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   AAPI HERITAGE

            MONTH

MAY 3–JUNE 30, 2025​

         LEVI'S PLAZA

​​OPENING NIGHT
 
MAY 9 | 6-9PM​

About
The center of the Levi's Plaza, a concrete fountain with many stepped sections, some with water, others dry, and a pool of greenish looking water at the bottom. There are trees with green leaves behind the water feature, and some leaves hanging down in the foreground of the photograph, framing the image. Partial views of the red brick multistory office buildings are visible from behind the fountain as well, with large, dark windows, and a different multistory building with a light stucco colored surface is further in the background.

AAPI Heritage Month 

Karl is proud to announce its forthcoming exhibition in honor of AAPI Heritage Month, opening May 3d at Levi’s Plaza. This special presentation will celebrate the expansive and evolving contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander artists, highlighting their voices, histories, and artistic practices. 

Building on the momentum of Karl’s previous pop-up exhibition, this show reaffirms the collective’s dedication to fostering dialogues and strengthening community through art. By bringing together a diverse roster of artists working across painting, sculpture, installation, and mixed media, the exhibition will explore themes of cultural heritage, migration, identity, and resistance. The participating artists engage in deeply personal and socially resonant narratives, offering perspectives that challenge, redefine, and expand the understanding of AAPI experiences. 

The Bay Area has long been shaped by the creativity, resilience, and activism of the AAPI community. From historical movements that have redefined civil rights to contemporary artistic expressions that push the boundaries of tradition and innovation, AAPI artists continue to shape the cultural fabric of the region and beyond. This exhibition serves not only as a celebration of these contributions but also as a critical reflection on the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have defined generations.

Karl invites audiences to engage with this powerful body of work, encouraging conversations that honor the past, confront the present, and envision a more inclusive and representative future. As the collective expands its mission to support emerging and established artists alike, the exhibition underscores the vital role of art in amplifying voices that have been historically overlooked or marginalized.

Through this presentation, Karl seeks to create a space where art becomes a conduit for connection, understanding, and action—a place where the richness of AAPI identities are not only seen and celebrated but deeply felt.

Participating Galleries and Organizations

The Bay Area has garnered significant media attention in recent years, often highlighting its challenges rather than its successes. With Karl, our goal is to celebrate the thriving arts ecosystem that persists and flourishes despite the headlines. Many of the participating organizations have championed artists for decades, while emerging galleries bring fresh energy to the local scene. Together, we aim to showcase the resilience and creativity that make this community so unique.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

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Location

1255 Battery St

San Francisco, CA 94111

In Levi's Plaza

Gallery Hours

Karl | May 3–June 30
 

Open by appointment

© 2025 by Karl Art.

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