California Center for the Arts, Escondido | 1,016 followers on LinkedIn. A place for you to discover, create, and celebrate the arts! | At the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, we exist at the intersection of arts, culture, and community. Our mission is to serve as the cultural center of North County San Diego, bringing together our diverse community through the discovery, creation, and celebration of visual and performing arts. Situated on a dynamic campus, featuring a 1,523-seat Concert Hall, a 406-seat Center Theater, a visual arts museum, art and dance studios, and a conference center — we strive to be a gateway for artistic expression and cultural engagement.