recipes. The night included an intimate performance by Arooj Aftab, the first Pakistani singer to win a Grammy, and delectable bites by Chef Rubab, chef-owner of Babo’s Kitchen.

Our members were able to experience our 2022 Artist in Residence, Opera Parallele, with an exciting peek at the rehearsal process for their new opera Sophia’s Forest, which explores an immigrant family’s story of hope and healing through the power of imagination.

Saint Joseph’s space was donated to the team at the SF Goodwill to use as a backdrop for a glamorous photoshoot.

A group exhibition curated by Catherine Wagner that explores the idea of visible reality and hidden truths.

“A Light Introduction to 2022,” a Carpenter’s Workshop Gallery exhibition featuring their finest artists who work with lights including DRIFT, Nacho Carbonell, Vincenzo de Cotiis, Atelier van Lieshout, and Charles Trevelyan among others. MATTERPORT

Our final Holiday Bazaar event with burlesque, drag, and musical performances from a talented array of Bay-Area performers.

A Holiday Bazaar event featuring a special performance by the renowned Marnie Breckenridge.

A celebration of chamber music and the retirement of Martin Cohn, the founding board president.

In another installment of Saint Joe’s long standing partnership with Jazz at the Ballroom, comes a celebration of the holiday season with the music of Vince Guaraldi. Performed by Konrad Paszkudzki Trio and Olivia Chindamo.

An artist panel discussion moderated by Elena Gross with the emerging artists from the Museum of African Diaspora. This year’s emerging artists included Sydney Cain, Nayme Brown, and Juror Ashara Ekundayo.

Presented in collaboration with the Provincetown Arts Society, this exhibition celebrates the tradition of printmaking in Provincetown and features a sale of limited-edition prints by 17 artists. Proceeds support Provincetown Arts Society and the FIne Arts Work Center and our historic facility. MATTERPORT

A chance to enjoy natural wines, refreshing tunes, and tasty bites.

A night full of shopping, music, and drinks.

A conversation between Tony Bravo, from the San Francisco Chronicle, and Gina Schock, former drummer of the Go-Go’s, centered around Gina’s new book “Made in Hollywood.” The discussion was followed by a book signing and performances by two local San Francisco Punk bands.

A selection of queer writers recount their relationship to religion with performances that brought together voices of prayer and anti-prayer.

Litquake Festival presents NY Times best-selling authors, Chang-rae Lee and Natalie Baszile in conversation.

TNT Traysikel is a mobile sculpture and karaoke site that collects, archives, uplifts, and broadcasts the narratives of Filipinx American community.

Grand Finale of TNT Traysikel’s epic artist residency with a festival celebrating the Filipino creative community.

Local Artists create Still Life Paintings brought to life in a series of Chef-driven dinners emulating the paintings. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of David Foley.

The celebration of the Opening Night of Litquake's annual festival with a masked ball saluting. Readings by Devorah Major, Robert Major Anderson, Natalie Baszile, and many more. Live music from the Marc Capelle Trio and tacos from Taqueria Angelica's.

Honoring the 2020 Recipient, Helgi Tomasson, who is the artistic director and principal choreographer for San Francisco Ballet, and a former professional ballet dancer. Postponed from 2020 due to Covid-19.

A night of revelry in celebration of the Pop-Art Phenomenon’s long awaited solo show featuring her paintings, furniture, objects and books, with a particular emphasis on her work, “I Do Not Cook. I Do Not Clean. I Do Not Fly Commercial.”

Local Artists create Still Life Paintings brought to life in a series of Chef-driven dinners emulating the paintings. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of Jim Broussard.

A performing artists group show and fundraiser in the MHV Courtyard. Local musicians showed incredible talents and inspired new programs for 2022.

40 images from the CUSP Gallery were projected onto the big screen in the courtyard as a backdrop for a discussion with members of Provincetown’s transgender community

Provincetown’s Playwright Awards preceded by a cocktail hour, and followed by a dinner, to honor Doug Wright, Michael R. Jackson, and Kelli O’Hara.

A celebration of the video release of Saint Joseph's Artist-in-Residence, Gabriel Gold.

A solo show in the courtyard featuring paintings from The Cape School’s own, Anastasi Egeli, a third- generation portrait artist, teacher, and heir to The New England School of Painting.

Cabaret seating in the Courtyard with dinner followed by a movie. Thematic menus from guest Chefs featuring culinary hosts & local purveyors. Collin Kolisko – Japanese, Jiro Dreams of Sushi.

Cabaret seating in the Courtyard with dinner followed by a movie. Thematic menus from guest Chefs featuring culinary hosts & local purveyors. Michael Ceraldi – Italian, Big Night.

