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SUMMARY:2026 Upcoming Exhibits
DESCRIPTION:Petaluma Historical Library and Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th and B Street)\nHours: Thursday – Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nFree\, Donations appreciated \nAugust-December 2026 Exhibition Schedule\n  \n \nAugust 6-30\nTrans Magic: Owning Our Stories of Strength and Resilience:  An Exhibit\nA community-curated exhibit celebrating the creativity\, organizing\, and history of trans and gender-expansive people in the North Bay and greater Bay Area. \n \nSeptember 4 – October 4\nBeLongings:  What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\nAn exhibit exploring migration\, memory\, loss\, resilience\, and belonging through meaningful personal objects and the stories they carry.  At its heart\, BeLongings asks:  What do we carry?  What do we leave behind?  What helps us belong? \n \nOctober 8 – November 8\nDia De Los Muertos\nIn partnership with El Dia De Los Muertos Petaluma\, the Museum will host this exhibition of ofrendas and artworks in celebration of Day of the Dead. \n \nNovember 12 – January 10\nToys Through Time:  Mechanical Marvels\nCelebrate the ingenuity\, artistry\, and wonder of antique mechanical toys from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.  The exhibition showcases beautifully crafted clockwork figures\, whimsical automata\, and ingenious games that captivated generations before the digital age.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/2026-upcoming-exhibits/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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SUMMARY:Current Exhibit - Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind
DESCRIPTION:September 3 – October 4\, 2026\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nHours:  Thursday – Sunday\,  10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nAdmission Free\,  Donations Appreciated \n\nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is a community storytelling exhibition exploring migration\, memory\, and belonging through the meaningful objects people carry across generations. Featuring the voices of immigrants\, refugees\, migrants\, adoptees\, and others who have journeyed to new homes\, the exhibition invites participants to share treasured belongings and the stories they hold—of family\, resilience\, loss\, hope\, and identity. Through objects\, photographs\, audio\, video\, and personal narratives\, Belongings reveals migration as an enduring human experience that has shaped Petaluma and communities around the world. More than an exhibition\, it is an invitation to listen\, connect\, and discover the shared humanity that binds us across cultures\, generations\, and time. \nFor more information on upcoming events and to make a donation please also visit our sister site: Sonoma County Belongings \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/current-exhibit-belongings-what-we-bring-what-we-leave-behind/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T203000
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SUMMARY:Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind Opening Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 4\, 6 – 8:30 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nAdmission is free and open to the public. \nRSVP is recommended.\n\nDonations to help offset the cost of food are appreciated but not required. \n\n\n\nEnjoy music\, dance\, storytelling\, and food to honor the many cultures\, traditions\, and journeys that have shaped our community. \n\n\n\nJoin us for the opening celebration of Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, a community exhibition exploring migration\, memory\, and belonging through the treasured objects and personal stories that connect us across generations. \nThis joyful evening brings together music\, dance\, storytelling\, and food to honor the many cultures\, traditions\, and journeys that have shaped our community. Meet exhibition participants\, explore the galleries\, and celebrate the opening of this community-created exhibition. \nThe evening will feature: \n\nA welcome and song by Joe Salinas\, founder of the Pomo Dancers\nA vibrant Lion Dance presented by the Sonoma County Vietnamese Association\nA powerful performance by Danza Azteca\nA special proclamation presented by the Mayor of Petaluma\nPalestinian food and refreshments\n\nEveryone is invited to wear clothing that reflects their cultural heritage—or simply come as you are. This celebration is about honoring the stories\, traditions\, and communities that make Petaluma home. \nWe look forward to celebrating with you! \nABOUT THE EXHIBIT\nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. Through meaningful objects\, photographs\, oral histories\, and personal narratives\, the exhibition shares the stories of immigrants\, refugees\, migrants\, adoptees\, and others who have journeyed to new homes\, revealing migration as an enduring human experience that connects us across cultures and generations. \nBelongings is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/belongings-what-we-bring-what-we-leave-behind-opening-celebration/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Opening Reception
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T103000
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SUMMARY:Downtown Petaluma Walking Tours-September
