111 Minna Gallery & Event Space

One Time Talker: Coffee Social, Curated Tours by Robert Hightower
2025-09-20 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Robert Hightower’s breakout solo show, where silence ends, trauma speaks, and the truth shows up raw, honest, and loud in paint.
After nearly three years away from solo exhibitions, Robert Hightower returns with his most personal body of work to date. One Time Talker is a visual reckoning—an exploration of silence, survival, and the emotional weight of what goes unsaid. These paintings are not just art objects; they are confessions. Each one traces back to moments where Robert learned to stay quiet, often through force, fear, or the belief that speaking up came with consequences.

The title itself is rooted in truth. “One Time Talker” was the name of a wooden paddle used as discipline in his childhood, a tool that made it clear: you only get told once. That legacy of silence lingers in the work, but so does the resistance. This isn’t a tidy comeback. It’s raw, unfiltered, and urgent. For anyone who’s ever been told to hold it in, this show is an invitation to let it out. This is what it looks like when silence finally breaks.
This is a two-part event:

Part 1: Opening Night Celebration — September 19, 5 PM to 11 PM
An evening to experience the full collection, connect, and celebrate the launch of this deeply personal show.
Part 2: Coffee Social, Curated Tours by Robert Hightower — September 20, 10AM to 6PM
A more intimate opportunity to engage with Robert directly. Enjoy coffee, take a private tour of the collection, and join a Q&A session where Robert will discuss the work, its meaning, and the journey behind it.

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One Time Talker: Opening Night Celebration
2025-09-19 17:00 - 23:00 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Karaoke & Music Trivia
2025-09-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-14 17:00 - 19:00 | 2nd Street Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Meet Captain Amy Hurwitz
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | 2nd Street Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Join SFPD Southern Station and neighbors for a discussion and update regarding safety in our city, with focus on Yerba Buena.

Private Event
2025-09-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-11 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-09-03 18:00 - 22:00 | 2nd Street Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Workday Rising 2025
2025-09-15 - 2025-09-19 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Bridge Studio Collective Closing Party
2025-09-12 17:00 - 23:30 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
If you missed the Bridge Studio Collective opening, Sketch Thursday x Artist Q&A, then next Friday is your final chance to see the show and meet the artists in person! If that’s not temping enough, BSC member David Choong Lee will be providing his unique musical entertainment!

@davidchoonglee
Come Check ‘Em Out!
‘THE BRIDGE STUDIO COLLECTIVE’
Curated by Robert Bowen
@bowenstuff
The Bridge Studio Collective is an eclectic group of artists working across a variety of disciplines. Located at 333 Bryant Street. The collective is composed of painters, illustrators, paper sculptors, textile artists, and stylist/ designers; each member has developed a distinctive style and mastery of their craft.
@bridgestudiocollective
BSC Featured Artists:
Robert Bowen – @bowenstuff
Daryll Peirce – @daryllpeirce
David Choong Lee – @davidchoonglee
Alice Koswara – @alicekoz
Chad Hasegawa – @chadhasegawa
DanielChen – @danielchenart
Hiericbro – @hiericbro
Jillian Knox – @jjoules
Adam Feibelman – @adam5100
Jon Stich – @jonstich
Jennifer Banzaca – @jennifer.banzaca
Leon Loucheur – @loucheur
Lisa Kairos – @lkairos

Private Event
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-09 15:30 - 18:30 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Downtown First Thursdays
2025-09-04 17:00 - 22:00 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
DFT (Downtown First Thursdays) is a free monthly street party hosted in Downtown San Francisco taking place on every first Thursday of the month from 5pm to 10pm. Get ready for disco in the streets, DJs, live music, drag, fashion, street performances, and more!
Into The Streets is excited to announce the launch of a FREE, monthly party taking place the first Thursday of every month from 5-10pm in the streets of Downtown San Francisco, in partnership with the Civic Joy Fund, The East Cut CBD, Yerba Buena CBD, and 111 Minna Gallery.
This new street party will run monthly, bring thousands of people downtown, and feature an exciting lineup of music, performance, food, shopping, and art.
Get ready for disco in the streets, DJs, live music, drag, martial arts, fashion, street performances, and many more surprises.

