Housed in the Pamela and John Story Gallery, the museum's current collection of 2,500 art, architecture and design books serve as a public reference source.

In 2016 the Museum Store opened, specializing in uniquely designed products made by local artists as well as international gifts of all kinds.

[4] On May 18, 2022, the National Labor Relations Board overruled an objection raised by the museum, deciding in the workers' favor and ordering an election.

The museum has exhibited the works of the likes of Richard Diebenkorn, Phillip K Smith III,[7] Eleanor Coppola, David Hockney, Dario Robleto, Torolab and Nao Bustamante,[8] Sandow Birk, Harry Callahan, Auguste Rodin, David Best, Mark di Suvero, and Jack Lenor Larsen.

With a goal to educate and challenge visitors views of fashion, sustainability, and the green lifestyle, the exhibit showcases the clothing designs and their production methods.

From November 2010 until February 2011 SVMA hosted a solo exhibition conceived by and about San Francisco kinetic artist Fletcher Benton.

The exhibition, curated by Kate Eilersten, explored Benton's inspirations, creation process and the tools he utilizes to create his sculptures.

"[12] Dia de los Muertos has in the past been celebrated, with the museum working with Sonoma Valley's large Latino population to host artistic and educational events.

The museum has in the past hosted an after-hours mixer called MIX, featuring local musicians, cocktails and special activities related to SVMA's current exhibitions, all geared towards adult patrons.