Your memberships, support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will help fund our mission.
Welcome to the Hilltop Gallery where the gift exchange takes place. Artists present their work as a gift to the viewer. The viewer's gift to the artists is to look and see. Our Mission: "To create, enhance and promote the arts and cultures in the region."
We are a place in the community for the community!
Elizabeth Weatherbie, President
Teresa Godinez, Vice President,
Angela Gervasi, Secretary
Juan Miguel Garcia, Treasurer
Alex, Jones, Board Member (pictured)
David Weatherbie, Board Member
Priscilla "Nefftys" Rodriguez, Board Member
Samuel Saunders, Board Member
Helen Chester, Board Member
Hilltop Gallery is a non-profit organization run by the Board of Directors and Volunteers. We are always looking for individuals interested in the arts and volunteering with time and ideas. Contact us for more information, and help keep the arts alive!
Children's Art Classes
Ages 4 to 12
Saturday Mornings from 10:30am to 12pm
*Sponsored in part by Alfredo I. Velasquez, SCC Schools Superintendent
A $2 donation is requested to cover the cost of some supplies.
Please, check back for new workshops for kids happening soon!
Art, Theater, Music and more...
Please, call the gallery for more information.
Join Teresa Godinez Saturdays
from 10:30am to 11:45am
for calm and relaxing Yoga in the main gallery.
Lights low, soothing music and YOGA!
A $5 donation is requested per class.
For more information, please call us at (520) 287-5515
March 2023
"Mola: Truth Maps"
Jacqueline Arias
Show Description:
This exhibit considers the meaning of molas, artisanal quilt designs made by indigenous Guna women in Panama. The molas are activated as visual and aural maps - lived maps - inhabited maps that collect and narrate the lived experiences of the people of Panama. The line that moves throughout these works, in the videos, the prints and the VR, is the line of knowledge-building: resisting, subverting and protecting.
Jacqueline Arias is a second-year MFA interdisciplinary student born in Costa Rica and raised in southern Ohio. This varied geographical and cultural history has inspired a body of work that combines experimental video, data-visualizations, sound and performance to construct alternative historiographies. Her feature length documentary film, Imaginary Mothers, about mother's voices in Costa Rica was screened at the 2017 Golden Door International Film Festival. Arias has been invited to speak about her work at Nogales Museum, Mexico and Loyola University, Maryland.
Join us Sunday, March 5th from 1pm to 4pm for the Opening Reception.
There will be art, music, food and fun!
Special Musical Guests, "The Sashas!"
THIS EVENT IS FREE!
There will be a special closing reception on March 26th from 1pm to 4pm with music, a food truck and a Q & A with the artists!
For more information on this show and others, give us a call or send us an email.
Masks and social distancing, please.
Mid-Month Exhibit:
Sabrina Manson - Student Artist
Join us for a very special senior project exhibit from March 12th from 1pm to 4pml.
April 2, 2023
Mata Ortiz Pottery
Hector Yeto Gallegos & Laura Bugarini Cota
Come and take in the amazing artistry of this fantastic pottery!
http://www.hectorylauramataortizpottery.com/
Join us for our opening reception:
Sunday, April 2nd
1pm to 4pm
THIS EVENT IS FREE!
There will be poetry, music, food and so much more to accompany this fantastic artist's exhibit!
Masks and social distancing, please.
For more information about this exhibit, and others, please follow us on our social media, and give us a call.
"Open Mic Night"
is for everyone!
Join Priscilla Nefftys of Nogaleria as she brings talents in the community together with music, poetry, hip hop, comedy, dance and so much more!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd6ow15t5jU
Magic happens when artists of all media and ages come together!
Join us the second Wednesday of each month from 6pm to 9pm!
"The gallery belongs to the people. Let the people enjoy it!" ~Jean Rauscher Wisdom 1972
Made possible by the following grants:
United Way
Arts Foundation for Tucson & Southern Arizona
South32 Grant
Santa Cruz County
and the Arts Community!
Coming Soon!
Kids and youths interested in Theater, Music, Poetry and Art... Get Ready!
"The Arts"
Workshops are coming to Hilltop Gallery!
If you're interested in Theater, Join Veronica Weatherbie as she gets creative instructing a Theater Workshop! Learn about stage direction, sets, scripts and so much more!
