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Learn about the history, academics, and closure of SFAI, one of the oldest art schools in the US. Founded in 1871, SFAI was a private college of contemporary art in San Francisco, California, until 2022.
Jul 18, 2022 · The school announced its closure and reorganization as a nonprofit after a merger deal with USF fell through. SFAI faced financial turmoil and controversy over its Diego Rivera mural during the pandemic.
Learn about the history and legacy of the San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI) through its archival collections, exhibitions, and programs. Find out how to donate, research, and get involved with the SFAI community.
San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI) was a private college of contemporary art in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1871, SFAI was one of the oldest art schools in the United States and the oldest west of the Mississippi River. Approximately 220 undergraduates and 112 graduate students were enrolled in 2021.
See photographs of artists who studied or taught at the San Francisco Art Institute, a cultural hub for over 140 years. Explore the art movements and contexts that shaped the Bay Area and beyond.
Feb 3, 2022 · The San Francisco Art Institute, which has been plagued by crippling debt, has formalized plans to integrate with — and eventually be acquired by — the University of San Francisco.
Feb 3, 2022 · The San Francisco Art Institute, a 150-year-old art school facing financial crisis, will be taken over by the University of San Francisco. The two schools plan to integrate operations and programs in the arts to create a new academic model.
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