Fri November 8, 2024
Día de los Muertos 2024: Bearing Witness Unveiling & Opening Reception
SEE EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the all-ages exhibition unveiling and opening reception on Friday, October 11, 6pm - 9pm.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, this year's exhibition theme, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice for the People of Palestine, reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. Participating artists center creation as resistance by mounting traditional and contemporary altar installations that honor, celebrate, and mourn those who have perished in Palestine.
In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases personal altars dedicated to loved ones who have passed.
This evening features curatorial remarks, Día de Los Muertos inspired artist market, and more.
Tickets
* $15 Suggested donation
* Free for youth 16 and under
* No one turned away for lack of funds at the door
Exhibiting Artists
2AM, Adrian Arias, Alicia Cruz, Becca Rodriguez, Beth Benson and Virdell VonDella, Dania Cabello, David Tafolla, Jos Sances and MECA, La Familia Brown, Mary Jhun, Optimus Volts, Queer Ancestors Project: Resist, Ren Allathkani and Shaun Burner, Sen Mendez, Susana Aragón, Valeria Olguín and Alfredo Olguín Jr., Victor-Mario Zaballa, Yaffa AS, and Zedekiah Gonsalves-Schild
Curators
Rio Yañez, Bridgétt Rex
~~~~~~~~~
More Info:
Now in its 25th year, SOMArts' annual Día de Los Muertos exhibition is one of the most internationally diverse Day of the Dead celebrations in the United States. Founded by beloved San Francisco artist and curator René Yañez, Día de Los Muertos at SOMArts merges traditional altars with contemporary installations, continuing to be a multigenerational gathering of remembrance while affirming the importance of arts & culture in shaping our worlds.
Continuing the legacy of René's work are co-curators Rio Yañez and Bridgètt Rex who envision a Day of the Dead presentation that celebrates the holiday's Mexican roots while calling for all cultures around the globe to honor the dead together in solidarity.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice with the People of Palestine reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. In the Bay Area, 400 artists signed a solidarity letter with the Palestinan Campaign for Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) last November, and artists have continued to use their platforms to raise crucial funds for Gaza, facilitated teach-ins, and mounted installations connecting Palestinian liberation with "Indigenous liberation, and liberation struggles for all other oppressed peoples." Bearing Witness doesn't exist in isolation, but rather, is part of a larger legacy and movement calling for global solidarity. In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases altars dedicated to personal loved ones who have passed.
show less
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, this year's exhibition theme, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice for the People of Palestine, reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. Participating artists center creation as resistance by mounting traditional and contemporary altar installations that honor, celebrate, and mourn those who have perished in Palestine.
In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases personal altars dedicated to loved ones who have passed.
This evening features curatorial remarks, Día de Los Muertos inspired artist market, and more.
Tickets
* $15 Suggested donation
* Free for youth 16 and under
* No one turned away for lack of funds at the door
Exhibiting Artists
2AM, Adrian Arias, Alicia Cruz, Becca Rodriguez, Beth Benson and Virdell VonDella, Dania Cabello, David Tafolla, Jos Sances and MECA, La Familia Brown, Mary Jhun, Optimus Volts, Queer Ancestors Project: Resist, Ren Allathkani and Shaun Burner, Sen Mendez, Susana Aragón, Valeria Olguín and Alfredo Olguín Jr., Victor-Mario Zaballa, Yaffa AS, and Zedekiah Gonsalves-Schild
Curators
Rio Yañez, Bridgétt Rex
~~~~~~~~~
More Info:
Now in its 25th year, SOMArts' annual Día de Los Muertos exhibition is one of the most internationally diverse Day of the Dead celebrations in the United States. Founded by beloved San Francisco artist and curator René Yañez, Día de Los Muertos at SOMArts merges traditional altars with contemporary installations, continuing to be a multigenerational gathering of remembrance while affirming the importance of arts & culture in shaping our worlds.
Continuing the legacy of René's work are co-curators Rio Yañez and Bridgètt Rex who envision a Day of the Dead presentation that celebrates the holiday's Mexican roots while calling for all cultures around the globe to honor the dead together in solidarity.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice with the People of Palestine reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. In the Bay Area, 400 artists signed a solidarity letter with the Palestinan Campaign for Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) last November, and artists have continued to use their platforms to raise crucial funds for Gaza, facilitated teach-ins, and mounted installations connecting Palestinian liberation with "Indigenous liberation, and liberation struggles for all other oppressed peoples." Bearing Witness doesn't exist in isolation, but rather, is part of a larger legacy and movement calling for global solidarity. In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases altars dedicated to personal loved ones who have passed.
Join us for the all-ages exhibition unveiling and opening reception on Friday, October 11, 6pm - 9pm.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, this year's exhibition theme, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice for the People of Palestine, reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. Participating artists center creation as resistance by mounting traditional and contemporary altar installations that honor, celebrate, and mourn those who have perished in Palestine.
