Art Murmur facts for kids
Art Murmur is a special way to explore and celebrate the art scene in Oakland, California. It helps people discover different kinds of art. This event is most famous for its monthly First Friday Art Walk. Thousands of people come to see art in places like Uptown and downtown Oakland.
Art Murmur is run by a non-profit group. This means they use any money they make to help their mission, not to make a profit. Their main goal is to connect people with Oakland's amazing visual art.
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What is Art Murmur?
Art Murmur is like a big art party that happens regularly in Oakland. It brings together artists, galleries, and art lovers. The main event is the First Friday Art Walk. During this walk, many art galleries and studios open their doors for free. People can walk around, see new art, and sometimes even meet the artists.
How Did It Start?
The Art Murmur event began in 2006. It started in Oakland near 23rd Street and Telegraph Avenue. It quickly became very popular. Many people loved being able to see so much art in one evening.
Art Murmur and First Fridays
In 2012, the street part of the First Friday event changed. A local group called KONO took over the street festival. This new festival became known as the "Oakland First Fridays Festival." It takes place along Telegraph Avenue.
So, now there are two main groups. Oakland Art Murmur still focuses on showing off visual art. They work closely with the Oakland First Fridays Festival. Both groups help make Oakland a lively place for art.
Exploring Art with Art Murmur
Oakland Art Murmur offers different ways to enjoy art. They have the First Friday Art Walk, which is very popular. They also organize other activities.
Saturday Stroll
One of these activities is the weekly Saturday Stroll art walk. This is a more relaxed way to see art. It lets people explore galleries and art spaces on a Saturday.
Art Tours
Art Murmur also offers special walking tours. These tours help people learn more about art. They are a great way to get inspired and understand different art styles. These tours help people connect with Oakland's art world.
See also
- Ghost Ship warehouse fire
- 25th Street Collective