Workshop Schedule:
Youth Theater/ Actor Workshop- Veronica Weatherbie Instructor
Aide: Jonathan Heras
5 day Workshop
Date: May 29th- June 31st
Hours: 11am- 3pm
For Ages: 13-18
Limit: 12-20 students
If you're interested in Poetry writing, creating art and books for your poetry, join Priscilla "Nefftys" Rodriguez as she brings out the artist/poet in you!
Workshop Schedule:
Four 2-hour sessions from Monday through Thursday, culminating in a final presentation/recital day on Friday. Dates April 24th-28th 2023, 4-6 pm
Limit 12 participants
If you're interested n Music, Angela Gervasi will be instructing a workshop on how to play the ukulele, discuss voice and music theory, and more.
*sponsored by the ESSER Funds and SCC School Superintendent, Alfredo I. Velasquez
For more information call us at (520) 287-5515
May 7, 2023
Hilltop Gallery Presents:
Annual Prizes of May!
Evey year we are looking for artists just like you!
If you would like to be in our annual juried show, please contact us!
Join us for our opening reception:
Sunday, May 7th
1pm to 4pm
THIS EVENT IS FREE!
There will be poetry, music, food and so much more to accompany this fantastic artist's exhibit!
Masks and social distancing, please.
For more information about this exhibit, and others, please follow us on our social media, and give us a call.
June 2023
In collaboration with the City of Nogales Parks & Recreation Department, we welcome back the Annual Summer Arts Program for Kids!
For over 45 years, Hilltop Gallery and the City of Nogales have been bringing the children in the community arts education.
To sign up your child for summer programs, contact the CON Parks & Rec.
(520) 285-5780
If you would like to teach children art, contact the CON Human Resources to become a part of this amazing team!
(520) 287-6571
Tentative Schedules:
Monday through Friday
June 6 through June 30 , 2023
Ages 5-7 9:30-10:55
Ages 8-10 11:00-12:30
Ages 11-15 1:00-3:00
There will be no classes July 3 - 7
*Co-sponsored by Alfredo I. Velasquez, SCC Schools Superintendent
"The gallery belongs to the people. Let the people enjoy it!" ~Jean Rauscher Wisdom 1972
February 2023
DAVID FERNANDEZ
"Shim Sham Mish Mash"
A show with a grand collection of fine art by this local native!
Born in Nogales, he has lived here most of his life. He is an artist, a poet and a musician.
"The meaning behind, or understanding of, my art is less important than an openness to it; for without a recipient, there is no art." ~Videz
For more information on David Fernandez, visit his website in the link below:
Join us for our opening reception:
Sunday, February 5, 2023
1pm to 4pm
THIS EVENT IS FREE!
There will be poetry, live music by "Once Upon a Time", food and so much more to accompany this fantastic artist's exhibit!
Masks and social distancing, please.
For more information about this exhibit, and others, please follow us on our social media, and give us a call.
Luis Preciado
"Bird on a wire"
Join us in January of 2023!
Welcome back Luis Preciado!
Join us Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 1pm to 4pm for the Opening Reception.
Musical guests, The Bad Catholics will be playing from 2pm to 4pm on the patio.
Featuring Native Nogalians: Chris Martin, Roland Valencia, Hector Aguirre and Rudy Esquivias
Desert Dwellers Roasters , Jason & Ivonne Almeida, will be providing samples and selling their freshly roasted coffee.
Stop by, say hi and give it a try!
THIS EVENT IS FREE!
Masks and social distancing, please.
For more information on this show and others, give us a call or send us an email.
Chuck & Friends
"On a Fall Day"
Join us in November as we welcome a breakout exhibit with various artists compiled of family, friends and the community!
Carlos "Chuck" Lineiro brings a fresh collaboration with artists:
Yvonne Lineiro, Flora Lineiro, Celeste Lineiro, Oceana Lineiro, Helio Lineiro, Margi Villagomez, Gerry Gracia, Jerry Wagner, Juan Pena, David Fernandez, Nefftys, Hyde, Tony Pllak, Lazslo Kantor and Obed Delusignan
There will be a live podcast by Juan Kalavera!
