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Our War Too: Women in Service Exhibit

Arrives at the Museum on February 4

Coming to the California Museum February 4, 2025, "Our War Too: Women in Service" is a groundbreaking exhibit from the National World War II Museum honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve during World War II.

Explore over 200 unique artifacts, immersive projections, narrative films, and learn about the often-overlooked contributions of servicewomen, including the inspiring 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion—the all-Black, all-female unit featured in the recent Netflix film Six Triple Eight.

Don’t miss this powerful tribute to the women who reshaped history.

Visit "Our War Too" and experience their incredible stories firsthand.

Exhibits

LAST CHANCE: ¡Pleibol! In the Barrios and the Big Leagues On View Through January 19, 2025

¡Pleibol! In the Barrios and the Big Leagues takes audiences on a journey into the heart of American baseball to understand how generations of Latinas/os have helped make the game what it is today. Their inspirational stories gesture toward larger themes in American history that connect us all, on and off the diamond.

Don't miss your last chance to see this Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition, on view through January 19, 2025.

Kamala Harris: The First But Not The Last

Opens January 21 in Women Inspire

Explore the life and career of Vice President Kamala Harris up to her election as the United States’ first woman, first African American, and first Indian American vice president. “Kamala Harris: The First But Not The Last” is a new addition to the ongoing exhibit “Women Inspire.”

Events

Northern California Time of Remembrance (NCTOR): Black Reparations/Reparative Justice Saturday, February 8 from 1-3 pm

In observance of the 83^rd anniversary of Executive Order 9066, which led to the incarceration of 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II, the Northern California Time of Remembrance (NCTOR) committee will host its annual Day of Remembrance program on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

This year’s event, “Black Reparations/Reparative Justice,” features discussions with Dr. Cheryl Grills and Don Tamaki. Click the link below to learn more or purchase tickets.

Watch the Virtual Induction Ceremony of the

18th Class of the California Hall of Fame

On Thursday, December 19, Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom inducted the 18th class of the California Hall of Fame in a virtual ceremony at the California Museum. This all-women posthumous class is made up of trailblazers in public service, sports, music, and more.

View the induction ceremony at the link below, and check out the tribute videos here.

Event Recap

"KLAMATH UNBOUND"

A HISTORIC RIVER RESTORATION

On Saturday, December 7, we celebrated the monumental restoration of the Klamath River—the largest dam removal project in U.S. history! The day was filled with powerful discussions, inspiring films, traditional basketweaving, and performances honoring the cultural and ecological significance of the Klamath.

Highlights included screenings of "Undammed" & "River of Renewal," discussions with Native leaders, ecologists & advocates, a "River of Renewal" book talk & signing, and musical performances by the K’iwinya’n-ya:n Singers and Jack Kohler & family.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this celebration of resilience, culture, and restoration of the Klamath River!

If you're interested in exclusive perks and early access to cultural events like "Klamath Unbound," consider becoming a California Museum member!

Museum Updates

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and Sunday from 12 pm to 5 pm.

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