@ybca

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts presents contemporary art, performances, film, and more. Open Thu-Su from 11a–5p, and Wed 11a–8p with free admission.

 San Francisco, CA
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Joined August 2008
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48 Hills@48hillsFeb 27
It's time to call upon the queer and trans ancestors — and the rising class of LGBTQ+ artists. The minds behind the new group exhibition at @ybca think so, at least. 48hills.org/2026/02/conjurin…

YBCA's 'Conjuring Power' grounds hope for LGBTQ+ future in shared history - 48 hills

Ester Hernández, Serge Gay Jr., Crystal Mason, Tanya Wischerath, and others carry on distinctly SF practice of world-building.

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“The Prince of Homburg,” an exhibition at San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (@ybca), confronts power, fatigue and the politics of the body head-on. #ArtsandCulture #SanFrancisco localnewsmatters.org/2026/02…

YBCA exhibition ‘Prince of Homburg’ explores body politics, resistance   - Local News Matters

“The Prince of Homburg," an exhibition at San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, confronts power, fatigue, and the politics of the body

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YBCA retweeted
KQED@KQED11 Aug 2025
At Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (@ybca), a new exhibit features artwork by over 20 Bay Area Filipino American artists, honoring "the generations who held their ground and made the city theirs." Read our review: kqed.org/arts/13979612/ybca-…

‘Makibaka’ Honors Filipino American Resilience in SoMa | KQED

At YBCA, the SOMA Pilipinas co-curated ‘MAKIBAKA: A Living Legacy‘ features artists and community groups.

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Free Art Reception Opening Night Party in #SanFrancisco tomorrow 8/1 at 6:30pm at the @ybca !! @SOMAPilipinas
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“Harvey Milk Revisited @ybca is a more than worthy addition.” — Gabe Meline, @KQED kqed.org/arts/13976935/revie…

An Opera About Harvey Milk, Newly ‘Reimagined,’ Returns After 30 Years | KQED

‘Harvey Milk Reimagined’ offers a streamlined, inspiring depiction of the gay rights icon's incredible life.

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For two nights only during Juneteenth weekend, June 20–21 @ybca audiences will experience the music, movement & stories that gave rise to one of the most influential art forms of our time. davidperry.com/newsroom/hip-…
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New exhibit @ybca tackles women, art and incarceration in “The Only Door I Can Open.” On View until June 22nd.
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FYI: If you’re making plans to visit us, our gallery building will be temporarily closed the last week of April for a special event. Starting this Sunday, our building hours will be: 📅 Closed Sunday, April 27-Thursday, May 1 🖼️ Regular hours resume on Friday, May 2
Graphic announcing Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) is closed for a special event, with closure dates from April 27 to May 1 and reopening on May 2. The design includes an exterior shot of the building in the sunshine.

ALT Graphic announcing Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) is closed for a special event, with closure dates from April 27 to May 1 and reopening on May 2. The design includes an exterior shot of the building in the sunshine.

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An art exhibit at @ybca, curated by Rahsaan "New York" Thomas and others, offers the public a glimpse into the realities of incarceration. buff.ly/RKYSNNy

Former San Quentin inmate fights for financial freedom for the incarcerated

A new art exhibit titled "The Only Door I Can Open" is offering the public a rare, intimate glimpse into the realities of incarceration, curated by formerly and currently incarcerated artists—many of...

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Our Spring Season will soon be here!,May 10-18 at @ybca . Tickets: linesballet.org/lines-ballet… World premiere of King’s first-ever collaboration with legendary jazz trumpeter/composer Ambrose Akinmusire, performing live. Plus, our enormously popular "Scheherazade."
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An exhilarating program of thought-provoking works invites audiences into the reflective, uplifting and provocative power of dance. Thrill to @odcsf's return to @ybca April 10-13[SPONSORED] odc.dance/dance-downtown?utm…
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Bring creativity into your holiday season and visit us during our special holiday hours: 📅 Closed Wed., Dec. 25 🖼️ Regular hours on Thu., Dec. 26-Sun., Dec. 29 📅 Closed Wed., Jan. 1 🖼️ Regular hours resume Thu., Jan. 2 Plan your visit → bit.ly/3R9n00c
Person viewing artwork in the "Nicky Nodjoumi & Nahid Hagigat" exhibition at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts with holiday hours listed below for 2024, including regular hours from December 26-29 and closures on December 25 and January 1.