SCTC will be providing baked goodies along with vendors such as Desert Dwellers Roasters and more, plus merchandise tables and a massage station with Vene Sanchez.
Musical guests featured:
Neftys/MC
Streets
Fern-E
Juan Kalavera
BadCash
Damas y Calaveras
Slow Waves and Ivan Merma
Join us for this extravaganza Sunday, November 6th from 12pm to 6pm
This show will run through December 2022
"Masks"
A Collection
by MariLuz Burr
Join us in October for a very special exhibit from a personal collection of Mari Luz Burr as she displays masks collected throughout the years, as well as the history behind them.
There will be dancers from the Veracruz region, and “la danza de los viejitos”
There will be refreshments and fun!
Opening reception:
Sunday, October 9th from 1pm to 4pm
Guest Speakers: Consulado de Mexico from Nogales, AZ and the U.S. Consulate General from Nogales, Sonora at 2pm.
For more information on this event, and others, please call: (520) 287-5515
Happy Birthday Hilltop Gallery!
September 1972 was the very first Exhibit at Hilltop Gallery, and September 2022 will not be the last!
Thanks to patrons, artists and the community for making this possible!
50 years!!!
We are having a very special
Closing Reception
from 5pm to 8pm
featuring live music and performances by
Neil Malick
Nefftys
Kevin Jung
Angela Gervasi
and, more!
Please, join us for the start of the next 50 years!
This event is FREE!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HILLTOP GALLERY!
Patrons of the Arts, Inc. is pleased to announce we shall be celebrating 50 years on the hill!
(Photo taken 1972)
Please, join us as we commemorate this great accomplishment!
We shall be remembering past artists and shows, and we shall have a Grand Gala Celebration to kick off 50 more years as Hilltop Gallery!
An on-going show will be held in the Studio Gallery in remembrance of all artists.
And, join us in September for a gala celebration anniversary party celebrating 50 years on the hill!
September 1972 was the very first Exhibit at Hilltop Gallery, and September 2022 will not be the last!
Thanks to patrons, artists and the community for making this possible!
50 years!!!
Opening Reception:
Sunday, September 11th
1pm to 7pm
Special musical guests:
"The Edgar Moreno Band"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5UaEv4AHjQ
"Belinda Esquer"
https://www.belindasmusic.com/
"Dust to Heaven"
https://www.reverbnation.com/dusttoheaven
"Slow Waves"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VD9OiegkCdY
AND
"Nefftys"
The show runs through September 29th where we will have a
Closing Reception
from 5pm to 8pm
featuring live music and performances by
Neil Malick
Nefftys
Kevin Jung
Plan A
and, more!
The Hilltop Gallery and Nogaleria Open Mic Present:
Hip Hop at the Hilltop
Summer Show
Psypiritual
Trailz
El Toxik
Lord Ford
Nefftys
Plan A
Jung
Dorian Moore
Papalotliztac
Desert Knight and more...
Join us for this special event with local talents and special guest from Douglas & Tucson.
Art/Music Performances/Vendors
6pm to 9pm (or, beyond!)
For more information on this event, and others, please call: (520) 287-5515
The Annual Judged Show
Prizes of May 2022
Hilltop Gallery Invites ALL Artists!
The Annual Open Judges Show
"The Prizes of May"
Join us May 1st thru May 28th for our Annual "Prizes of May" where all artists of any age working at all levels in any medium enter to win Cash Prizes!
Artwork was judged in 3 categories: Painting and Drawing, Photography & Dimensional.
"Prizes of May" Winners!
Judge's Choice: Virginia Carroll
Painting & Drawing:
1st Place: Virginia Carroll
2nd Place: Lisa Tenuta
3rd Place: Robert nelson
Honorable Mention: Lisa Tenuta
Photography:
1st Place: Michael Mock
2nd Place: Tom Daniel
3rd Place: Bruce Norman
Honorable Mention: Michael Mock
Dimensional:
1st Place: Jorge Ruiz
2nd Place: Robert White
3rd Place: Helen Chester
Honorable Mention: Jorge Ruiz
Cash prizes were awarded at the Opening Reception.
Opening Reception:
Sunday, May 1, 2022 1pm - 4pm
Live music!
"Slow Waves!"
