Art Calendar: Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory at OMCA (Oakland) | June 12–Oct. 18, 2026
2026-06-12 - 2026-10-18 | OMCA, 1000 Oak. Street, Oakland, 94607, United States
Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory | June 12–Oct. 18, 2026

Event Details
Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory is the first major museum survey of the celebrated Bay Area artist, spanning five decades of her influential multimedia practice. Bringing together immersive installations, found-object sculptures, archival materials, and new commissions, the exhibition explores themes of memory, identity, migration, and power in American life. Highlights include Howard’s signature large-scale environments, recent works from her Untold Histories / Hidden Truths for All series, and Moving Stills (2026), a new video installation incorporating never-before-seen family footage. Together, the works offer a deeply personal yet resonant meditation on the stories we inherit, preserve, and choose to remember.
Event Dates, Hours, Admission, Discounts & Recap
Mildred Howard: Poetics of Memory is on view at OMCA (Oakland Lakeshore) from June 12–Oct. 18, 2026.
⭐ HOURS: Open Wednesday–Sunday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. *Open Late on Fridays 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
⭐ MUSEUM ADMISSION:

General Admission Tickets Adults 18-64 $25 (*Includes access to special exhibitions)
Seniors 65+ *$22
Youth 13–17, Students, Educators with vaild ID *$18
Ages 12 and Under FREE
Membership starts at $99 GA/$79 Senior

⭐ MUSEUM DISCOUNTS (FREE GA):

FREE FIRST SUNDAYS.
Discover and Go (Free with Library Card–may not apply to all counties)
Museums for All ($1 Admission. No need to show ID/EBT card, Just say “Museums for All” at ticket counter.)
Museums On Us (Show your Bank of America/Merrill card/ID on the FIRST WEEKEND of the month
Blue Star Museum Discount (FREE Admission to U.S. military personnel and veterans plus up to 5 family members from the 3rd Sat. in May until the 1st Monday in Sept.)
$15 General Admission for individuals with diabilities.
$9 General Admission for Alameda County Courthouse active jurors (show proof).

⭐ ONSITE DINING: Town Fare Cafe (California cuisine with a Southern flair. Open Wednesday–Sunday from 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
⭐ UPCOMING EVENTS: *OMCA X Black Freedom Fund present Juneteenth! at the Museum—a vibrant, full-day celebration of Black culture, creativity, and community on June 19, 2026 from 11:00–4:00 p.m.; FREE Friday Nights at OMCA through Oct. 2026 features FREE live music, dj sets, demos, and food trucks by Off the Grid.

Art Calendar: Deaf Stars Shine at Creative Growth (Oakland) | July 17–Aug. 29, 2026
2026-07-17 - 2026-08-29 | Creative Growth, 355 24th St, Oakland, 94602, United States
Deaf Stars Shine | July 17–Aug. 29, 2026

Event Details
Deaf Stars Shine marks the exhibition debut of the Creative Growth Deaf Artist Group, celebrating the creativity and perspectives of Deaf artists through a vibrant group presentation. The exhibition is accompanied by immersive window installations by James Davis and Donna Kutz, while the opening reception features a live DJ, button-making, and tactile experiences that invite visitors to feel the music through vibration.
Event Dates, Hours, & Recap
Deaf Stars Shine is on view at Creative Growth (Oakland) from July 17–Aug. 29, 2026.
*The gallery is open Wednesday–Saturday from 10:00 p.m.–4:00p.m.
