The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California

The Center for Armenian Arts
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250 N. Orange St.
Glendale, CA 91203 United States Get Directions
Phone (747) 208-2000
Website http://armenianarts.com

THE BUSINESS OF BEING ARMENIAN

 

The Center for Armenian Arts is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to celebrating Armenian creativity and heritage. Regularly hosting events, it serves as a platform for artists, dancers, poets, directors, and more to showcase their talents and engage with audiences. Whether you are an artist, performer, or art enthusiast, the center warmly welcomes all to experience the richness of Armenian culture.

 

The Armenian Arts Organization was established in 2000 in Los Angeles to promote exceptional Armenian talent in visual and musical arts. Over the years, the organization has curated prestigious events at renowned venues, including the Hollywood Bowl, the J. Paul Getty Museum, Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, and the Ford Amphitheater. It is also known for publishing Armenian Arts magazine and the Yes, We Have series of books, which highlight Armenian contributions to humanity.

 

Among its notable achievements are a landmark recording of Komitas Vardapet’s Divine Liturgy performed entirely on duduks by the Winds of Passion Quartet; the first Armenian program for the KCRW World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl; and the concert Armenia Unbound: A Musical Journey at the J. Paul Getty Museum. Another highlight was the 2007 Spirit of Armenia concert, commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association.

 

The newest addition to the organization’s legacy is its 2,770-square-foot multidisciplinary art venue located in the heart of Glendale. This space will connect artists and audiences through exhibitions, live performances, screenings, discussions, readings, classes, workshops, and special events.

 

Stepan Partamian, the founder and executive director of the Armenian Arts Fund, is also a renowned talk-show host. Known for his politically incorrect commentary and analyses of current affairs, he has influenced public discourse in Los Angeles, Armenia, and beyond.

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Events at this venue

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  • NOSTALGIA: A Journey Into Memory by Davit Mirzoyan

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    NOSTALGIA is a reflective and emotionally resonant solo exhibition by acclaimed Armenian artist Davit Mirzoyan, exploring memory, time, identity, and the quiet poetry of the past through refined painterly expression. Born in 1961 in Yerevan, Mirzoyan received his BFA in Armenia in 1983 from the Department of Art and Design at the Armenian State Pedagogical […]

  • COLORS OF YEREVAN: See Yerevan Through an Karishok’s Heart

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    COLORS OF YEREVAN is a vibrant and poetic solo exhibition by contemporary Armenian artist Karishok (Karine) Dulyan, celebrating the emotional rhythm, architectural spirit, and everyday poetry of Armenia’s capital. Born and raised in Yerevan, Dulyan began painting at the age of four and held her first solo exhibition at just five years old. She later […]

  • LOVE CONFESSION: A Visual Love Letter by Ella Sarkisyan

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    LOVE CONFESSION is a poetic and emotionally charged solo exhibition by contemporary artist Ella Sarkisyan, exploring love as memory, mystery, confession, and transformation. Through layered textures, symbolic imagery, and luminous color harmonies, Sarkisyan invites viewers into an intimate visual dialogue where personal emotion meets universal longing. Born into a family of artists and shaped by […]

  • “Arev, Arev, Yek, Yek”: Hasmik Harutyunyan. Voice of Armenian Folk Tradition

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Hasmik Harutyunyan is one of Armenia’s most celebrated folk singers and a leading figure in the preservation and revival of traditional Armenian music. Born on December 26, 1960, in Yerevan, she has devoted her life to safeguarding Armenia’s rich musical heritage and sharing its depth, spirituality, and emotional power with audiences around the world. As a […]

  • “20×20” A Curated Dialogue of 41 Artists

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    20×20 is a landmark group exhibition (41 artists) conceived by renowned Armenian artist and curator Gago Gagik Vardanyan, bringing together a powerful cross‑section of contemporary Armenian and Armenian‑diasporan artists under a single, rigorously defined format. Each participating artist was invited to create one original work not exceeding 20 × 20 inches, a constraint that becomes the conceptual backbone […]

  • “Restoring The Past” A Short Documentary Screening

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Aleksei, an art restorer with a rich background across Europe and Russia, takes us behind the scenes of art restoration. This documentary looks at the detailed craftsmanship, the strict code of ethics, and the challenges of bringing damaged masterpieces back to life while staying true to the artist's original vision. Aleksei’s work for top auction […]

  • Voices of Minority: Communities in Armenia

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Lucy Petrosyan is a photographer and visual artist with over 8 years of experience. She travels the world documenting people’s lives in a reportage style, focusing on everyday moments, traditions, and cultural stories. This time, she documented in Armenia the lives and traditions of minority communities, including Indians, Greeks, Yazidis, Assyrians, and Molokans. Her exhibition, […]

  • Ginifest 2025

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    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Don’t Miss GiniFest® 2025 – A Celebration of Armenian and International Wine & Spirits! 8th Annual Armenian Wine & Spirits Festival Sunday, October 12, 2025 3 pm – 9 pm 250 N. Orange Street Glendale, CA 91203 Tickets $100 Get ready for an extraordinary experience at GiniFest® 2025, a vibrant Armenian and International Wine & Spirits […]

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  • Roger Kupelian: 30+ Cinematic Art Retrospective

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Roger Kupelian Presents “30+: A Cinematic Retrospective” at Glendale’s Armenian Arts Center Glendale, CA – May 12, 2025 – Acclaimed artist and filmmaker Roger Kupelian welcomes art lovers and film enthusiasts to “30+: A Cinematic Retrospective,” a vibrant solo exhibition celebrating over three decades of his creative work in fine art and cinema. Hosted at […]

  • Karine Vardanyan and You, On the Other Side

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Join us at Armenian Arts for Karine Vardanyan and You, On the Other Side—a unique exhibition exploring the delicate interplay between nature and abstraction. Karine Vardanyan brings a fresh perspective to contemporary art through her striking abstract collages made with sea shells, each piece capturing emotion, texture, and memory from both land and sea. Day/Time: […]

  • The Pillars of Creation

    The Pillars of Creation

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    Step into the world of an extraordinary arts exhibition by Hasmik Muradyan. Join us to witness a stunning display of artistic vision and creativity. Discover the pillars that inspire and shape Hasmik's captivating works—this is an experience you won’t want to miss! Day/Time: Friday, May 9, 2025 7PM - 10PM Day/Time: Saturday, May 10, 2025 […]

  • Ani, Zepure & Shakeh: Threads of Heritage

    Threads of Heritage

    The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, United States

    The Center of Armenian Arts is proud to present Threads of Heritage, a collaborative exhibition celebrating the richness of Armenian traditions, cultural memory, and artistic expression. Featuring the works of Ani Gevorgian, Zepure Jerahian, and Shakeh Markarians, this showcase weaves together history and contemporary creativity, exploring patterns, textures, and narratives that connect past and present. […]