The fun takes place on 2nd Street (between Market and Folsom) and along neighboring alleyways on Jessie, Minna, and Natoma Streets. The event will also feature two outdoor bars on Minna and Natoma.
Grab a free ticket and register your email to be the first to know about what’s coming to downtown!
Interested in being a vendor? We’re looking for food, retail, and more to make the streets come to life with the best of San Francisco.
Visit www.intothestreetssf.com/vendors to sign up for updates on vending opportunities for this event.

Refractions of Place & Presence
2025-09-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Presidio Theatre, 99 Moraga Avenue, San Franicisco, 94129, United States
Join us for a vibrant exhibition celebrating the intersection of performance, memory, and global perspective through the work of two multidisciplinary artists: Yingri Guan and Cristina Miraflor Ibarra.
Presented by: Presidio Theatre x 111 Minna Gallery
Opening Reception + Artist Talk
Wednesday, September 3
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Presidio Theater, 99 Moraga Ave – The Presidio
This event is free to attend with RSVP.
RSVP HERE
Yingri Guan weaves technology, design, and generative form into stunning visual experiences. With roots in China, Singapore, and the Pacific Northwest, her work explores patterns—both natural and human-made—that connect cultures across borders. Through digital fabrication and an inquisitive lens, Yingri invites viewers to see the invisible threads that shape our world.
Cristina Miraflor Ibarra captures the immediacy of lived experience with fluid watercolors rendered in real-time. Her art thrives on movement and observation, often painted live during performances with just ink, water, and a portable kit. Grounded in Filipino heritage and Bay Area rhythms, her pieces echo with song, memory, and the joy of the everyday sublime.
Together, Guan and Ibarra offer distinct yet harmonious approaches to how art can reflect, respond to, and reframe the world around us.
Celebrate with us at a free, in-person reception featuring drinks, conversation, and an Artist 2 Artist Talk — a special dialogue between Cristina & Yingri, moderated by returning artist Rhonel Roberts, whose own work opened this series. This is a chance to hear the artists discuss their process, their paths, and the shared landscapes that inspire them.
This event is free to attend with RSVP.
RSVP HERE
Following the opening, the exhibition will remain on display through the summer during Presidio Theatre show nights, accessible with ticketed entry.

Sketch Thursday + Artist Q&A
2025-08-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
We Gotta LIVE ONE Here! A Live Artist Q&A with the members of the Bridge Studio Collective!

All Star David Choong Lee on the turntables!
@davidchoonglee
Steve Milborrow and his Portrait Drawing Machine!!!!
@nonoti.machine
With LIVE Drawing by:
ROBERT BOWEN – @bowenstuff
DARYLL PEIRCE – @daryllpeirce
ALICE KOSWARA – @alicekoz
HiERICBRO – @hiericbro
CHAD HASEGAWA – @chadhasegawa
JON STICH – @jonstich
ADAM FEIBALMAN – @adam5100
JILLIAN KNOX – @jjoules
LEON LOUCHEUR – @loucheur
JENNIFER BANZACA- @jennifer.banzaca
QUAKE
DEFIE – @anchoviesardines
GRIFFIN ONE – @griffinone
SATYR – @satronimus_maximus
JOHN OSGOOD – @johnosgood
JOSH THURMAN – @thurmanart
AMANDA LYNN – @alynnpaint
CHRIS FARRIS – @christfarris
MISIA FARRIS – @misia.soup
MICAH LEBRUN – @micahlebrun
EMILY FROMM – @emilylfromm
SEEDSONLINE – @seedsonline
PARTY PABLO – @party_pablo
NICOLE ANDRIJAUSKAS @nicole.andrijauskas
SEAMUS BRUNER – @chefshaybythebay
LISA BRUNER – @lisabruner52
MARCOS LAFARGA – @marcoslafarga
JAKE JUAN – @thejuandelo
OPTIMIST WILLIAMS – @optimistneverdies
TURTLE WAYNE – @turtlewayne
NORIO FUJIKAWA – @noriofujikawa
NIGEL SUSSMAN – @nigelsussman
HENRY LEWIS – @henrylewis77
AND MORE….❤️❤️❤️
***Flyer Design By @nickolaybereza