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Petaluma’s fascinating history\, filled with unique characters and surprising stories.\nPlease meet on the steps of the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum\n10:30 am to 12:00 pm\nFree\, Donations Appreciated.\nDowntown Petaluma Walking Tours in September\n(Please register for ticket)\n \nOur docents guide you through Petaluma’s downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Meet us on the steps of the Petaluma Historical Museum. \nWant to schedule a private tour for friends and family? Sounds great\, please contact us at poyevents2026@gmail.com
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/downtown-petaluma-walking-tours-september/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,History Trails Walks,Petalumans of Yesteryear
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SUMMARY:BELONGINGS: Bringing Memories to Life
DESCRIPTION:A Creative Workshop on Memory\, Grief & Storytelling Facilitated by Filmmaker Danièle Wilmouth\n\nSaturday\, September 5\, 3-6 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nRegistration:  $30 per person\n• Limited to 12 participants\n• Light snacks will be provided.\n\n\nWhat do we do with the things our loved ones leave behind? \n\n\nJoin award-winning filmmaker Danièle Wilmouth for an intimate\, three-hour workshop exploring how meaningful objects can become powerful vessels for memory\, healing\, and creative expression. \nDrawing from her own artistic practice\, Danièle will share how she uses photographs\, letters\, family documents\, music\, treasured objects\, and stop-motion animation to honor loved ones and transform personal stories into lasting works of art. \nParticipants are invited to bring one to three meaningful objects that hold a special memory or story. Through film excerpts\, guided conversation\, and creative brainstorming\, you’ll explore ways to preserve family history through storytelling\, writing\, journaling\, archival materials\, and simple stop-motion animation techniques. No filmmaking or artistic experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to reflect. \nWhether you’re looking to preserve family memories\, process grief\, or discover new creative ways to tell your story\, this workshop offers a welcoming space for reflection\, connection\, and inspiration. \nThis workshop is presented in conjunction with Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. The exhibition explores migration\, memory\, and belonging through the treasured objects and personal stories that connect us across generations. \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/belongings-bringing-memories-to-life/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T200000
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SUMMARY:Stories We Carry
DESCRIPTION:Every object has a story. Meet the people behind them. \n\n\n\nMultiple Dates: September 12 & 19\, 6-8 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nFree Admission\, Light refreshments will be served.\nRSVP is recommended.\n\n\n\nJoin us for two special evenings with the community storytellers featured in Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind. Through family heirlooms\, treasured keepsakes\, photographs\, letters\, and everyday belongings\, participants will share the deeply personal stories that bring the exhibition to life. \nHear firsthand reflections on migration\, identity\, resilience\, family\, and the meaning of home. These intimate conversations offer a rare opportunity to connect directly with the individuals whose voices and objects are featured throughout the exhibition\, creating space for dialogue\, empathy\, and shared understanding. \nFollowing the storytelling program\, continue the conversation while exploring the exhibition and enjoying light refreshments. \nStories We Carry is presented as part of Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. The exhibition explores migration\, memory\, and belonging through the meaningful objects and personal stories that connect us across generations and cultures. \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/stories-we-carry/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260918T180000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Reverend Deborah Lee
DESCRIPTION:An evening of film\, conversation\, and community dialogue exploring displacement\, immigrant justice\, and what genuine security can look like. \n\n\nFriday\, September 18\, 6-8 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nEvent Details\n\n\nFree admission\nDonations are encouraged. Proceeds benefit the Petaluma Museum and the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity.\nLight refreshments will be served.\nSeating is limited. RSVP is recommended.\n\nHow do we create communities where everyone feels safe\, welcome\, and able to belong? \n\n\n\n\nJoin Rev. Deborah Lee\, Co-Executive Director of the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity\, and Petaluma filmmaker Lina Hoshino for an evening of film\, conversation\, and community dialogue exploring displacement\, immigrant justice\, and what genuine security can look like. \nThe evening begins with a screening of selected excerpts from the award-winning 2011 documentary Living Along the Fenceline\, a film created in collaboration with Rev. Lee and Hoshino that examines the human impact of militarized borders and the communities living alongside them. Following the screening\, the filmmakers will reflect on the film’s enduring relevance and invite audience members into a thoughtful conversation and Q&A. