Looking for Utopia: American Artists' Communities

Utopia is Everywhere

Many artists have sought a place to commune, create, and craft outside the convention and strictures of society.

They have set up dozens of artist communities, some utopian, some dystopian, from 19^th century American experiments to 20^th century enclaves like Arcosanti and, of course, Burning Man.

What have they achieved?
What goals do they serve?
Come find out.

Independent Docent Speaker: Avril Angevine

This talk is coincides with the Art of Burning Man exhibit at the Oakland Museum, 10/12/2019 – 2/16/2020.