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Member Tours: Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain Curator Walkthrough

Member Tours: Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain Curator Walkthrough

September 13 from 12:00 pm 1:00 pm

Free for Members

Join OMCA’s Associate Curator of History, Dania Talley, for a walkthrough of Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain. Talley will share insights and stories behind this exciting must-see exhibition, which documents and honors how Black communities have creatively resisted displacement and continue to shape spaces of belonging in the East Bay.

Please note that spaces are limited. A sign-up sheet will be available at the Ticketing Desk when checking in. Arrive early to grab your spot!

Facilitator

Dania Talley is an experienced archaeologist with a Master of Arts in Historical Archaeology from the University of Massachusetts Boston and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Sociology from the University of Nevada, Reno. Her professional background includes extensive work in collections management and public history, with a particular emphasis on African American and Native American cultural heritage. As the Associate Curator of History at the Oakland Museum of California, Dania leads the development of exhibition concepts and gallery installations, oversees the stewardship of cultural collections, and engages with community partners, including the Museum’s Native Advisory Council. She plays a central role in research, documentation, and advancing inclusive, community-centered curatorial strategies.

Accessibility

Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) is committed to providing programs that are accessible, welcoming, and inclusive of our community. Wheelchairs, sensory inclusive devices, and additional amenities are available for checkout on a first come, first served basis at the Ticketing Desk. To request other accommodations, like American Sign Language (ASL), Cantonese, Spanish or another language interpreter, please email [email protected] at least three weeks before the event. Learn more about our accessibility options.