Running September 14th – November 24th. The gallery is closed Mondays, open Tue-Sun 11am-4pm, and Wed 11am-7:30pm. Reshaping the Narrative: California Perspectives surveys the myriad ways artists represent and reflect our local communities. The exhibition includes both contemporary and historical works from Mills College Art Museum’s permanent collection and highlights California, and the Bay Area in particular, as a site of resistance, abundance, and celebration. Drawing inspiration from the diverse cultures and remarkable histories that define California, the featured artists offer unique and local perspectives on themes that resonate during thishttps://mcam.mills.edu/exhibitions/upcoming.php presidential election year, such as immigration, civil rights, labor activism, reproductive rights, gentrification, and cultural identity. The exhibition explores the way these issues have inspired and informed artists’ research and work over the past century. Through various mediums including painting, sculpture, and photography, the artists create pieces that challenge conventional narratives and offer new perspectives on California’s rich history and complex social landscape.
Location
- Jeannik Méquet Littlefield Concert Hall, Music Building, 5000 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94613