First Sundays

from First Sundays Every first Sunday of the month, admission to OMCA’s Galleries of California Art, History, Natural Sciences, and any Special Exhibitions in our Great Hall are free. In between exploring the galleries, pick up some locally-made goods from our shop, or relax outside in our updated garden. Visitors are encouraged to reserve tickets online in advance to secure your preferred entry time and reduce your wait. Tickets are available at the Mid-Level Ticketing Desk on a first-come, first-served basis. GET TICKETS Return to Events Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Highlights Related Events Special Guest Gallery Chat: Exploring BeHere/ 1942 with Margaret Yee Join us in our latest special exhibition, BeHere / 1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration, for a special walkthrough with museum educator and Gallery Chats facilitator Margaret Yee. Learn More Closing of Fairyland @ 75: A Legacy of Magic With just a few weeks left to experience it, OMCA welcomes you to explore Fairyland’s rich history and impact on Oakland’s cultural landscape with Fairyland @ 75: A Legacy of Magic. Learn More Spotlight Sundays: Japanese American Legacies of Resistance This Sunday, we are stepping into the historical legacy that inspired OMCA’s latest special exhibition, BeHere / 1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration. With opening remarks by OMCA Executive Director Lori Fogarty, we will engage with this present moment in American history with the clarity and learnings of the past. Learn More OMCA Architecture Walk and Talk Walk through OMCA’s landmark building and gardens with members of the Council on Architecture. Learn More Load More