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Since 1979, SOMArts has leveraged the power of art as a tool for social change in the San Francisco/Bay Area

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Artists Live Here: Community Convening Join artists, organizers, funders, and community members in an urgent conversation about the future of arts in San Francisco.

Artists Live Here: Community Convening @ SOMArts
Fri., Feb. 13, 4–8 PM

Join artists, organizers, funders, and community members in an urgent conversation about the future of arts in San Francisco

RSVP: artistslivehere.eventbrite.com

05.02.2026 00:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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DΓ­a de Los Muertos 2025: We Love You opening reception and exhibition unveiling tickets are now live πŸ•―οΈ Friday, October 10, 6–9 PM PST

Get tickets:
weloveyouopening.eventbrite.com

15.09.2025 18:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside The City’s must-see fall art exhibitions Fall means summer weather in San Francisco, and galleries are bringing the heat.

San Francisco Examiner included our 2025 Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition as part of their Fall must-see exhibitions!

www.sfexaminer.com/culture/muse...

15.09.2025 18:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 Murphy & Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition Free, all ages opening reception and awards ceremony celebrating the 2025 awardees, produced in partnership with San Francisco Foundation

SFF is proud to partner with @somarts.bsky.social to present the 2025 Murphy and Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition, a focused look at the future of the Bay Area visual arts.

Exhibition Dates: 11/7–12/7, 2025
Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony: 11/6

RSVP Now:

02.09.2025 16:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We are so grateful to everyone involved in Fur-ever & Always and the community who helped amplify the fundraiser ❀️

For Ticketholders:
If you purchased a ticket, you will receive a full refund via Eventbrite.

03.06.2025 00:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ•―οΈ Call for Artists πŸ•―οΈ
DΓ­a de Los Muertos 2025: We Love You
Curated by Rio YaΓ±ez and Bridgett Rex
Submit your proposal by May 29, 11:59 PM PST

View the full curator's statement and application:
somarts.org/opportunity/...

05.05.2025 18:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🐾 Calling all pet lovers! πŸΎβ€¨
Fur-ever & Always: Pet Portrait Party
Saturday, June 7, 12–5 PM PST

Get a custom portrait of your beloved furry, feathered, or scaly friend, created by a local artist while supporting SOMArts!

Learn more & snag your tickets: fureverandalways.eventbrite.com

05.05.2025 18:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Doors open at 9PM for tonight's BODY HIGH featuring DJ Lady Ryan, VARSHA, and Blu Moon!

Get your tickets ➑️ bodyhigh.eventbrite.com

12.04.2025 02:24 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌟Attention MFA Students🌟
Apply for the 2025 Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships, deadline April 21, 11:59 PM PST!

Read the eligibility requirements and apply:
somarts.org/murphycadogan

08.04.2025 00:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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From the River to the Bay Calls for Art as Resistance While other Bay Area spaces have silenced Palestinian artists or remained silent themselves, a show at SOMArts Cultural Center asks visitors to take a stand.

We're grateful for this exhibition review of "From the River to the Bay" by Max Blue for Hyperallergic.

Read the story:
hyperallergic.com/999130/from-...

01.04.2025 17:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Get your tickets for BODYHIGH, April 11, 9PM for an electrifying night of house music with DJ Lady Ryan, VARSHA, and Blu Moon πŸŒ™Tickets sliding scale, 18+

Learn more and get your tickets ➑️ bodyhigh.eventbrite.com

28.03.2025 00:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The application for the 2025 Murphy Award and Cadogan Scholarships for MFA students are now open!

Read more and apply: somarts.org/murphycadogan

25.03.2025 00:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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"From the River to the Bay" Closing Reception
Thursday, March 27, 6–9 PM PST
Featuring performances by A-1, Lara Aburamadan, and The Shadow Band

RSVP today: rivertothebayclosing.eventbrite.com

13.03.2025 17:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet artist Daniela Tinoco, whose work is currently on view in SOMArts' Ramp Gallery through March 30!

To learn more about her Ramp Gallery show, visit: somarts.org/exhibition/d...

04.03.2025 20:44 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Muralist Chris Gazaleh Curates a Palestinian Solidarity Show at SOMArts β€˜From River to the Bay’ is a rare high-profile exhibit that voices support for the people of Gaza.

β€œWe’re going to make art no matter what. We’re going to keep living no matter what." -Chris Gazaleh for @kqedarts.bsky.social

Read the article below:
www.kqed.org/arts/1397138...

06.02.2025 00:58 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Gallery Hours:
Thursday, 3:00–7:00 PM
Friday, 12:00–7:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday, 12:00–5:00 PM

31.01.2025 22:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

✨On view at SOMArts through March 30✨
MAIN GALLERY: From the River to the Bay, curated by Chris Gazaleh

RAMP GALLERY: Herramientas Nacionales β€” National Tools, solo exhibition by Daniela Tinoco

31.01.2025 22:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0