Cabaret seating in the Courtyard with dinner followed by a movie. Thematic menus from guest Chefs featuring culinary hosts & local purveyors. Barbara Lynch with Genevieve Eustis – Indian, The Hundred Foot Journey. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of painter, Jim Broussard.

James Everett Stanley exhibition inside the Mary Heaton Vorse House in celebration of his residency at MHV. MATTERPORT

Local Artists create Still Life Paintings brought to life in a series of Chef-driven dinners emulating the paintings. Local chef Raina Stefani and artist Jo Hay.

Cocktails and revelry featuring a live acoustic musical performance by Saint Joe's Artist-in-Residence, Dedric Clark.

A performance featuring the 2021 Valley of the Moon Music Festival Apprentices and Laureates in collaboration with faculty artists.

Local Artists create Still Life Paintings brought to life in a series of Chef-driven dinners emulating the paintings. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of Derek Macara.

A solo show of Lindsey Porter’s was on display in the MHV courtyard. This solo show featured her works on paper as well as a new series of nautical flags created specifically for this exhibit.

A sponsored series of notable authors in afternoon conversation, followed by dinner for 10 with the Author.

An afternoon tour is a prelude to a Traditional Wampanoag Sunset Dinner at Herring Cove. Clams, lobsters, mussels and scallops are cooked in layers of seaweed on stones heated with wood and fire by Chef Marcus Hendricks, a 12th- generation member of the Mashpee Tribe.

Local Artists create Still Life Paintings brought to life in a series of Chef-driven dinners emulating the paintings. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of Shirl Roccapriore.

Concert featuring DJ Mio and cocktails.

Chef Michael Ceraldi & Salvatore del Deo together in the kitchen in conjunction with the opening of the Salvatore del Deo’s Art Exhibit at The Mary Heaton Vorse House, which opened on June 24th, 2021. MATTERPORT

A celebration of the Roaring 20s and all things Scott & Zelda with Jazz at the Ballroom.

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Salvatore Del Deo showcased a collection of his work inside the Mary Heaton Vorse House. MATTERPORT

Flight or flying is the process by which an object moves through a space without contacting any planetary surface.

Deeman received a Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations, degree in 2000 from Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK and a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography, a degree in 2014 from Academy of Art, San Francisco, CA.

Sarah Ashley Longshore is a Louisiana-based painter and entrepreneur

An outdoor musical series featuring special surprise guests, On the Town.

Saint Joseph’s partnered with Valley of the Moon Music Festival for a series of live concerts showcasing both emerging musicians as well as seasoned professional musicians.

Cabaret seating in the Courtyard with dinner followed by a movie. Thematic menus from guest Chefs featuring culinary hosts & local purveyors. Barbara Lynch with Genevieve Eustis – Indian, The Hundred Foot Journey. Local chef Stefani Raina Stefani transforms the garden harvest into an edible still life inspired work of painter, Jim Broussard.

Cabaret seating in the Courtyard with dinner followed by a movie. Thematic menus from guest Chefs featuring culinary hosts & local purveyors. Samuel Greene – Middle Eastern, Soufra.

Screening of White Space followed by a conversation moderated by Brian Vines.

Champian Fulton is a Jazz vocalist and pianist who won Hot House's Female Jazz Vocalist of the year in 2019.

A bronze life size sculpture of Mary Heaton Vorse, by renowned sculptor Penelope Jencks, commissioned by the Provincetown Arts Foundation. The sculpture can be seen entering a facsimile door, created by local artisan Nate McKean.

Becoming, curated by Erica Deeman, considers how we mark and measure transformations in our own lives, in the world around us, as well as the spaces between us.

Gabriel Gold, an internationally renowned Bay Area musician, celebrated his move to Iceland and the release of his new album with a live performance. Additionally, he used the space to shoot one of his music videos.

A live stream performance by Paula West.

Balette 22 performs their recital.

A recording of classical music as part of the Valley of the Moon Music Festival.

Nkechi Njaka and Tawoo partnered on RESONANCE, a site-specific experience set to music that cultivates listening, seeing and feeling with real-time awareness.

Audra Ann McDonald was in residence at The Mary Heaton Vorse House working with New Works Provincetown on a new Broadway musical, The Last Diva.

The design and restoration team of Saint Joseph's was honored with a California Preservation Award.

Bookman stayed at the Mary Heaton Vorse House to work on a new screenplay, ‘My Decade Sister’, a coming-of-age story set in Provincetown. He is the author of the novel ‘Close to Nowhere’.