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how communities can respond to displacement with compassion\, strengthen connections across differences\, and imagine new possibilities for belonging and collective care. \nAbout Rev. Deborah Lee\nRev. Deborah Lee is the Co-Executive Director of Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity\, a California-based multifaith organization working for the dignity and full inclusion of immigrants and people impacted by incarceration. Her work brings together faith\, immigrant justice\, racial justice\, anti-militarism\, and community organizing. As a leader with Women for Genuine Security\, she has worked with communities across borders to reimagine what genuine security means for people\, families\, and the places they call home. \nThis program is presented in conjunction with Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. Through meaningful objects and personal stories\, the exhibition explores migration\, memory\, and belonging\, inviting our community to reflect on the experiences that connect us across generations and cultures. \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/a-conversation-with-reverend-deborah-lee/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T150000
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SUMMARY:Petaluma Poetry Walk 2026 - 3-4 PM Readings At The Museum-Translator Poets
DESCRIPTION:Left: Our 2026 annual poetry magazine The Walk is available for preorder and will be available for sale at the event on Sunday\, September 20 and includes poetry from all 24 poets. Cover art is by Ellen Kombiyil\, co-winner of the Raleigh Review‘s 2025 Geri Digiorno Prize. Right: Cassandra Dallett reads at the Big Easy during the 2025 Petaluma Poetry Walk. Photo by Debbie Wilson.\nThe Petaluma Poetry Walk\nSunday\, September 20\, 2026\, from 11am-7pm\npetalumapoetrywalk.org\n \nThe 29th annual Petaluma Poetry Walk is FREE\, day-long celebration of live readings in the spaces of downtown Petaluma. The event features 24 poets sharing their work across eight local\, walkable venues. Come for one or more readings\, or stay for them all. Plan your day with the 2026 Event Schedule here. \nOur 2026 annual poetry magazine The Walk will be available at the event and includes poetry from all 24 poets. Cover art is by Ellen Kombiyil\, co-winner of the Raleigh Review‘s 2025 Geri Digiorno Prize. Preorder here. \n  \nReadings At The Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\nTranslator Poets\nSunday\, September 20\, 2026\n3:00 – 4:00 PM\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th and B Street)\nFree\nPat Nolan\n \nPat Nolan is the author of over a dozen books of poetry and four novels. His poetry\, prose\, and translations have appeared in numerous magazines and anthologies\, including The Paris Review\, Rolling Stone\, and Poems For The Millennium. His most recent book\, Ode To Sunset\, a fiction\, was published in 2025. He lives in Monte Rio. \nPhoto by Brian Howlett \nAdrián Arias\n \nAdrián Arias is a poet and visual artist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has published five poetry books in Peru and co-created the tarot deck Tarot en Pandemia y Revolución. His practice spans murals\, installations\, performance\, rooted in Moche heritage and social justice. He is currently translating Mar de palabras para amar. adrianarias.com \nPhoto by Joma \nFrancesca Bell\n \nFrancesca Bell is the author of Bright Stain and What Small Sound. She translated Whoever Drowned Here: New and Selected Poems by Max Sessner and co-translated Palestinian poet Shatha Abu Hnaish’s A Love That Hovers Like a Bedeviling Mosquito. Her poems have been translated into Italian\, Hungarian\, and Czech. She teaches poetry and embroidery at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. francescabellpoet.com \nPhoto by Emily Petrie \n 
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/petaluma-poetry-walk-2026-3-4-pm-readings-at-the-museum-translator-poets/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Petaluma Poetry Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T180000
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SUMMARY:Ink & Rhythm
DESCRIPTION:A Live Performance Celebrating Creativity\, Memory & Cultural Connection \n\n\nSaturday\, September 26\, 4-6 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\n\nSuggested $20 Donation \n\nExperience an extraordinary collaboration between acclaimed Chinese American artist Jun Jun and internationally celebrated Zimbabwean musician Piwai\, as painting and music unfold together in a live performance exploring creativity\, memory\, and cultural connection. \n\nThroughout the evening\, Jun Jun will create expressive paintings in real time while Piwai responds through song\, mbira\, and rhythm\, weaving together two artistic traditions in an improvisational dialogue that transcends language. Together\, they invite audiences to experience how art can carry memory\, celebrate identity\, and build bridges across cultures. \nFollowing the performance\, meet the artists\, explore the exhibition\, and enjoy authentic Zimbabwean