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MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

Every 2nd Saturday
Saturday, May 9, 2026 - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Museum of the African Diaspora | 685 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

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MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD, a contemporary art museum, celebrates Black cultures, ignites challenging conversations, and inspires learning through the global lens of the African Diaspora.

Monthly Free Day
MoAD hosts a ‘‍THRIVE @ MoAD Community Day’ every second Saturday with free admission to all of its exhibitions. Check the events calendar to confirm, as free days sometimes change.

MoAD Hours
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm
Thursday – Noon to 8 pm

Admission

– General Admission – $15
– Seniors, Students, Educators  – $7
– Youth (Under 12) – Free
– Members & Active Duty Military – Free

Visiting with kids:
Kids and families receive a warm welcome at MoAD. Our elevator makes it easy to navigate with a stroller, and kids ages 12 and under always receive free admission.

Museums For All:
Visit MoAD through Museums for All
– Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 700 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card. Free entry is available for up to 4 individuals per EBT card.

Special Exhibitions for 2026

Continuum: MoAD Over Time
MoAD Artists
October 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
A special exhibition highlighting the evolution of MoAD artists over time.


UNBOUND: Art, Blackness & the Universe
Curated by Key Jo Lee
October 1, 2025 – August 16, 2026
Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
Spanning all three floors, this expansive exhibition explores art, Blackness, and the cosmos.

 

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Free Museum Day, In Person
Address: 685 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

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