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We are thrilled to announce that we’ve received a $1.5 million grant from Google.org in support of “Ruth Asawa: Retrospective,” the first posthumous retrospective of the groundbreaking work of Ruth Asawa. It will provide critical funding to support community initiatives and programs around the exhibition, including: - Drawn Together, an event series in collaboration with Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, which will focus on radical creativity as a tool for change - A community garden, cultivated through the exhibition’s run - An on-site storytelling booth where you can listen to and record stories about Asawa’s impact Read about what else is in store and join us in celebrating Ruth Asawa’s legacy. "Ruth Asawa: Retrospective" opens April 5! https://bit.ly/4ksN7vW

? At Art Bash, every road leads to a once-in-a-lifetime outcome. On April 23, step into a world where art and music fuse, every corner holds a surprise, and the line between reality and imagination blurs. Here's a small peek at what's to come: ?? Artist activations by local Bay Area artists Masako Miki and Jeffrey Sincich ?? Live musical acts presented in part by Stern Grove Festival ?? A unique dinner experience designed by painter and sculptor Firelei Báez Art Bash raises over $2 million annually to fuel SFMOMA’s mission of making art accessible to all. Every ticket purchase helps fund the museum’s much-loved education and family programs and community engagement events benefiting over 150,000 people every year. Get tickets now: https://lnkd.in/gw-QJU5g #SFMOMA #SFMOMAArtBash #BayArea #SFEvents

From concept to creation??? ??Go behind the scenes with artist Kara Walker as she reveals the origins of her inspiration for "Fortuna and the Immortality Garden (Machine)" and the hand labor behind her powerful SFMOMA commission. ?? Floor 1 and free to see! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gZYDasuM? #KaraWalker #BehindTheScenes #SFMOMA #ArtMuseum

If you know San Francisco, you know Ruth Asawa! Happy Ruth Asawa Day! In 1982, San Francisco declared February 12 to be Ruth Asawa Day in honor of her work as an artist and advocate for arts education in the city. Opening on April 5, "Ruth Asawa: Retrospective" will present the full range of the artist’s groundbreaking practice, offering an in-depth look at more than 300 works that span her six-decade career—including her iconic wire sculptures, paintings, works in clay, and rarely seen works. We invite you to discover Asawa’s resilience and creativity, from her childhood to her career in San Francisco, where she became a symbol of innovation and community. Learn more about the exhibition: bit.ly/4hTMUQq Artwork ? 2025 Ruth Asawa Lanier, Inc./Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Courtesy David Zwirner #RuthAsawa #Retrospective #Sculpture #SanFrancisco #SF #BayArea

The 2024 SECA Exhibition is now open and free to explore! Let’s dive in by getting to know one of our featured artists, Rupy C. Tut. ??? For SECA, Tut explores the relationship between dreams & memories, connecting her identity with the past and future. Don’t miss this thoughtful exhibition! ?? Learn more: https://bit.ly/41G1eqS ? #ArtMuseum #LocalArtists #BayArea #FreeActivity #SF

Thank you to everyone who attended the FOG Design+Art Preview Gala last night! ?? Our favorite part: Proceeds from the event benefit the museum's education and family programs ?? From now until Sunday, explore the work of some of the most innovative contributors to the worlds of design and visual arts. The fair will showcase a dynamic selection of leading galleries, artists, and designers, celebrating the intersection of art, design, and innovation. Hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gXig5ua Photos: Drew Altizer Photography #FogFair2025 #SanFrancisco #BayArea

We turn 90 years old today! ?? The San Francisco Museum of Art was founded #OnThisDay in 1935 at the War Memorial Veterans Building. Since then, we've brought 3,800 exhibitions to the Bay Area and beyond. Thank you for being a part of our story throughout the years and for loving art as much as we do ?? #Museum #ArtMuseum #Birthday #SanFrancisco #SFMOMA #BayArea

The 2024 SECA Exhibition is open and free to explore! ??? Meet Angela Hennessy, an Oakland-based artist whose sculptures and installations reflect themes of care, resilience, and mortality through domestic gestures like washing and braiding. For SECA, Hennessy created a memorial wreath installation, inspired by James Van Der Zee’s "The Harlem Book of the Dead." Don’t miss this powerful tribute to history and memory. Learn more about Hennessy and the rest of our 2024 SECA artists: https://bit.ly/41G1eqS #FreeActivity #ArtMuseum #BayAreaArt

Join us next Thursday, Jan 16 at 6 p.m. for a dynamic panel of trailblazers whose work spans athletics, design, education, and art. The conversation will include soccer icon Brandi Chastain, Olympian and artist Savanah Leaf, Golden State Valkyries General Manager Ohemaa Nyanin, and renowned footwear designer and educator Cheresse Thornhill-Goldson, M.S. Together, they’ll explore how they are driving change, challenging assumptions, and paving the way for the next generation of athletes, designers, and creatives. The conversation will be moderated by San Francisco Chronicle sports columnist and author Ann Killion. Don’t miss this inspiring exchange of stories, insights, and ideas. RSVP for the free event below ?? https://lnkd.in/gHU4__MQ

The 2024 SECA Exhibition is now open and free to explore! Let’s dive in by getting to know one of our featured artists, Rose D’Amato. ??? For SECA, D'Amato put together a few large-scale paintings and created an installation inside her 1955 Chevy panel truck. Each painting represents multiple signs, giving the viewer an impression of moving through a location. Learn more about D’Amato and the rest of our 2024 SECA artists: https://bit.ly/41G1eqS? #ArtMuseum #LocalArtists #BayArea #FreeActivity #SF