I first came here as a teacher and loved it so much I decided to volunteer at the first opportunity.
Californians need a place where they can see themselves,...Continue

I first came here as a teacher and loved it so much I decided to volunteer at the first opportunity.
Californians need a place where they can see themselves,...Continue
Sheryl Wong, Chair, Board of Trustees; Chair, Start Here: The Museum of California Campaign

The African-American Advisory Council and the Women’s Board are just two ways the museum engages its communities. When exhibits are reinstalled after the...Continue
Kathryn Seabrook, Business Manager, CReal Films, Inc.,; Member of Museum's African American Advisory Council and Oakland Museum Women's Board

What makes California the start-up state: The people who chose California brought an entrepreneurial spirit that has become part of the state’s culture.Silicon...Continue
Ed Penhoet, President, Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation; founder and former CEO, Chiron Corporation

How John teaches kids like Kyla to be self-starters: Through the Oakland Museum of California’s Student Guide program, my 5th graders learn all about...Continue
John Rosa and Kyla Llewellyn: Teacher and student, La Escuelita Elementary School

Anita's start in California: I first experienced California through my Nicaraguan immigrant parents, who spoke no English. (I grew up fast, translating for...Continue
Anita Martinez and Raquel Martinez Sloan, mother and daughter who share a passion for social awareness