Make art part of your life!The mission of the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center is to support and encourage art through education, exhibition and cultural activities. We provide unique art experiences through hands-on learning, artwork displays, and cultural events that enrich the lives of our community residents and beyond.SCM Art Center started in 1987 as a committee of the local Santa Cruz Cultural Council and incorporated in 1997 as its own non-profit 501(C)(3). Located in downtown Ben Lomond, in Santa Cruz County, California, USA.