Headlands Center for the Arts

Unlike a museum or theater, art at Headlands is being produced in real time. Artists participating in our programs are engaged in the behind the scenes aspects of art making – researching, reading, walking, talking, and trying their hand at new techniques and approaches.

A few times a month we throw open our doors and invite you to join us for Public Events, ranging from intimate artist talks and dinners to campus-wide Open Houses. On non-event days you’re welcome to pop by during open hours to explore the artist-rehabilitated spaces and installations, hike the neighboring trails, or simply enjoy a good cup of coffee in the Mess Hall.

Our street address is:
944 Simmonds Road, Sausalito, CA 94965

Headlands Center for the Arts is located in Fort Barry in the Marin Headlands. We are part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park Service. Please find directions below to reach Headlands Center for the Arts by car, bicycle, bus or ferry.

A note about accessibility: First-floor spaces in Building 944 (Mess Hall, Key Room, and Latrine) are accessible to people with mobility aids. Second- and third-floor spaces (Westwing, Eastwing, Rodeo Room, and Project Space) are currently accessible only by stairs. Note that there is a steep hill from the MUNI 76X bus stop up to the Headlands campus. During our seasonal Open Houses, special accommodations can be made for those arriving via public transportation. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please email commdirector@headlands.org or call 415-331-2787 X23.

*MUNI 76X bus service is currently suspended.