cuisine provided by the Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California. \nAbout the Artists\nJun Jun is a Chinese American artist whose work is shaped by a lifelong journey between cultures. Born and educated in China\, she studied Zen calligraphy before moving to California in 1999\, where she later earned a degree in painting from Sonoma State University. Her work has been exhibited throughout the Bay Area\, including commissions for Levi’s Stadium and UCSF\, and she currently serves as an Artist in Residence at UCSF\, using expressive art to support cancer patients and their families. Her paintings reflect healing\, resilience\, and the beauty of our shared humanity. \nPiwai is an internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean singer\, songwriter\, and mbira player whose performances blend traditional Zimbabwean music with contemporary sounds. A gifted gwenyambira (traditional mbira musician)\, she has captivated audiences around the world and collaborated on the Grammy Award-winning album Last Days of Oakland. Beyond the stage\, Piwai works with grassroots organizations\, youth groups\, and nonprofits throughout California and Africa\, using music to foster cultural exchange\, community connection\, and social change. \nAbout the Exhibit\nThis performance is presented in conjunction with Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. Through meaningful objects\, photographs\, oral histories\, and personal narratives\, the exhibition explores migration\, memory\, and belonging while celebrating the many stories and traditions that shape our community. \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/ink-rhythm/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T183000
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SUMMARY:Si Pudiera Quedarme / If I Could Stay
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening & Conversation with Award-Winning Filmmaker Theo Rigby and a Special Guest\nWhat does it mean to fight for the right to stay home with your family? \n\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 27\, 4:30 -6:30 pm\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th & B Street)\nSuggested donation $5-$10. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.\nReserve Here\n\nJoin award-winning filmmaker Theo Rigby for a screening of Si Pudiera Quedarme / If I Could Stay\, followed by a conversation with Rigby and a special guest.\n\nFilmed over five years\, Si Pudiera Quedarme is an intimate and moving portrait of Jeanette and Ingrid\, two undocumented Latinx mothers who enter sanctuary in Bay Area churches rather than face deportation and separation from their families. \nAs the women navigate extraordinary uncertainty\, they organize\, advocate\, and build relationships with faith communities standing alongside them. Their stories illuminate the courage of families confronting the immigration system while exploring questions of sanctuary\, allyship\, power\, faith\, and what it means to truly belong. \nAt the center of the film are Jeanette and Ingrid themselves—not simply as people facing deportation\, but as leaders claiming their voices and mobilizing communities around them. Their journeys offer a powerful story of resilience\, family\, and the determination to create change. \nFollowing the approximately one-hour film\, stay for a conversation and audience Q&A with filmmaker Theo Rigby and a special guest. \nAbout Theo Rigby\n \nTheo Rigby is an award-winning San Francisco-based director\, cinematographer\, and interactive storyteller whose work has focused on the immigrant experience in the United States for more than a decade. He is the founder of iNation Media and the creator of projects including Waking Dream and Immigrant Nation. His films have been featured by The New York Times\, broadcast nationally on PBS’s POV\, and screened at Ellis Island\, the New York Film Festival\, and Cannes Film Festival. His film Sin País (Without Country) received a Student Academy Award. Rigby holds an MFA in Documentary Film from Stanford University and previously worked as an award-winning photojournalist. \nThis event is presented in conjunction with Belongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind\, on view September 4–October 4\, 2026\, at the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum. The exhibition explores migration\, memory\, and belonging through the treasured objects and personal stories that connect us across generations. \nBelongings: What We Bring\, What We Leave Behind is made possible through the generous support of California Humanities through its Connecting California grant program. We are also deeply grateful to our community partners and sponsors\, including the North Bay Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition\, Sonoma County Japanese American Citizens League\, Petaluma Arts Center\, Life on Art\, Zimbabwe Cultural Exchange Project of California\, El Día de los Muertos Petaluma\, Bolca Avia\, Chelsea Antiques\, Café Puente\, Rustic Bakery\, Quality Inn Petaluma\, and all of the organizations\, volunteers\, artists\, and community members whose collaboration has brought this exhibition to life.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/si-pudiera-quedarme-if-i-could-stay/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit Presentations
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