ALT Person viewing artwork in the "Nicky Nodjoumi & Nahid Hagigat" exhibition at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts with holiday hours listed below for 2024, including regular hours from December 26-29 and closures on December 25 and January 1.

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We are proud to announce that Maricelle Robles will join #YBCA as its next CEO. Mari comes to YBCA with a wealth of experience as a distinguished arts leader who supports groundbreaking creative work. Stayed tuned for opportunities meet Mari → bit.ly/4gnOE3w
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Join us for an exclusive talk with Nicky Nodjoumi Presented in collab with @ybca Discover the brilliance of Iranian artist Nodjoumi in an engaging live conversation with acclaimed scholar and curator Dr. Layla S. Diba. Register today at Farhang.org/Nodjoumi
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We’re adjusting our hours the next two weeks: 📅 Closed Wed. Nov. 20 and Thu. Nov. 21 🖼️ Regular hours on Fri. Nov. 22-Wed. Nov. 27 📅 Closed Thu. Nov. 28 and Fri. Nov. 29 🖼️ Regular hours resume Sat. Nov. 30 Plan your visit →
Image of the exterior of the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts building on a sunny day, featuring promotional posters for arts events. Below the image are gallery hours in November. The galleries are closed Wednesday, November 20-Thursday, November 21 and reopen Friday, November 22-Wednesday, November 27. Galleries close again Thursday, November 28-Friday, November 29.

ALT Image of the exterior of the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts building on a sunny day, featuring promotional posters for arts events. Below the image are gallery hours in November. The galleries are closed Wednesday, November 20-Thursday, November 21 and reopen Friday, November 22-Wednesday, November 27. Galleries close again Thursday, November 28-Friday, November 29.

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Celebrate the season with a Filipino tradition! 🌟 Leading up to the #ParolLanternFestival on December 14, join us and @SOMAPilipinas to make your own parol lantern, a symbol of hope and luck. Mark your calendars for these workshops happening November 16-24 ⬇️
Two people holding colorful parol lanterns at the Parol Lantern Festival at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

ALT Two people holding colorful parol lanterns at the Parol Lantern Festival at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

A colorful parol lantern displayed against a yellow background, featuring various prints and names in Tagalog.

ALT A colorful parol lantern displayed against a yellow background, featuring various prints and names in Tagalog.

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Saturday, November 16 from 12-4 pm → bit.ly/3Am9Qrk Sunday, November 17 from 12-4 pm → bit.ly/4fqOlV6 Saturday, November 23 from 12-4 pm → bit.ly/3Ys5wih Sunday, November 24 from 12-4 pm → bit.ly/4e9FMNj
Group of people of various ages posing with colorful parol lanterns at a SOMA Pilipinas event in the YBCA lobby.

ALT Group of people of various ages posing with colorful parol lanterns at a SOMA Pilipinas event in the YBCA lobby.

A group of people at the Parol Lantern Festival holding vibrant, star-shaped lanterns outside.

ALT A group of people at the Parol Lantern Festival holding vibrant, star-shaped lanterns outside.

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This holiday season, join us in celebrating the spirit of hope, blessings, and luck during our Free #ArtWorkshops on November 6 and 13 from 2-4 pm! Learn more more about the art you can make inspired by the #ParolLanternFestival → bit.ly/4c0kH7n
Promotional image for Free Art Workshops at YBCA in November 2024. The graphic includes a photo of a person in a red sweater and mask, crafting with paper and fabric.

ALT Promotional image for Free Art Workshops at YBCA in November 2024. The graphic includes a photo of a person in a red sweater and mask, crafting with paper and fabric.

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We invite you to explore #NahidHagigat and #NickyNodjoumi's art with a free screening of “A Revolution on Canvas” and a tour at these events: 🖼️ November 7 from 5-8 pm during #DowntownFirstThursday → bit.ly/3Aftfdj 🖼️ November 10 from 12-3 pm → bit.ly/3YjWjIK
Visitor observing a colorful contemporary painting by Nicky Nodjoumi depicting three figures in an abstract style on view in YBCA's gallery.

ALT Visitor observing a colorful contemporary painting by Nicky Nodjoumi depicting three figures in an abstract style on view in YBCA's gallery.

Two individuals viewing and discussing artworks in YBCA's gallery, with three framed pieces by Nahid Hagigat visible on a green wall.

ALT Two individuals viewing and discussing artworks in YBCA's gallery, with three framed pieces by Nahid Hagigat visible on a green wall.

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New Exhibits @ybca @advocartsy @YerbaBuena6 #artexhibit
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