Back to All Events

Calli Exhibit Tour in Oakland

  • Oakland Museum of California 1000 Oak Street Oakland, CA, 94607 United States (map)

Join our San Francisco Bay group for an enriching and immersive experience at the Oakland Museum of California. Dive into "Calli: The Art of Xicanx Peoples," an exhibit showcasing intergenerational, feminist, queer, and Xicanx-Indigenous artworks that celebrate ancestral forms of liberation, healing, and being. This event is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow queer professionals while exploring thought-provoking art installations, sculptures, paintings, photography, and poetry that honor the rich stories and cultural heritage of Xicanx peoples across California.

Purchase Your Ticket With Build Out

The cost of admission is $16 before fees, and must be purchased through Build Out Alliance prior to the event.

 

What To Expect

  • Exclusive Art Exploration :: Gain unique insights into the "Calli" exhibit with a group of like-minded individuals, exploring diverse and powerful artworks that challenge and inspire.

  • Community Connection :: Network and build relationships with queer professionals from the Bay Area in a welcoming and inclusive environment, while exploring empowerment and advocacy through art.

  • Guided Experience :: Enjoy a structured visit with the group, beginning in OMCA's beautiful public garden before diving into the museum's galleries.

  • Cultural Enrichment :: Discover the essence of home, family, and lineage through the lens of Xicanx artists, experiencing their stories and cultural expressions.

About The Exhibit

“Calli,” derived from Nahuatl, signifies the essence of home, family, and lineage. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking original artworks, installations, sculpture, painting, photography, poetry, and more, that showcase and honor the stories of Xicanx peoples across California in this temporary “Xicanx home.”

 

Still have questions?

Please reach out to Colby Bott at cbott@buildoutalliance.org with questions or for more information.

 
Previous
Previous
August 22

Annual Game Night in New York City

Next
Next
September 12

Being Queer in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction