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Public Sanctuary: Queer Stories from Behind the Locked Door

Friday, August 21, 2026 - 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free as in Free
Gallery 2727 | 2727 California Street, Berkeley, CA

Event Details

Photo by Ell Boysen, Design by Swilk

2727 California is proud to present “Public Sanctuary: Queer Stories from Behind the Locked Door”, a group exhibition that explores how the public restroom has shaped queer identity and culture. The exhibition features five Bay Area artists who have transformed the gallery into an immersive bathroom installation. Join us for a very special reception 8/21, 8-10pm. Sounds by Tastemaker

Artists:
Swilk
Patty Pacheco
Ell Boysen
Xinchen Li
Bella Bond

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*
*Free as in Free
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, In Person, LGBTQ+, Political Activism, Pride
Address: 2727 California Street, Berkeley, CA

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