Outdoor Art Club Building is a Historical Landmark Building in Mill Valley, California in Marin County. The building and grounds were designed by American architect, Bernard Maybeck in 1904. Maybeck is known for his use of natural materials in creative ways. The Outdoor Art Club Building is noted for its unique roof truss system. The Outdoor Art Club Building is a California Historical Landmark No. 922, listed on October 15, 1978. The Outdoor Art Club Building is located at 1 W Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, California.[1]

Outdoor Art Club
Historical Landmark marker
Location1 W Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, California
Coordinates37°54′22″N 122°32′46″W / 37.906°N 122.546°W / 37.906; -122.546
Built1904
ArchitectBernard Maybeck
Reference no.922
Outdoor Art Club is located in California
Outdoor Art Club
Location of Outdoor Art Club in California
Outdoor Art Club is located in the United States
Outdoor Art Club
Outdoor Art Club (the United States)

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The Outdoor Art Club is dedicated to preserving the area's natural environment. The Outdoor Art Club was founded by 35 Mill Valley women in 1902. The 35 were concerned about the removal of large redwood treess near the Mill Valley train depot. The club has worked to preserve natural environments and done community service projects. Due to its beauty, the building is often used for weddings.[2][3][4]

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  1. ^ "Outdoor Art Club #922". Office of Historic Preservation, California State Parks. Retrieved 2012-10-07.
  2. ^ "The Outdoor Art Club | The Outdoor Art Club…Heritage, Community, Friendship".
  3. ^ "Rental | The Outdoor Art Club".
  4. ^ "The Outdoor Art Club, Mill Valley: History".