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Begin your philanthropic journey with OMCA by joining our community of Members. Your 100% tax deductible membership affirms your belief that OMCA is a civic anchor for Oakland and the entire Bay Area while offering you free admission, invitations to previews, onsite discounts, and much more.

Give the gift of membership to someone who has made an impact on your life.

Questions about Membership? Contact us at [email protected] or leave us a message at 510-318-8520.

Are you a student or an educator? Discounted memberships are available onsite with verification.

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Admission & Program Tickets

– Free admission for children under 18 in the household
– Member preview invitations
– Early access and/or discounted program tickets

Discounts

– OMCA Shop
– Town Fare Cafe*
– Discounted parking at OMCA garage (exclusions apply)

*OMCA Membership benefits and pricing are subject to change. Town Fare Café Member discounts do not apply to special events sponsored by Town Fare, unless clearly advertised.

Bonus Benefit

– Surprise free weekends at Bay Area museums

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Invest in OMCA, strengthen your connection to the rich and complex history of California, and become a part of our vibrant community. 

Your support provides vital resources that turn OMCA’s bold mission into a reality. With your gift, together we will inspire visitors of every age to understand California’s past in order to contribute to a more sustainable future.

For questions or support, please call 510-318-8516 or email [email protected]

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member tours

Member Tours take a deeper dive into OMCA’s gallery content with focused topics and special guests. Members can participate every second Saturday from noon to 1 pm for a close look at OMCA’s exhibitions. No reservation necessary. Please see below for current Member Tours offerings.

Upcoming member events

Member Tours: Gilda Posada – Curator for Calli: The Art of Xicanx Peoples

Join OMCA curator Gilda Posada Saturday, October 12,  as she takes you through a tour of the exhibition, Calli: The Art of Xicanx Peoples. Gilda will share insights, inspirations and stories behind the exhibition and answer your most pressing questions about this groundbreaking show.

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Spotlight Sundays: Buffalo Soldiers and the Philippine American War—A Multimedia Experience

In honor of Filipino American History Month, join us for a moving multimedia experience highlighting stories of African American soldiers and Filipinos during the Philippine–American War. Developed by John Calloway, this artistic showcase combines live music, Indigenous dance, and spoken word to narrate powerful depictions of this history and the fight for freedom. The program will be emceed by Mario Nomi from the Oakland based Filipino Advocates for Justice. 

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