The Luminesce Ball photo courtesy of Randy Lucina, 2025.
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.
Exhibitions
Angela Zamora at The Ramp Gallery
April 16, 2026 -
April 28, 2026
Featured image: EZ About the Exhibition Luchita Rooted in the nostalgic understanding of Mexican-American identity, as well as the significance of primary sculptural material: Tamale Corn husk. As a multidisciplinary artist Angela strives to blend sculpture, stop-motion, and performance into practice. She creates sculptural worlds that tell stories linked [...]
Lineages of Organizing: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center at 30
In 1996, facing dwindling resources, five San Francisco Asian American arts organizations (Asian American Dance Performances, First Voice, Asian Improv Arts, the Asian American Theater Company, and Kearny Street Workshop) banded together to form the Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center (APICC). In the words of this year’s United States of Asian America Festival theme, [...]
Upcoming Events
Lineages of Organizing: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center Opening Reception & USAAF 2026 Kick Off
April 23 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for the exhibition opening of Lineages of Organizing: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center at 30, curated by Colin Choy Kimzey. This event marks the celebration of three decades of cultural resilience and community organizing by APICC, showcasing the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian Pacific Islander community. Look forward to [...]
Lineages of Organizing Community Archiving Day
When history rhymes, the archive can be an oracle. Learn how to work with archives and help us preserve Asian American art history in this hand-on workshop. Bring your own photos, flyers, and ephemera from APICC events to digitize alongside our existing holdings. Together, we make history! Image credit: Bob Hsiang, [...]
Lineages of Organizing: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center at 30 Closing Ceremony
May 24 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for the exhibition closing of Lineages of Organizing: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center at 30, curated by Colin Choy Kimzey. This event marks the celebration of three decades of cultural resilience and community organizing by APICC, showcasing the rich heritage and contributions of the Asian Pacific Islander community. Look forward to [...]
