SOMARTS IS…a place where artists, communities, and new futures are made.

After 40+ years of free and low-cost arts access, recent funding cuts put this work at risk. Help us raise $90,000 to keep our doors open and our creative ecosystem thriving.

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Welcome

To SOMARTS

SOMArts Cultural Center is a beloved San Francisco organization that harnesses the power of art as a catalyst for collective liberation and social transformation. As a cross-cultural, community-rooted space, SOMArts works toward creating a more equitable arts and culture sector by providing affordable and accessible exhibitions and public events for all.

  • Angela Zamora at The Ramp Gallery

What’s On

See what’s on and learn more about SOMArts’ upcoming and current exhibitions, public events, and programs from emerging Bay Area artists and curators

Upcoming Events

  • Transcestors before us and our queerly departed fill us with their spirit of resistance. This Pride season, let us be the soundtrack for your joy, your desire, your righteous rage, and your ultimate release. Enter RHYTHMS of RESISTANCE, an accessible queer dance party inspired by the historical solidarity between Bay Area Black,  AAPI, and [...]

  • RHYTHMS OF RESISTANCE: Queer Dance Party Celebrating Black & API Solidarity
  • SOMArts Hosts “Artists Live Here: Community Convening” to Mobilize San Francisco Creatives

News & Press

Check out newsworthy headlines about SOMArts, press releases, and organizational announcements. Read through our press archive to learn about previous exhibitions and events.

Support

SOMArts’ affordable and accessible programs and exhibitions are made possible through our community’s generosity. Make a one time or recurring donation today!

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Are We Up To?

Check out our programming for more exciting opportunities to participate. Want to join the team, check out volunteer opportunities, learn about our event rental program, book an event, or explore our archive?