In collaboration with Sinners and Saints, the concert featured Johnny Shepherd with special guest singer Rocco DeLucca on vocals. All proceeds went to Bread & Roses, an organization that continues to bring live and recorded music to those who are isolated and need an uplifting experience.

As Outside Lands moved inside, Saint Joseph’s hosted the extraordinary Tycho, who performed under DRIFT’s Flylight as part of Outside Lands’ virtual concert series.

For their residency at Saint Joseph’s, DJ Mason Bates, conductor Benjamin Schwartz, and visual designer Anne Patterson created Cathedral, a four-part series of meditative music and electronica.

Photographer Alison Gootee came to MHV in Provincetown to capture the essence of our beloved Sal’s restaurant in August of 2020

Composer Scott Frankel and Lyricist Michael Korie held court in The Parlor at The Mary Heaton Vorse House to work on the creation of The New World Provincetown production of ‘The Last Diva’.

Grammy Award–winning cellist, Jonah Kim, hosted two concerts over the summer during his residency with us. These performances featured SF Ballet’s principal dancer, Misa Kuranga, and soloist, Julia Rowe.

In June, iconic Bay Area performer Paula West live-streamed from Saint Joseph’s alongside Adam Shulman on piano, Aaron Germain on bass, Greg Wyser-Pratte on drums, and Scott Sorkin on guitar. The proceeds from the concert went directly to local musicians who were struggling during the pandemic.

Valentine’s Day did not disappoint, as we welcomed sexual anthropologist and provocateur, Betony Vernon to San Francisco to share her recent book, Boudoir Bible. Artist, David Downton was also in town for a one-night-only exhibition of his romantic portraits.

In collaboration with the Sinners & Saints team, Daniel Lanois debuted his exciting new Electro Soul project at Saint Joseph’s for this live performance.

In January, Carpenters Workshop Gallery opened an exhibition featuring site-specific work by the artist collective, DRIFT.

Saint Joseph’s Arts Foundation partnered with the Provincetown Film Society to raise awareness and funding for their mentorship program, which supports emerging trans and non-binary everging fillmmakers. On January 11, a day-long symposium was hosted to assist LGBTQI filmmakers, screenwriters, actors and producers break into film and television.

A panel discussion between Rachelle Hruska of Lingua Frana, Angella M. Nazarian, author of Creative Couples and Visionary Women, and Erica Deeman, fine photographer whose works were showcased at the church. Moderated by Sarah Lynch.

A night of carefully crafted cocktails and delicious bites from Tosca to accompany a performance by Audra McDonald.

Another great night filled with musical performances and Dj sets to accompany specialty cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

A special talk by 2019 Venice Biennale artist and a Headlands Center for the Arts Artist-in-Residence, Hongtao Zhou. Working across different media, Zhou creates site-specific installations that examine the relationships between technology, communication and the natural/urban landscape.

An artist reception celebrating selections from “What Befell Us,” an exhibition of large-scale botanical sculptures created by Bay Area artist and author Tiffanie Turner.

On a late September night, the steeples were further illuminated by the glow of spotlights as celebrity.

The Museum of Performance of Art and Design presented the 2019 Art Medallion Award to Michael Tilson Thomas.

Saint Joesph’s hosted the after party that followed a Castro theatre showing of the reboot of Armistead Maupin Netflix series, “Tales of the City.

Renowned artist and Saint Joseph’s Arts Foundation founding member, Catherine Wagner in conversation with Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive Director, Larry Rinder.

Domenico Dolce, otherwise known as the “Dolce” of Dolce & Gabbana, celebrated the release of his Assouline book. The evening was accompanied by a live DJ, specialty drinks, and fantastical hors d'oeuvres.

The installation in Saint Joseph's former vestry, which runs from January 15th through March 8, features a site-specific selection of works from the esteemed New York gallery, including mid-century collectible designs by Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Guariche, sculpture by Alexander Calder and Ken Price, and paintings by Alberto Burri.

A night celebrating the pre-release of Comporta Bliss, Carlos Souza’s homage to the relaxed pace and artistic community of Comporta, Portugal

A release party was held for the cast of “On the Basis of Sex.”

Nacho Carbonell’s sculptural pieces were featured throughout the mezzanine in addition to a handful of other Carpenters Workshop Gallery artists.

The beginning of it all featured an assortment of liver performances in addition to a spectacular feast and drink options.

As a pre-launch to Saint Joseph’s opening night celebration, a handful of guests were asked to enjoy a meal under the dome amongst candle light and flowers.

A cocktail reception in celebration of the exhibition featuring the works of Erika Deeman and Christine Elfman