Best Arts and Culture Places in Dillon Beach

"The Museums of Sonoma County consist of the Art Museum of Sonoma County as well as the History Museum of Sonoma County, and you need to come here if you want to know more about the cultural and historical significance of this part of the United States. The Museums of Sonoma County are located inside a Post Office building that dates from the 1900s and is built in the Renaissance Revival style and there are over 25,000 items in the collections here such as paintings, drawings, ceramics, textiles, and photographs that tell the story of how Sonoma County grew from the 19th century until the present."

"Museum of Sonoma County is a family-friendly museum, ideal for visitors of all age group. It is located in Downtown Santa Rosa, exhibiting the rich regional history and showcasing the artwork of local artists. With two buildings, one sculpture garden and multiple art galleries, it successfully hosts over 20,000 visitors every year."

"Art-lovers: don’t miss Hess Collection, whose galleries display mixed-media and large-canvas works, including pieces by Francis Bacon and Robert Motherwell. In the elegant stone-walled tasting room, find well-known Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, but also try the Viognier. There's garden service in the warmer months, which is lovely, as Hess overlooks the valley. Make reservations and be prepared to drive a winding road. Bottles are $30 to $100. Public tour 10:30am."

"Art and Wine: Combine two of St. Helena’s specialities with a visit to HALL St. Helena. Founded by former U.S. Ambassador to Austria, Kathryn Hall, the winery specializes in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and modern art displays. Grab a glass and stroll through the indoor gallery, or step outside to wander between towering modern sculptures by some of today’s most renowned artists, including John Baldessari, Jim Campbell, Nick Cave, and Jaume Plensa."

"The Wine and Art Exploration experience at HALL features some of the most internationally acclaimed artwork and structures. With over 35 pieces of contemporary art, this 150 year old winery is really one of its kind. They also have a grand lawn area, perfect for relaxing with your glass of cab."

"St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Restaurant presents its guests with one-of-a-kind dining experience, including a six-course tasting menu alongside your choice of St. Francis’s wide selection of wine. As you indulge in some of the Winery & Restaurant’s delicacies, you’ll be able to enjoy the gorgeous view of Sonoma County and its vineyards. Visit St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Restaurant for an unforgettable experience."

"Prepare to gawk and giggle at the wacky Patrick Amiot sculptures gracing front yards along Florence Ave. Fashioned from recycled materials, a hot-rodding rat, a hectic waitress and a witch in midflight are a few of the oversized and demented lawn ornaments parading along the street. Keep an eye out and you'll notice more of these scattered throughout Sebastopol."

"Whatever the French equivalent of an Italian red sauce joint might be is defined by the old school pleasures of this long-standing Santa Rosa institution. Gen X-ers remember prom dinners there; Boomers, their first taste of beef Wellington. From veal dijonnaise to frog’s legs to coq au vin, La Gare has maintained its menu (and client base) for some 30 years by keeping a romantic menu heavy on shared “for two” meals that are irresistible and still excellent, even after all these years."

"La Gare French Restaurant is the ideal spot to enjoy authentic French cuisine. La Gare prides itself not only on its traditional flavors, but also for its use of local ingredients, and its eclectic wine selection. The French Restaurant is family-owned, and every meal is made from scratch everyday."

"Champagne, crepes, and the Eiffel Tower have always featured heavily in romance films, but you don’t have to travel to France to enjoy the French allure. The Girl and the Fig serves French delicacies right here for dinner in Sonoma. Their dreamy, open-air patio with draping curtains, fairy lights, and bohemian decor certainly adds to the experience."

"Outdoor: Open for takeout and outdoor dining Monday to Friday, noon to 9pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am to 9pm. Reservations are available. Girl and the Fig also has outdoor seating at their summer pop-up in the Sonoma Plaza, first come, first serve."

"Legendary chef John Ash is no longer affiliated with this restaurant, but his statement as the 'godfather of Wine Country cooking' is still felt through the recipes, supplemented by ingredients plucked from the culinary gardens next to 92 acres of vineyards. The setting is special occasion, with white tablecloths, ornate fabrics, and romantic lighting, but the food is approachable, such as Mary's brick chicken with creamed garden greens and rosemary-infused smashed potatoes, or sweet potato-Bellwether Farms ricotta gnocchi with garden kale, and shaved Achadinha Capricious cheese. Craving even more delicious food?"

"With a beautiful atmosphere and sublime American cuisine, John Ash & Co. never ceases to impress its guests. The restaurant is situated in Sonoma County’s Vintners Inn, which is in the middle of a vineyard. The classic interior decor complements its outdoor terrace, which boasts breathtaking views."