Galeria de la Raza

ReGen Artist Fund: The Living Altars Sculpture Walk
2026-01-30 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | California
Galería de la Raza is proud to present The Living Altars by ReGen Artist Fund grantee, Ivan Lopez. The Living Altars is a public art project consisting of six outdoor sculptures inviting our Mission community to pause, reflect, and contribute by interacting with the sculpture in a public space. Rooted in the belief that words and images have the power to shape our dreams, our healing, and the future of our neighborhood, visitors can engage with the accompanying medicinal plant and can contribute to the shared journals at each sculpture. Over time, the altar becomes a living archive—a collective vision built from the hopes, dreams, and voices of our neighbors. The six sculptures are stewarded by local businesses along Mission Street to encourage the public to reflect on their relationship with the commons, public space, and community.

Join us on a sculpture walk on January 30th to launch the project and visit all six altars in the neighborhood. A celebration follows at Artillery Ceramics at 2751 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110.

Closing Reception & Artist Talk
2026-01-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Galería de la Raza Studio 24, 2779 Folsom St. Suite A, San Francisco, California, 94110, United States
Our Language, Our Story & The Window Project

Join us for an afternoon in conversation with Our Language, Our Story in dialogue with The Window Project – two powerful visual art projects that center immigrant voices, community wisdom, and collective resilience.

This conversation brings together artists and collaborators to celebrate these projects while engaging in an important dialogue on immigration, language accessibility, and the lived experiences of migrant communities. Joyce Xi and Sergio de la Torre will be joined by guest speaker Winnie Kao from the Asian Law Caucus to reflect on how art can amplify voices, build understanding, and inspire meaningful action.

RSVP by clicking the button below. Please note, seating is limited. Seating priority will be given to early arrivals, elders, and people with disabilities.

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About the Projects

Our Language, Our StoryPresented by Galería de la Raza in collaboration with photographer Joyce Xi and the Asian Law Caucus, Our Language, Our Story is a call toward a more inclusive future. The exhibition honors the insight, strength, and lived experiences shared by community members whose stories shape the Bay Area.

The Window ProjectAs you visit, we also invite you to also make a pit stop by Galería’s Studio 16, where The Window Project remains on view for a limited time.You won’t want to miss the stunning window displays filled with powerful photographs and bold artwork. This project serves as an accessible community hub—offering know-your-rights information alongside stories of immigration, remittances, street vending, and cultural pride.
