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SF’s Fall “Shipyard Open Studios” w/ 130+ Artists (October 19-20)

Saturday, October 19, 2024 - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, donations appreciated
Hunters Point Shipyard Artists | 451 Galvez Avenue, San Francisco, 94124
, San Francisco

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Shipyard Trust for the Arts

Join us at San Francisco’s historic Hunters Point Shipyard and Islais Creek Studios to connect with artists where they work to celebrate 40 years of Hunters Point Shipyard Artists at their annual Fall Open Studios (plus a special evening celebration on October 19th from 6-10pm)

Shipyard Open Studios (Fall 2024)
Saturday & Sunday, October 19-20, 2024 | 11a to 6p
Hunters Point Shipyard, 451 Galvez Ave. SF
FREE – RSVP

Getting There: Ample free parking with easy access to all six Shipyard buildings. Muni 19 or 15 bus.

Event Highlights:

  • 130+ Artists: Engage with artists and their work and discover the historic Hunters Point Shipyard, home to the country’s oldest and largest working artist studio community.
    Participating Artists: shipyardartists.com/shipyard-open-studios-participating-artists
  • Live Entertainment: Enjoy live jazz and classical music
  • Local Flavors: Savor delicious food and unwind in the beer garden
  • ‍‍‍Family Fun: Art 4 Kids by Art Rocks Clubhouse and the Museum of Craft and Design
  • ️Silent Art Auction: Shipyard Gallery, supports programs year round
  • Shipyard History Tours (tba)
  • ️Preview Parties: Friday night exclusive early access to meet the artists (tba)
  • Special Anniversary: Celebrate four decades of artistic innovation (1984 – 2024)

Event Details:

✅ Wheelchair Accessible

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This event is supported in part by funds from the San Francisco Arts Commission.

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, donations appreciated
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, LGBTQ+, Live Music, Sponsored
Address: 451 Galvez Avenue, San Francisco, 94124

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