Sol Treasures awakens and nurtures an appreciation and passion for the arts in people of all ages in South Monterey County, providing a home for creative and inspiring opportunities that unify the community through art and culture.
Sol Treasures presents Stories in Motion, an exciting new initiative to teach filmmaking to youth and first-time creators in our rural, underserved community. Through accessible workshops in storytelling, shooting, and editing, participants will produce short films that reflect their lives, cultures, and voices. The project culminates in King City’s first-ever community film festival, a public event celebrating new talent, creative expression, and the power of storytelling.
This Big Idea empowers students with creative and technical skills, builds confidence, and fosters a sense of belonging through art. By uplifting unheard stories and showcasing local voices, we bring people together and inspire the next generation of filmmakers right here in our community.
Sol Treasures is the only arts and cultural center in South Monterey County, providing year-round access to creative learning, self-expression, and cultural celebration. We serve youth, families, and underserved populations through a wide range of programs that build skills, confidence, and community pride.
Our Social Media Empowerment Program teaches students digital wellness and media literacy skills. We offer music classes in piano, violin, and guitar, as well as community theater productions, visual art workshops, and seasonal camps. We highlight local culture bearers through programs like Día de Los Muertos and exhibit the work of South County artists in our public gallery.
We also bring arts education to rural schools, CHISPA Housing sites, and the King City Migrant Center, ensuring that creative opportunities reach those with limited access. Sol Treasures is a vibrant hub for artistic and cultural enrichment, empowering our community through connection, creativity, and celebration.
My first art exhibition was at Sol Treasures, and it was a success! I was moved and proud of the experience, which helped me realize what I can become in the future and within this community. Because of your introduction, I was able to work on my first mural with La Neta in King City's downtown Plaza. The Exhibition and the mural are highlights that will forever be in my life! Thank you for being a stepping stone in the right direction for me.
- Gustavo Perez, King City
