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.

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Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series

Public Programs

Bay Area Then and Now Poetry Series

Presented by YBCA

A midday poetry and spoken word reading by Bay Area poets Patrick James Dunagan, Sarah Menefee, and Yenia Jimenez.

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Saturday, November 8, 2025, 12–1 PM

Third Street Courtyard, YBCA

Tickets: Free with gallery admission

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Free Art Workshop: Mini Nutcracker Ornaments

Workshops

Free Art Workshop: Mini Nutcracker Ornaments

Presented by YBCA

Create miniature nutcracker ornaments inspired by the upcoming holiday season. This workshop is inspired by the SF Pride Band’s Dance-Along Nutcracker.

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

Tickets: Free with registration

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Bay Area Then: Ovarian Trolley & Wife

Music

Bay Area Then: Ovarian Trolley & Wife

Presented by YBCA

Ovarian Trolley and Wife perform as part of the musical programming for Bay Area Then.

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Thursday, December 4, 2025, 7 PM

YBCA Forum

Tickets: Free with RSVP

Galleries open from 5–9pm. Performance begins at 7pm.

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