Gallery Chats at OMCA

Gallery Chats puts a twist on the traditional museum tour by encouraging meaningful conversations and fresh interpretations of the artwork, artifacts, and stories in OMCA’s galleries. This informal drop-in experience is an opportunity for visitors to share their personal reflections with and ask questions of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteer facilitators.

Visitors can find Gallery Chatters—wearing their blue “Let’s Chat” shirts—and floating between OMCA’s Galleries of California Art, History, Natural Science, and the Great Hall during Friday Nights  (April-Oct), ThursDates (Jan-March), and our community celebrations, including Lunar New Year, Día de los Muertos, and Juneteenth (hours vary).

Whether you’re curious about something on view or excited to reflect on your own experiences, Gallery Chatters are here to help spark conversation and connection. Your stories matter at OMCA—just say hello to start exploring together.

OMCA Members have access to special Member Tours every second Saturday of the month from noon to 1 pm.

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.