SOMA / East Cut Merchant Walk
2025-08-28 15:30 - 18:00 | Entire Venue, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
SOMA/East Cut showcases a remarkable neighborhood evolution, where historic corridors have transformed from industrial roots into a thriving mixed-use community anchored by the stunning Salesforce Park rooftop oasis. This dynamic area blends striking high-rises with established cultural institutions like 111 Minna Gallery, which since 1993 has served as a cornerstone cultural institution supporting local artists, alongside new establishments serving the neighborhood’s diverse population.

With over 40 unique open spaces creating an energetic urban village atmosphere, SOMA/East Cut offers a great opportunity to discover the stories behind the area’s most compelling businesses. Join us in exploring this vibrant neighborhood where innovation meets community tradition through the voices of local entrepreneurs.
Why Participate?

Support Local Businesses: Contribute to the neighborhood’s vitality by supporting local entrepreneurs.
Network: Connect with fellow community members, business owners, and local artisans.
Discover Hidden Gems: Uncover unique products and services you won’t find anywhere else.

Space is limited, so register today!
Where We’ll Visit:
3:00pm Care Essentials by Kaiser | 65 Minna St, 2nd Floor (Meet-Up)
Care Essentials by Kaiser Permanente is a convenient care clinic in downtown San Francisco that provides non-emergency and preventive health services. The clinic offers walk-in appointments, same-day, and next-day scheduling for various medical concerns, ensuring accessible healthcare when patients need it most. Care Essentials is designed as a convenient care solution to meet patients where they are for their routine health needs.
3:25 pm 111 Minna Gallery | 111 Minna St
Since 1993, 111 Minna Gallery has been a cornerstone of San Francisco culture, serving as a crucial platform for the Bay Area arts community that has helped launch and nurture the careers of pivotal artists over three decades. This iconic venue on Minna Street showcases monthly art exhibits while transforming nightly to host everything from art openings and film screenings to dance parties and community benefits. 111 Minna Gallery provides an unforgettable ambiance for both emerging and established artists, making it an essential destination where art, community, and career development converge in downtown San Francisco
3:45 pm Koolfi Creamery | 50 Fremont St, #125
Koolfi Creamery fuses traditional Indian kulfi flavors with artisanal ice cream, honoring the culinary heritage of founders Priti’s South Indian and Mads’ Indo-German families. Born from a serendipitous bus accident that launched their journey in 2018, the duo crafts small-batch ice creams using organic Straus Family Creamery dairy and complex spices like saffron, cardamom, and rosewater. Each scoop features signature toppings like Mysore Pak ghee fudge and cashew chikki pralines, plus innovative world-first creations like gluten-free fermented dosa waffle cones.
4:10pm Hungry Crumbs | 215 Fremont St, #5B
Hungry Crumbs emerged in late 2024 as part of SF New Deal’s Vacant to Vibrant program, transforming a once-empty storefront into downtown San Francisco’s beloved cookie destination. This handcrafted bakery specializes in stuffed cookies with each batch carefully crafted to achieve a crisp exterior and irresistibly gooey center. From their signature Lemon Curd Cookie to the indulgent Pecan Dulce de Leche, every flavor reflects their commitment to unique fusion and joyful ingredients. Hungry Crumbs is more than just a bakery—it’s a community hub where neighbors gather to savor one sweet moment at a time.
4:35pm Craftivity | 215 Fremont St, #1
Craftivity is a San Francisco-based arts and crafts studio that brings creative joy to people of all ages through hands-on workshops and classes. Founded on the belief that “creating brings us joy,” the studio is led by passionate artists who specialize in everything from chainmail jewelry to papercraft games. They provide mobile arts and crafts services for corporate events, parties, and team building activities throughout the Bay Area, having successfully hosted events for major companies like Google, Meta, and Reddit.
5:00pm Greyhound/The Crossing | 200 Folsom St (Reception)
The Greyhound SF is a vibrant outdoor bar and beer garden located at The Crossing in San Francisco’s East Cut neighborhood, built on the site of the former Greyhound bus station. Despite its casual container exterior, it operates as a full bar featuring local beers, high-end spirits, and expertly crafted cocktails. The pet-friendly venue offers pickleball courts, theatre-size screens, a food grotto, and hosts m
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Punk Rock Karaoke
2025-08-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 2nd Street Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Pick your favorite Ramones, Green Day, or Dead Kennedy’s tune and show the establishment you don’t give a f%$* by singing fully licensed ASCAP approved music! Bring out your leather jackets, spike your hair, and use that terrible fake British accent to bring down the establishment!

