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By the People, For the People: A Black Panther Party Celebration
Saturday, June 14 | 12 - 4 pm
Explore the enduring legacy of the Black Panther Party at a powerful community event marking the grand opening of the new exhibit "Revolutionary Grain: Celebrating the Spirit of the Black Panthers in Portraits and Stories."
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Presentations by Emory Douglas, Social Justice Artist and former Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party, and Revolutionary Grain photographer Susanna Lamaina
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Panel discussion with former Black Panther Party members Billy X Jennings, Ericka Huggins, Malik Edwards, and Gayle “Asali” Dickson
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Live music by Bob Jones and the Chosen Few & DJ Abs1er
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Line dancing with Tina B. and the Sacramento Soul Line Dancers
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Food & drinks for purchase from Soul Ona Roll and Urban Roots Brewery
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Family-friendly games and crafts, including postcard making and temporary tattoos
Tickets are on sale now for $8 and advance registration is recommended. Free for Museum members and children 12 and under.
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"Mission Gráfica: Reflecting a Community in Print"
On View June 8 - September 14, 2025
Experience four decades of powerful activist printmaking in Mission Gráfica: Reflecting a Community in Print, a striking exhibition that showcases the rich legacy of Mission Gráfica, a renowned community print center in San Francisco. Featuring 42 vibrant screenprints from influential artists such as Carmen Lomas Garza, Rupert Garcia, and Favianna Rodriguez, the exhibit explores themes of cultural celebration, political resistance, and social justice—from gentrification and gender equality to international solidarity.
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18th Annual California Hall of Fame
Artifact Exhibition
On View May 24
Debuting May 24 in a freshly redesigned space, the 18th Annual California Hall of Fame exhibit celebrates the first all-women class of Hall of Fame inductees. Explore memorabilia and photos of Julia Child, Tina Turner, Vicki Manalo Draves, Ina Donna Coolbrith, Mitsuye Endo, Dian Fossey, and Alice Piper.
Co-curated with inductee representatives, the exhibit brings inductees’ stories to life in an immersive new space—even featuring some items from their personal collections!
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Honor, Recognition & Respect:
48-Star Flag Gifting Ceremony
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 11 am - 12 pm
Join us for a special 48-Star Flag Gifting Ceremony and pay tribute to the resilience and legacy of Japanese Americans who experienced incarceration. Signed by camp survivors and Nisei veterans, this powerful artifact has traveled across the country and will now join the “Uprooted: An American Story” exhibit.
The ceremony will include a brief video screening, followed by remarks from leaders of the 48-Star Flag Signing Project and camp survivors. Light refreshments provided.
This FREE event is open to all. RSVP via email by Tuesday, May 13: rsvp@californiamuseum.org
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Exclusive Member Event
Book Talk with Author Erin Lee Gafill
& Private Governor's Mansion Tour
Saturday April 18, 2025
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Last month, our members celebrated the life and legacy of California artist Jane Gallatin Powers with a special members-only event at the historic Governor’s Mansion—Jane's childhood home!
Author and artist Erin Lee Gafill, Jane’s great-great-granddaughter, shared stories from her book, "Jane Gallatin Powers: A California Modernist," bringing Jane’s creative spirit to life. Members enjoyed an intimate talk, a book signing, and a tour of the Mansion. Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring this trailblazing woman artist!
Become a member for insider access to events like this—and trust us, you won’t want to miss what’s coming next.
Learn more or join today at californiamuseum.org/membership
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Thank you for helping us meet our goal for Big Day of Giving
Thanks to your incredible support, we met our $23,000 goal for Big Day of Giving! We will be offering a free admission day later this year to celebrate!
On behalf of the California Museum Board and staff, thank you for contributing and making a lasting impact!
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Make Fall Learning Fun: Now Booking Field Trips for Fall 2025
Get a head start on a season of discovery! The California Museum is now booking fall field trips designed to inspire and educate students about California’s rich and diverse history and culture. Choose a unique in-person or virtual experience aligned with state standards, including History–Social Science, Common Core ELA, Civics, and Ethnic Studies. Reserve your spot this spring and get ready to make fall learning fun!
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Stop by the Museum Store for Mother's Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is just around the corner—and the Museum Store has you covered! From books and tote bags to beautiful keepsakes, explore unique finds to help celebrate the incredible women who shape your life.
Swing by the store during Museum hours—no admission required—to find the perfect gift!
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The Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm
and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm.
Admission for Museum members is always free!
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