Explore upcoming exhibitions, events, and public programs that amplify the works of emerging and mid-career artists in the San Francisco Bay Area. From exhibition openings to fundraisers and more, discover what’s on at SOMArts.
National Tools by Daniela Tinoco Solo Exhibition
January 14, 2025 -
March 30, 2025
Featured image: National Tools About the Exhibition Herramientas Nacionales — National Tools This work repurposes fragments from the 1950s and 1960s Golden Book Encyclopedia, originally made for children, and vintage U.S. corporate stock certificates—two artifacts that have shaped and spread the national historical narrative created by the United States. [...]
From the River to the Bay
January 31, 2025 -
March 30, 2025
Curated by Chris Gazaleh, From the River to the Bay is a multidisciplinary exhibition featuring the works of 11 Palestinian and solidarity artists. The exhibit delves into the Bay Area’s enduring legacy of social movements, affirming that everyone—from community organizers to studio artists—has a role in the struggle for freedom. Gallery Hours Thursday, 3:00–7:00 [...]
Upcoming Events
SOMArts presents Artist As Witness
January 25 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
SOMArts presents Artist As Witness, showcasing the works of filmmakers of color followed by an artist conversation moderated by A-lan Holt, Director of Stanford's Institute for Diversity in the Arts on Saturday, January 25, 7:30 PM PST. Hosted by Adrian L. Burrell with introductions by SOMArts’ Creative & Executive Director Maria Jenson and Jonathan [...]
From the River to the Bay Opening Reception
January 30 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us in celebrating the opening reception of From the River to the Bay, Thursday, January 30, 6–9 PM PST! Curated by Chris Gazaleh, a San Francisco-based Palestinian visual artist, musician, writer, organizer, and educator, this multidisciplinary exhibition features the works of 11 Palestinian and solidarity artists. The exhibit delves into the Bay Area’s enduring [...]