Featuring Jimmy Teyechea & Levi Reyes
For more information Call: (520) 287-5515
April 2022
Celebrate with us the amazing pottery art by Mike Garino
Please, join us as we welcome Mike Garino.
Reception will be held April 9th
from 1pm to 4pm
There will be refreshments and fun!
This show runs
April 9 thru 29, 2022
Priscilla Nefftys "Nogaleria"
Nogaleria is a project that takes inspiration from our land and history to create art, we shine light on our roots and the importance of passing down the knowledge through generations.
With poetry we tell the story, with murals we paint a picture. Learn about Nogales history through hip hop with us and enjoy the Nogaleria artists’ unique collections.
Priscilla Rodriguez poetry/photography Gerardo Frias graffiti and multimedia art Tony Plak graffiti and canvas
Also exhibiting local artists: Carlos "Chuck" Lineiro with his Muertos Skateboarding Supply Brand
Grecia Solorio 17 year old specialized in colored pencil portrait art and aspiring muralist.
There will be live music & poetry on the patio, as well as refreshments.
Join all these amazing artists at the opening reception:
Sunday, March 6th from 1pm to 4pm
This show runs: March 6-26, 2022
William Monaghan
Rusted Metal Assemblages
Join us as we welcome sculpture and artist, William Monaghan as he displays his creations.
Reception:
Sunday, February 6, 2022
from 1pm to 4pm
This show runs through February 28th.
Photo above from "Rusty Composition Series" by Will Monaghan
Emilia Arana & David Cowan
This show is a collaborative effort featuring abstracts in paint and clay by two fantastic artists.
Emilia Arana is an accomplished artist and a classical pianist & NHS 1966 graduate.
David Cowan is a clay artist & a graduate of NHS class of 1967.
This show will run January 9 thru February 3, 2022
Visit our friends at La Linea Art Studio for more art exposure and appreciation! Exhibiting works by local artists along with musical guests at their Exhibit Openings.
Monday through Friday you can find La Linea's doors open from 4pm to 6pm.
Saturdays, the doors open from 1pm to 4pm.
Hours and days may vary.
Join in on the fun the last Wednesday of the month for their popular "Open Studio!"
Find out more about our Hilltop Extended Gallery through our friends at Santa Cruz Center.
Every month we extend our exhibits to be continuously shared at Santa Cruz Center. To find out more, please visit them by clicking the link below.
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Border Eco Magazine is dedicated to connecting our community to the great people, events, organizations, and services that make a difference in Santa Cruz County.
Alfredo I. Velásquez has always been a huge supporter of the arts and education with Hilltop Gallery. Every year, his most generous contributions help fund the Children's Arts Programs at the gallery. And, in collaboration with the City of Nogales, Parks and Recreation Center, the gallery is able to house and teach hundreds of children many different arts and techniques.
Thank you, Mr. Velásquez, for your continued support throughout the years!
Student Memberships are $10. Must have ID
Individual Memberships are $35
Family Memberships are $50
Business Memberships are $100
Patron Level Memberships are $200
Corporate Memberships are $500 and above.
For many years, the Nogales Chamber of Commerce has worked together with Hilltop to bring the arts and knowledge to the community. The Chamber's President, Olivia Ainza-Kramer, has gone out of her way to help the gallery and the community. It has been an honor and a privilege working with such a wonderful organization.
Check out our little gift shop when you visit the gallery. It's full of arts and crafts created by our local community and neighboring friends.
We accept all debit/credit cards, Apple Pay, along with cash and checks.
For over 40 years Hilltop Gallery host the City of Nogales Summer Art Program for Kids ages 5 to 15.
This program houses nearly 100 children and a staff of 5 to 7 individuals teaching arts and crafts during the summer months.
The program finishes off with an exhibit of the children's art and a reception for family and friends.
This program is co-sponsored by Hilltop Gallery, City of Nogales Parks and Recreation Department and Santa Cruz County Schools Superintendent, Alfredo I. Velasquez.
Hilltop Gallery is always looking for volunteers to help out with exhibits and special events. Please, contact us if you are interested in volunteering.
Hilltop gallery is pleased to incorporate the performing arts to accompany the visual arts. We celebrate music, poetry, dance and so much more! Please, join us in showcasing your talents by dropping us a line and letting us know you're an artist.