Sat December 13th Open 11 AM–5 PM
Exhibitions
Bay Area Then
Presented by YBCA
August 1, 2025–January 25, 2026
“Bay Area Then” showcases work by 21 artists who forged a new creative legacy for the Bay Area in the 1990s—including Barry McGee, Alicia McCarthy, Chris Johanson, and Margaret Kilgallen.
Exhibitions
Bay Area Then
Presented by YBCA
“Bay Area Then” showcases work by 21 artists who forged a new creative legacy for the Bay Area in the 1990s—including Barry McGee, Alicia McCarthy, Chris Johanson, and Margaret Kilgallen.
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Exhibitions
MAKIBAKA: A Living Legacy
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in collaboration with YBCA
Celebrating the culture, contributions, and presence of the Filipino community in the South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood and Bay Area.
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Public Programs
Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series
Presented by YBCA
A midday poetry and spoken word reading by Bay Area poets Eeshan Kumar, Micah Ballard, and Evan Kennedy.
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Festival
23nd Annual Parol Lantern Festival
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in partnership with YBCA
This festival continues the tradition of the parol lantern–a quintessential Filipino symbol of hope, peace, and community during the holiday season.
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The Grand Lobby & Forum, YBCA
Tickets: Free and open to the public
Public Programs
Bay Area Then Artist and Curator Panel
Presented by YBCA
A candid conversation between Bay Area Then participating artists Nao Bustamante, Bill Daniel, Johanna Jackson moderated by curator Eungie Joo.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Sanctuary City Print Shop
Presented by YBCA
Join artists Sergio De La Torre and Chris Treggiari for a print-making workshop as part of their ongoing Sanctuary City Project.
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Dance
The Christmas Ballet
Presented by Smuin Contemporary Ballet
The tradition returns to spread holiday magic.
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Tours
Curator-Led Tour of MAKIBAKA: A Living Legacy
Presented by SOMA Pilipinas in collaboration with YBCA
Join curator Trisha Lagaso Goldberg for this unique opportunity to learn more.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Mask-Making
Presented by YBCA
Explore the cathartic nature of clay, and learn how to create sculptural details and textures.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Yarn Weaving
Presented by YBCA
Learn how to create a basic weaving with yarn. Explore vibrant colors and dynamic lines.
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Public Programs
Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series
Presented by YBCA
A midday poetry and spoken word reading by Bay Area poets Kevin Dublin, Magick Altman and Tongo Eisen-Martin.
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Exhibitions
The Prince of Homburg: A Solo Exhibition by P. Staff
Presented by YBCA
Exploring freedom, repression, desire, and the queer body through prints, sculpture, and a dream-like video installation.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Cityscape Diorama
Presented YBCA
Build an imaginative diorama inspired by your own city or neighborhood. Explore shapes, textures, and reference your favorite places to visit.
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Tours
Yerba Buena Museum Day: The Prince of Homburg Artist-led Tour
Presented by YBCA
Curator Jeanne Gerrity and artist P. Staff will lead visitors through the exhibition, offering insight into the work’s themes, process, and relevance today.
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Events
The Prince of Homburg Opening Celebration
Presented by YBCA
An evening celebration marking the U.S. premiere of this major solo exhibition by internationally acclaimed artist P. Staff.
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Performances
End Point | Open Time: Liss Fain Dance
Presented by YBCA
An immersive multi-sensory performance installation that draws you into a world of movement, light, sound and shifting space.
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Panel Discussion
The Body as a Site of Resistance
Presented by YBCA
A Panel Discussion with P. Staff, Mel Y. Chen, and Mara Hassan, moderated by Jeanne Gerrity. Followed by an artist-led tour of The Prince of Homburg.
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Workshops
Sanctuary City Print Shop
Presented by YBCA
Sanctuary City Project will collaborate with Refugee and Immigrant Transitions to design, print, and sell 100 tote bags emblazoned with the message “I AM AN IMMIGRANT.” Proceeds will directly support RIT.
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Workshops
Free Art Workshop: Watercolor Resist Painting
Presented by YBCA
Learn how to paint with watercolor using resist techniques. Explore the expressive and dreamlike nature of watercolor washes.
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Public Art
Sanctuary City Project
Sergio De La Torre & Chris Treggiari
Sanctuary City Project is an ongoing public art and printmaking initiative that asks urgent questions about immigration, citizenship, and who gets to feel safe.
+ Read more2012–Ongoing
Street poles surrounding the YBCA campus; Galleries, YBCA
Public Art
SoMa Mahal Kita (SoMa I Love You)
Ciriaco Sayoc
A message of love for the SoMa neighborhood and community, inspired by weaving practices in the Phillipines and the colors of the Filipino flag.
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Vestibule Banner, YBCA
Public Art
What is Legacy Without Liberation?
Malaya Tuyay
This mural is an altar offered to the SoMa community that invites passerby to honor their loved ones who have passed while commemorating community stories.
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Third Street Wavy Wall, YBCA
Public Art
We fly for a liberated we, we rooted in flight
Lukaza Branfman-Verissimo
A public artwork inviting passerbyers to join in the journey of collective flight
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Third Street Exterior, YBCA
2022-ongoing
Mission Street at Geneva Ave., Excelsior Ave. and Onoganda Ave., San Francisco
Public Art
Peace in the Middle East
Taravat Talepasand
This work refers to the translation of the word “peace” in Farsi “صلح” sculpted with neon.
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Grand Lobby, YBCA
Public Art
Dream
Ana Teresa Fernández
A public art installation commissioned by YBCA and co-sponsored by San Francisco Public Works.
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Bernal Hill, San Francisco
