Weekend in Mill Valley: Rock ’n’ Roll, Movies, and Fine Dining

Posted Wednesday, September 18, 2024 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

Mill Valley is no run-of-the-mill destination; it’s one of Northern California’s most scenic and charming getaways. Just 10 miles north of San Francisco, Mill Valley is nestled next to some of the...[Read More]

Marin's Wonderland of Art in San Rafael

Posted Wednesday, August 14, 2024 by MCVB Staff

Marin's Wonderland of Art in San Rafael

San Rafael's Art Works Downtown is Marin's "incubator for the arts". The 40,000 square-foot complex, housed in the circa 1878 Gordon’s Opera House building, is a labyrinth of studio...[Read More]

Six Quirky Marin ThingsTo Do

Posted Friday, July 19, 2024 by MCVB Staff

Have you ever visited a new country, or even a new city, and just felt instantly connected? Like you were a part of something bigger than yourself? We don’t know what it is, but some...[Read More]

Exploring Marin's Cultural Resources

Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2024 by MCVB Staff

Most people don’t know this—unless you’re a local—but Marin is a hidden gem when it comes to culture. Because of Marin’s close proximity to the cultural and counter-cultural mecca of San Francisco, it has...[Read More]

A Tale of Two Cities: Where History Meets Modern Charm

Posted Monday, May 20, 2024 by MCVB Staff

“Where history meets modern charm," encapsulates the Twin Cities of Corte Madera and Larkspur perfectly. Wander through streets lined with historic buildings, each whispering tales of the past, while simultaneously encountering vibrant cafes,...[Read More]

Wright's Masterpiece: Marin Civic Center Magic

Posted Thursday, May 9, 2024 by MCVB Staff

Calling all architecture enthusiasts and intrepid travelers!

Venture to the enchanting city of San...[Read More]

Art in Marin

Posted Wednesday, March 13, 2024 by MCVB Staff

By Whitney Butler

The job of an artist is to lead by inspiration—to see the invisible, to imagine the impossible. As part of its history, culture and community, Marin County nurtures this sentiment on several fronts.

Throughout...[Read More]

Learn Something New at Marin's Museums

Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

The wilder side of American museums is on permanent display just north of San Francisco in Marin County. Its museums are an eclectic collection of tributes to Northern California’s influence on American life...[Read More]

Marin's First People

Posted Tuesday, October 24, 2023 by MCVB Staff

For Marin’s earliest inhabitants, the Coast Miwok Indians, fall was an important season for acorn harvesting, a time to store food before the onset of winter.

Autumn is also a perfect time to learn about the...[Read More]

Marin County’s History of Mountain Biking

Posted Wednesday, October 18, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

Did you know that Marin County is the birthplace of mountain biking? It was right here in Marin that some of the first-ever mountain bikes (aka "klunkers") raced down Repack Road. It's...[Read More]

A Weekend in San Rafael: The Arts and Open Spaces

Posted Thursday, June 1, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

The arts and the great outdoors come together for a unique combination in San Rafael—the largest, oldest, and most culturally diverse city in Marin County. While beautiful parks and wide-open spaces make up...[Read More]

Insider’s Guide to the Mill Valley Film Festival

Posted Wednesday, March 8, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

Calling all movie buffs! This year’s Mill Valley Film Festival is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before. Celebrating the best in independent and world cinema across multiple...[Read More]

Marin's Dynamic Arts and Culture Scene

Posted Wednesday, February 22, 2023 by MCVB Staff

By Joe Kukura

Northern California’s Marin County has a special place in the American art scene. The home of movie stars like Sean Penn and George Lucas and rock ’n’ rollers Sammy Hagar and Huey Lewis,...[Read More]

Explore This Frank Lloyd Wright Masterpiece in Marin

Posted Thursday, October 20, 2022 by MCVB Staff

By John Egan

The Marin County Civic Center in San Rafael stands as a testament to arguably the most revered architect in American history.

As the last commissioned work by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the...[Read More]

Movies You Never Knew Were Filmed in Marin

Posted Wednesday, May 12, 2021 by MCVB Staff

By Megan Eileen McDonough

Calling all Star Wars fans! Did you know that Lucasfilm/SkywalkerSound, the company that produced Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens, is actually headquartered in Marin County? In fact, there...[Read More]