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Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain — Now Open at OMCA! July 18, 2025

The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) proudly announces the opening of Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain, a powerful new exhibition …

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The Port Chicago 50: A Story of Tragedy, Resistance, and Change July 01, 2025

During World War II, California was a vital hub for wartime industries, especially shipbuilding and aviation. One critical site was …

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Helen Nestor: A Life in Focus, A World in Transition June 02, 2025

Born in San Mateo, California, on March 8, 1924, Nestor’s journey into photography was shaped by but certainly not precluded …

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Celebrate Mom with a visit to OMCA May 07, 2025

This Mother’s Day, treat the mother figure in your life—or yourself—to a special day at the Museum! Stroll through our …

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75 Years of Wonder: Fairyland’s Legacy Comes to Life at OMCA May 02, 2025

Oakland is a city rich in stories—and some of its most enduring have been told behind a whimsical set of …

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Ancestral Visions: An Installation by Chelsea Ryoko Wong at OMCA April 29, 2025

Fashion, family histories, and personal identity intersect in a new installation at OMCA by Bay Area artist Chelsea Ryoko Wong. …

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