DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun Events

This 10-acre historic landmark is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Opened in 1965, it is home to over 15,000 originals of Ted DeGrazia art pieces including oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics and sculptures. There are six permanent collections on display and several rotating exhibitions each year. A limited number of DeGrazia originals are available for purchase, while the gift shop and online store offers a wide variety of popular DeGrazia reproductions. The Little Gallery hosts visiting artists during the winter months. Admission: Adults $8, Students 12-18 years $5, children under 12 are free. Year-long pass is $25.

The DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is Open Daily from 10 am – 4pm, and is located at 6300 North Swan, Tucson, AZ 85718. For up-to-date event and exhibit information, call (520) 299-9191 or (800) 545-2185, or visit www.DeGrazia.org

ROTATING EXHIBITS ON DISPLAY AT DEGRAZIA GALLERY IN THE SUN:

Brush Drawings of Ted DeGrazia: Discover the raw energy and expressive power of works created without the use of a pen. Dating from 1945 to 1963, these paintings highlight a dynamic period in DeGrazia’s career, with most pieces completed in the 1950s. Each brushstroke captures motion and feeling, whether it’s a child at play, a ballerina mid-dance, a cowboy at work, or musicians lost in their song. Horses, miners, and other iconic figures of the Southwest also appear, rendered with bold simplicity that conveys both strength and grace. On view through January 28th, 2026.

DeGrazia’s Pastels: For the first time since his passing, the impressionistic beauty of Ted DeGrazia’s pastels take center stage at the Gallery in the Sun, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience this side of the artist’s work. Created between 1953 and 1978, many of these pastel drawings have never been displayed before. Their soft textures and vibrant colors reveal another dimension of DeGrazia’s creativity, capturing subjects ranging from intimate portraits to expressive demonstrations. Among the highlights are live demonstration pieces, drawings DeGrazia created on the spot while speaking at public events, giving audiences an unforgettable glimpse into his process. The exhibit will be on view through January 28th, 2026.

Ceramic Paintings of Ted DeGrazia: Ted DeGrazia was never one to be confined by tradition. His creativity spilled across every medium he touched, and in Ceramic Paintings of Ted DeGrazia, visitors can explore one of his most unique approaches, painting on ceramic plates and sculptural forms. This new exhibit brings together an extraordinary collection of figurative works on clay. The pieces showcase many of DeGrazia’s most beloved subjects: children at play, graceful horses, ethereal angels, sacred madonnas, and even roadrunners and petroglyph-inspired designs. Each ceramic painting is a meeting of earth and fire, color and form, capturing the spirit of the Southwest in a tactile, lasting way. The exhibit will be on view through January 28th, 2026.

SPECIAL EVENTS
Dec. 14: La Fiesta de Guadalupe: This festival honors Mexico’s patron saint with music, dancing and performances including mariachi bands, The DeGrazia Band, folklorico dancers, and Yaqui Deer Dancers. Piñatas filled with treats are hoisted hourly for the kids while vendors offer regional food, southwestern fare, and souvenirs. The event is free and open to the public. This year, the festival will be held on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025.

The Little Gallery Guest Artists (Nov 2025 – Apr 2026):
– Mark Prusten (Nov 2–14): Oil & digital media
– Max Hewlett (Nov 16–28): Paintings – closed Thanksgiving Day
– Caleb Gutierrez (Nov 30–Dec 12): Multimedia
– Alisa Raines (Dec 14–26): Landscape paintings – closed Christmas Day
– Carole Fisher & Suzanne Hodges (Dec 28–Jan 9): Paintings & ceramics – closed New Year’s Day
– Ambika Wauters (Jan 11–23): Madonnas and angels
– Joanna Pregon (Jan 25–Feb 6): Acrylic & oil on canvas
– Erik Sletten (Feb 9–20): Pop art
– Anna Lee Keefer (Feb 22–Mar 6): Photography
– Mary Sherwood (Mar 8–20): Fused glass
– Wendy Islas (Mar 22–Apr 3): Landscapes, nightscapes & waterscapes

DeGrazia Gallery in the Sun is located at 6300 N Swan Tucson, AZ 85718. For more information call (520) 299-9191 or (800) 545-2185, and visit www.DeGrazia.org.

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