August 30, Gallery Tour - 90's Bay Area Hip Hop History

Set in a historic Victorian house and produced by an EMMY award winning cultural archivist, this indoor/outdoor gallery experience is an exhibition of original photographs,collages and, short stories by artist/activist Traci Bartlow of her days as a Hip Hop photojournalist in the Bay Area from 1992 - 1999.

Info: Upon arrival guest will meet at the tree in front of the house to learn information about the historic neighborhood and property you are visiting. We will then walk up the stairs through a majestic archway of this queen Anne victorian house to the 2nd floor galleries. Upon entering guest will view original photographs of the Bay Area's music scene, and excerpts of the many short stories that accompany this exhibition. Next we will exit the 2nd floor and view the 1st floor outdoor gallery and garden featuring photographs of my neighborhood. In the garden there are refreshments, music, places to dance or chill, and more photographs.

The guided tour will last 2 hours with breaks for guest to have refreshments and take in the art and music playlist on their own. The last 30 minutes open to questions, conversation, and expressions.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

B-Love's Guest House, 1131 Center Street, Oakland, United States