I Saw, but I Did Not See | Winston Smith Solo Exhibition
2025-08-21 17:00 - 22:00 | 111 Minna Gallery and Event Space, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
This is a make-up show following the postponement of Winston’s previous exhibition due to a sudden heart attack. Moved to 111 Minna Gallery.

111 Minna Gallery and Studio Fallout Present“I Saw but I Did Not See” – A Solo Exhibition by Winston Smith
111 Minna Gallery and Studio Fallout are proud to present I Saw but I Did Not See, the first San Francisco solo exhibition by legendary collage artist Winston Smith since 2023.
Originally planned for North Beach, the show has been reimagined as a pop-up exhibition at 111 Minna—an exciting one-night-only event where all artworks will be sold directly off the walls.
This is a make-up show following the postponement of Winston’s previous exhibition due to a sudden heart attack. Now recovered and creatively recharged, Winston has returned to the blade with his signature urgency, producing an entirely new body of work.
I Saw but I Did Not See draws deeply from the chaos of current events, showcasing a powerful mix of all-new pieces and classic works from the archives. Some are searing and prophetic; others lean toward the playful and reflective—but all are unmistakably Winston.
From Renaissance to Dada, Winston’s visual language invites viewers into a psychic journey through the absurd, the unjust, and the beautifully surreal.
Join us on Thursday, August 21st at 111 Minna Gallery. The exhibition begins at 5 PM, with Punk Rock Karaoke at 6 PM and goes until 10pm. 21+
This is a rare opportunity to experience—and take home—original works by one of punk’s most iconic and enduring visual voices.
“I’m looking forward to debuting this exhibition” says Winston Smith, Creative Director at Studio Fallout. “We’ll be showcasing new originals as well as some of my favorite classic compositions from the past, complimented by some whimsical, thought-provoking pieces to soften the blow. Hope you can make the scene!”

Trivia: The Performance
2025-08-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Zappa Room, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
This is more than Karaoke; this is Karaoke: The Performance!
Bring your trivia and your sense of adventure for this evening of Q&A and surprises.

DJ Dana Party
2025-08-16 19:00 - 2025-08-17 00:00 | Zappa Room, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States

Open Decks: Community Art In Motion | Exhibition Opening Party
2025-08-14 17:00 - 20:00 | 220 Montgomery St, 220 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA, 94104, United States
A collaborative art exhibition and cultural program featuring original art by 100 Bay Area artists on skateboard decks from KALW & 111 Minna Gallery.
Event location: 220 Montgomery Street San Francisco, CA 94104

Open Decks: Community Art in Motion is a living embodiment of the new Downtown San Francisco scene curated by Irene Hernandez-Feiks and presented by KALW Public Media and 111 Minna Gallery. It’s a creative exhibit encompassing original art on skateboard decks by 100 Bay Area artists, presented alongside dozens of live journalism, music, and culture events at KALW’s downtown live events studio at 220 Montgomery Street. The exhibition and events spotlight the diverse culture of creativity, innovation, and service that defines Bay Area life.
This exhibit is free and open to the public on Fridays from 12 PM – 6 PM, and during KALW events at 220 Montgomery.

