April 19: 2026 KDA Sketch Session

2026 Kids Draw Architecture Sketch Session!

We hope you can join us for the Annual Kids Draw Architecture sketch session! It will be held at Riviera Park on Sunday, April 19th from 1 -3 p.m. This is a FREE event, and all sketching materials are provided. 

KDA Gallery Show

Kids Draw Architecture 2026 Gallery Show and Opening Reception!

KDA Goes Global!

Celebrating Young Visions of Architecture from Around the World

Architecture looks different in every corner of the world — and through a child’s eyes, it becomes even more magical. Our Kids Draw Architecture program is inspired by how children from around the world see their built environment — from familiar streets to grand monuments. Each drawing tells a story, invites us to explore a culture, and reminds us that architecture speaks a universal language. 

We are delighted to share this beautiful piece of creativity from a young artist in Turkey! We hope these drawings spark your imagination, just as it has ours, a wonderful reminder that great ideas and inspiration can come from anywhere.

2025 KDA Sketch Session

2025 Kids Draw Architecture Sketch Session!

We hope you can join us this year for the 39th annual Kids Draw Architecture sketch session! It will be held at the Casa de la Guerra on Sunday, May 18th from 1 -3 p.m. This is a FREE event, and all sketching materials are provided. 

Art Gallery Holiday Closures

Art Gallery Holiday Closures

We hope you can come and visit the Kids Draw Architecture Exhibition on the following Saturdays;

November 16th & 23rd

December 7th and 14th

Please note that the Art Gallery will be closed on these holiday dates, below:

November 30th (closed for Thanksgiving)

December 21st (closed for Christmas)

December 28th (closed for Christmas)

January 4th (closed for New Years)

Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) program is designed to help the participants learn about architecture and the skill of drawing. This year, the sketch session took place at the Santa Barbara Mission. 

The 2025 Calendars will be available for purchase at the gallery opening, the AFSB office and local bookstores.

Announcement drawing by Aishani Mishra, age 11.

11/10 Kids Draw Architecture Gallery Opening and Holiday Party

Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) Gallery Opening and Holiday Party

Gallery Opening, Sunday November 10, 2024 1-3pm
The Architectural Foundation Art Gallery

The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce Kids Draw Architecture Gallery Opening and Holiday Party on Sunday, November 10 from 1pm to 3pm.

Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) program is designed to help the participants learn about architecture and the skill of drawing. This year, the sketch session took place at the Santa Barbara Mission. 

The AFSB Gallery will feature drawings selected for the KDA 2025 Calendar and will be on display until January 4, 2025. 

The 2025 Calendars will be available for purchase at the gallery opening, the AFSB office and local bookstores.

Announcement drawing by Aishani Mishra, age 11.

Kids Draw Architecture 2024 Sketch Session at Old Mission Santa Barbara – Sunday May 19, 1-3 p.m.

New Date: Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) Sketch Session at the Old Mission Santa Barbara

Sunday May 19, 2024

Join us for on May 19th from 1-3pm at the Old Mission Santa Barbara on 2201 Laguna Street to draw with local architects and artists, materials provided! We will also be accepting mailed in drawings of the Old Mission Santa Barbara through June 21, 2024. See additional information below.  

Kids Draw Architecture Gallery Opening and Holiday Party

Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) Gallery Opening and Holiday Party

Gallery Opening, Sunday Nov. 13, 2022 1-3pm
The Architectural Foundation Gallery

The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce Kids Draw Architecture Gallery Opening and Holiday Party on Sunday, November 13 from 1pm to 3pm.

Kids Draw Architecture (KDA) program is designed to help the participants learn about architecture and the skill of drawing. This year, the sketch session took place on the lawn of the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. 

The AFSB Gallery will feature drawings selected for the KDA 2023 calendar and will be on display until January 4, 2023. 

The 2023 calendars will be available for purchase at the gallery opening, the AFSB office and local bookstores.

Announcement drawing by Chloe Gotsis, age 14