Thursday After Hours

This Thursday the Gallery of California History will come alive with can’t-miss pop-up performances by Diana Gameros (voice and guitar) accompanied by Patrick Wolff (clarinet and tenor sax) as they play original songs and tunes from Mexico and beyond. In between performances, OMCA’s award-winning galleries, along with Town Fare Café, will be open for guests to explore and enjoy delectable bites, beverages, and music by DJ DiVita.

Bring your sketch pads and appetites to kick off the second season of Thursday After Hours at OMCA. Mix and mingle over music by DJ DiVita and delightful cocktails prepared in OMCA’s Town Fare Café. After bites and beverages, head over to the Gallery of California History for uninstructed live figure drawing sessions hosted by Sketchboard Co.

This Thursday, the Great Hall—home to OMCA’s current special exhibition Born of the Bear Dance: Dugan Aguilar’s Photographs of Native California—will come alive with can’t-miss pop-up performances by Lyla June. With her soulful, textured, and multi-genre sound, Lyla June’s music powerfully amplifies the voices of Indigenous Peoples while inspiring audiences of all walks of life to forge a deeper connection to themselves and the earth. In between her captivating performances, guests can explore OMCA’s award-winning galleries or relax at Town Fare Café with delicious bites, beverages, and music by DJ DiVita.

Bring your sketch pads and appetites to another Thursday After Hours at OMCA. Mix and mingle over music by DJ DiVita and delightful cocktails prepared in OMCA’s Town Fare Café. After bites and beverages, head over to the Gallery of California History for uninstructed live figure drawing sessions hosted by Sketchboard Co.

This Thursday, join us at the Gallery of California Natural Sciences for an unforgettable evening featuring intimate performances by August Lee Stevens. This Bay Area-based singer-songwriter will be joined by her talented friends as they perform songs from her critically acclaimed debut EP, Better Places, along with a special preview of her upcoming music. Known for her unique blend of folk, neo-soul, and powerful storytelling, August’s dynamic sound will fill the gallery with both raw emotion and rich melodies. In between performances, you can explore OMCA’s award-winning galleries, enjoy delectable bites and beverages from Town Fare Café, and vibe to music curated by DJ DiVita.