Includes Original Artwork by:
aka_chinita,Aaron Johnson,Abel Manalo,Adam Caldwell,Alberto Ybarra,Alice Koswara,Amandalynn,Amber Allen,Amy Ahlstrom,Andrew MacRae,Andrew Tuazon,Artemisia Farris,Brandon Tomovic,Break Fake,Brett Amory,Brian J Hoffman,Cat Sommer,Charmaine Olivia,Chris Farris,Chris Leib,Chris Stokes,Cindy Shih,Cleng Sumagaysay,Daryll Peirce,D Young V,Debra Dee,Derek Lynch,Devon Blood,DEX,DUSER,Dylan Mertz,Eddie Colla,Eddie O. Rodriguez,Emilia Baria (Emi),Eric Joyner,Felipe Soltero,Gera 1,Hannah Sitzer,Ian Ross,Javier Hernandez,Jes Petrie,Jesus Hernandez,Joel Millikan,Jorge Duh,Josh Thurman,Josh Wolitzky,Joshua Nissen King,Justin Marks,Kenly Warren,Lacey Bryant,Lana Kohn,Liz Strickland,Lucas Bononi,Luis Tinoco,Maria Carmela Cucueco,Marina Berlin,Max Ehrman Eon75,Melanie Getman,Michael Murphy,Michael Scott,Michael Walsh,Mike Davis,Mike Kavanagh,Natalie McKean,Nimisha Doongarwal,Nora Bruhn,Paul Lewin,Racquel Jones,Raul D’Mauries,Ricky Watts,Rob “Pengoo” Casanovas,Romanowski,Russel Deleon,Russell Ryan,San Franpsycho,Paula Koala,Shannon Glasheen,Shervin,Sonja Navin,Stephanie Steiner,Steve Javiel,Tanya Herrera,The Tracy Piper,Tomo77,Txutxo Perez,Ursula Xanthe Young,Winterlaced,Ximena Rendon,Youbeen Kim

About the Organizers
KALW Public Media is not just a radio station — it’s an experiment in what public media should be. Based in the Bay Area, KALW serves as a catalyst for civic engagement, a home for groundbreaking storytelling, and a training ground for the next generation of media-makers.

We exist to ignite conversation, nurture new voices, challenge conventions, and empower communities to strive for and celebrate a better world. Through music, journalism, live events, and a deep commitment to inclusion and innovation, KALW amplifies stories that shape the future of democracy, justice, and belonging.
Live, free, and open to the public, KALW’s 220 Montgomery event studio and art gallery reinvented a long dormant storefront as a thriving culture hub as part of the Vacant to Vibrant program’s first cohort in 2023. Since moving downtown, we’ve hosted more than 150 live events serving thousands of people and become a key contributor to downtown revitalization programs.

For over 30 years, 111 Minna Gallery has been a beacon of art and culture in the Bay Area, earning accolades such as Best Art Gallery (2019 & 2018 / SF Weekly) and the Small Business of the Year Award (2018 / SF Chamber of Commerce, 2018 Ebbies).
As a longtime home for the Bay Area creative community, 111 Minna has hosted hundreds of exhibits and thousands of parties, making it a key cultivator of Bay Area creative culture. They are committed to creating a welcoming and creative space dedicated to community art and culture in Downtown San Francisco.

Irene Hernandez-Feiks is a visionary curator and producer whose 20-year imprint on Bay Area culture includes 500+ large-scale exhibitions that have showcased hundreds of artists, drawn thousands of attendees, and reflect the deep relationships and creative community she continues to nurture.

In Formation Magazine Launch Party
2025-08-13 17:30 - 22:00 | 2nd Street Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
