Exhibitions

Diedrick Brackens: gather tender night

Presented by YBCA

March 13–August 23, 2026

The artist’s first solo exhibition in the Bay Area.

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Free Art Workshop: Scratch Art Portrait

Workshops

Free Art Workshop: Scratch Art Portrait

Presented by YBCA

Draw a vibrant scratch art portrait of someone you admire or find inspirational.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

Tickets: Free with registration

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Curator-Led Tour of “The Prince of Homburg”

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Curator-Led Tour of “The Prince of Homburg”

Presented by YBCA

Join curator Jeanne Gerrity for this unique opportunity to learn more about this exhibition exploring freedom, repression, desire, and the queer body.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6–7 PM

Second Floor Gallery, YBCA

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Free Art Workshop: Nature Stencil Art

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Free Art Workshop: Nature Stencil Art

Presented by YBCA

Make a magical stencil art inspired by nature and community.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Screening of Short Films from “Conjuring Power”

Screenings & Films

Screening of Short Films from “Conjuring Power”

Presented by YBCA

From intimate reflection to bold celebration, these films expand the exhibition beyond the gallery, creating a shared space for storytelling and connection.

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5–8 PM

Screening Room & Galleries, YBCA

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Free Art Workshop: Portrait Cut-Out

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Free Art Workshop: Portrait Cut-Out

Presented by YBCA

Create a unique, free-form paper cut-out honoring your heroes.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Modern Queer Tarot

Events

Modern Queer Tarot

Presented by YBCA

Join us for an immersive Modern Queer Tarot program featuring exclusive tarot readings by co-creator Bobby Barber and deck illustrator Tanya Wischerath.

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 5–8 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

Tickets: Free with registration

Galleries free and open 5–8 pm.

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Free Art Workshop: Shape Stamps

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Free Art Workshop: Shape Stamps

Presented by YBCA

Learn how to make your own shape stamps. Incorporate motifs, pattern, color blending, and layers.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Bead Weaving Workshop

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Bead Weaving Workshop

Presented by YBCA

In this two-day workshop series, participants will learn the fundamentals of loom beading while creating a custom bead-weaving of their own.

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Wednesday, May 6 & 13, 2026, 5–7 PM

The Lounge, YBCA

Tickets: Free with registration*

*Capacity is limited and registration is required. Registration is for both days of this two-part workshop.

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Free Art Workshop: Silhouette Landscape Collage

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Free Art Workshop: Silhouette Landscape Collage

Presented by YBCA

Learn the basics of landscapes, and create a collage.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Free Art Workshop: Watercolor Affirmation Art

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Free Art Workshop: Watercolor Affirmation Art

Presented by YBCA

Design beautiful and empowering affirmation art.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Willie Alexander III

Performances

Willie Alexander III

Presented by YBCA

Willie Alexander III performs live among the works in “Diedrick Brackens: gather tender night.”

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Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 6 PM

Gallery 2, YBCA

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Free Art Workshop: 3D Paper Flowers

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Free Art Workshop: 3D Paper Flowers

Presented by YBCA

Incorporate dimensionality into your colorful flower compositions.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA

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Curator-Led Tour of “Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer & Trans Movements”

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Curator-Led Tour of “Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer & Trans Movements”

Presented by YBCA

Join co-curators Caro De Robertis and Tina Valentin Aguirre for this unique opportunity to learn more about this exhibition.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6 PM

Grand Lobby & Gallery 1, YBCA

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