In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases personal altars dedicated to loved ones who have passed.
This evening features curatorial remarks, Día de Los Muertos inspired artist market, and more.
Tickets
* $15 Suggested donation
* Free for youth 16 and under
* No one turned away for lack of funds at the door
Exhibiting Artists
2AM, Adrian Arias, Alicia Cruz, Becca Rodriguez, Beth Benson and Virdell VonDella, Dania Cabello, David Tafolla, Jos Sances and MECA, La Familia Brown, Mary Jhun, Optimus Volts, Queer Ancestors Project: Resist, Ren Allathkani and Shaun Burner, Sen Mendez, Susana Aragón, Valeria Olguín and Alfredo Olguín Jr., Victor-Mario Zaballa, Yaffa AS, and Zedekiah Gonsalves-Schild
Curators
Rio Yañez, Bridgétt Rex
~~~~~~~~~
More Info:
Now in its 25th year, SOMArts' annual Día de Los Muertos exhibition is one of the most internationally diverse Day of the Dead celebrations in the United States. Founded by beloved San Francisco artist and curator René Yañez, Día de Los Muertos at SOMArts merges traditional altars with contemporary installations, continuing to be a multigenerational gathering of remembrance while affirming the importance of arts & culture in shaping our worlds.
Continuing the legacy of René's work are co-curators Rio Yañez and Bridgètt Rex who envision a Day of the Dead presentation that celebrates the holiday's Mexican roots while calling for all cultures around the globe to honor the dead together in solidarity.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice with the People of Palestine reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. In the Bay Area, 400 artists signed a solidarity letter with the Palestinan Campaign for Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) last November, and artists have continued to use their platforms to raise crucial funds for Gaza, facilitated teach-ins, and mounted installations connecting Palestinian liberation with "Indigenous liberation, and liberation struggles for all other oppressed peoples." Bearing Witness doesn't exist in isolation, but rather, is part of a larger legacy and movement calling for global solidarity. In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases altars dedicated to personal loved ones who have passed.
read more
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, this year's exhibition theme, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice for the People of Palestine, reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. Participating artists center creation as resistance by mounting traditional and contemporary altar installations that honor, celebrate, and mourn those who have perished in Palestine.
In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases personal altars dedicated to loved ones who have passed.
This evening features curatorial remarks, Día de Los Muertos inspired artist market, and more.
Tickets
* $15 Suggested donation
* Free for youth 16 and under
* No one turned away for lack of funds at the door
Exhibiting Artists
2AM, Adrian Arias, Alicia Cruz, Becca Rodriguez, Beth Benson and Virdell VonDella, Dania Cabello, David Tafolla, Jos Sances and MECA, La Familia Brown, Mary Jhun, Optimus Volts, Queer Ancestors Project: Resist, Ren Allathkani and Shaun Burner, Sen Mendez, Susana Aragón, Valeria Olguín and Alfredo Olguín Jr., Victor-Mario Zaballa, Yaffa AS, and Zedekiah Gonsalves-Schild
Curators
Rio Yañez, Bridgétt Rex
~~~~~~~~~
More Info:
Now in its 25th year, SOMArts' annual Día de Los Muertos exhibition is one of the most internationally diverse Day of the Dead celebrations in the United States. Founded by beloved San Francisco artist and curator René Yañez, Día de Los Muertos at SOMArts merges traditional altars with contemporary installations, continuing to be a multigenerational gathering of remembrance while affirming the importance of arts & culture in shaping our worlds.
Continuing the legacy of René's work are co-curators Rio Yañez and Bridgètt Rex who envision a Day of the Dead presentation that celebrates the holiday's Mexican roots while calling for all cultures around the globe to honor the dead together in solidarity.
As the world watches and responds to the genocide of the Palestinian people, Bearing Witness: An Expression of Love, Solidarity, and Justice with the People of Palestine reflects on the impact of this ongoing trauma on personal, national, and international levels. In the Bay Area, 400 artists signed a solidarity letter with the Palestinan Campaign for Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) last November, and artists have continued to use their platforms to raise crucial funds for Gaza, facilitated teach-ins, and mounted installations connecting Palestinian liberation with "Indigenous liberation, and liberation struggles for all other oppressed peoples." Bearing Witness doesn't exist in isolation, but rather, is part of a larger legacy and movement calling for global solidarity. In alignment with the tradition of Día de Los Muertos, the exhibition also showcases altars dedicated to personal loved ones who have passed.
show less
Date/Times:
934 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
The Best Events
Every Week in Your Inbox
From Our Sponsors
UPCOMING EVENTS
Great suggestion! We'll be in touch.
Event reviewed successfully.