The Magnes Community Conversations in July 2025

For the third consecutive year, the Magnes will host a series of Community Conversations with Executive Director Hannah Weisman to engage in meaningful dialogue around the museum’s past, present, and future.

“The Magnes originated as a community entity, and part of our charge now is to stay connected with our existing friends while building new relationships across the Bay Area,” reflected Weisman. “We are more successful in helping people make connections and find meaning when they collaborate with us.”

Hosted by Weisman and museum staffers, these casual conversations provide an opportunity for members of the community to meet with leadership and for the staff of the Magnes to better understand the broad range of memories, perspectives, and ideas the collection inspires.

“These conversations are a wonderful opportunity to honor the Magnes’s deep roots in the community and foster dialogue with the many people who want to see it shine as a vital resource for the Bay Area and beyond.” said UC Berkeley Arts and Humanities Dean Sara Guyer.

In 2025, the conversations will include a review of the past academic year, an introduction to the upcoming exhibition, Flowing through Time and Tradition, and a community discussion.

With two sessions, one will be virtual and the second will be in person at the Magnes.

Thursday, July 17, 2025 4:30 – 6:00 pm via Zoom
Sunday, July 20, 2025 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at the Magnes, 2121 Allston Way in Berkeley