About us
Founded in 2022 and established as a 501c3 in 2023, Xela Institute of Art has supported the careers of over 30 underrepresented artists across different stages of their practice—including 8+ senior artists, 10+ mid-career artists, and 12+ emerging artists. Artists use the Xela as a site for exploration and recovery, often marking critical junctures in their artistic development.
Xela Institute of Art is one of the few independent, non-collecting institutions in the country and the only museum in Long Beach dedicated to the presentation of contemporary art, performance, and experimental programming. By nurturing a space where artists and communities converge, Xela seeks to expand Long Beach’s cultural landscape and serve as a platform for creatives invested in imagining artistic futures.
Xela exhibitions are available to the public for free by appointment (to accommodate staffing).
Please book a free public visit through our Calendly to schedule a meeting at least one-week in advance.
We are physically located at:
2176 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA, 90806
Our mailing address is:
1525 Aviation Blvd, #358
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Exhibition Photography by Adrienne Ivy
Support Creative Futures
The Xela Institute of Art is a Long Beach arts space dedicated to uplifting emerging, mid-career, and senior artists through free exhibitions, career development, and community-centered programs. Your donation directly supports artists at pivotal moments in their practice–offering mentorship, professional services, and a platform for transformative work. Help us sustain a low-barrier, artist-first model that reimagines what care and collaboration can look like. Each contribution helps us build a more just and vibrant arts ecosystem.