Why You Must Visit the Caldwell Snyder Gallery

Escape St. Helena’s busy Main Street and step inside the Caldwell Snyder Gallery for a look at contemporary artworks from renowned international artists. The Gallery specializes in innovative painters and sculptors of the 21st century who are pushing the artistic envelope. Whether you are scouting for the next big artist or simply browsing St. Helena’s downtown, you must visit this leading contemporary art gallery on your Napa Valley getaway.

A Piece of Bay Area History

Established in 1983 in San Francisco by Oliver Caldwell and Susan Snyder, the Gallery has withstood the test of time for nearly four decades. Caldwell and Snyder’s determination to find artists with a meaningful voice and appealing aesthetic keeps visitors coming back for more. Now after opening satellite galleries in both Napa Valley and New York City, the Caldwell Snyder Gallery has become a leading national art gallery.

Historic Star Building

The Gallery is located across from the beautiful Richie Block building in the middle of the St. Helena historic district. The turn-of-the-century Star Building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Together with the San Francisco location, the newly renovated building has helped host over 500 exhibitions since its opening. Get the sophistication of a major art museum without having to venture out of Napa Valley! 

Up-and-Coming Artists

The Gallery has featured international artists from the United States, Europe, and Latin America. The rotating art exhibits specialize in contemporary paintings, drawings, sculpture, and limited edition prints from post-war and emerging artists. Recent exhibitions include the hyper-realistic bronze sculptures of Luis Montoya and Leslie Ortiz, and contemporary photographer Joshua Jensen-Nagle’s bird’s-eye scenes of leisure. Look for upcoming exhibitions from painter John Gibson and cityscape painter, Paul Balmer.

Experience St. Helena’s Arts and Culture During Your Stay at the Wine Country Inn & Cottages

After exploring the Caldwell Snyder Gallery, peruse St. Helena’s charming downtown. Set out on a walking tour of the Historic District or dine at one of St. Helena’s best fine dining restaurants. Located only minutes from downtown St. Helena, world-class wineries, and Michelin-starred restaurants, is the relaxing Wine Country Inn & Cottages. Featuring beautiful vineyard views, comfortable rooms, and soothing in-room amenities, this boutique hotel is the perfect Napa Valley retreat after a day in downtown.