David Brower Center

David Brower Center A home for the environmental movement—advocating for the protection of the planet and its people. https://lnk.bio/browercenter

The David Brower Center provides a home for the environmental movement by advocating for the beauty, diversity and ecological integrity of Earth. The Brower Center accomplishes this mission through a distinctive combination of permanent infrastructure and ongoing programs in a unique civic institution that:

* Informs the public about the environmental challenges we face and the bold actions we mu

st take if ours is to remain a living planet.

* Inspires people to recognize their own power and responsibility to act on behalf of the Earth.

* Connects individuals and organizations dedicated to social equity and ecological sustainability. The Brower Center fulfills these commitments through three core programs:

* Art and Education, which offers museum-quality exhibitions and public programs that serve to educate audiences about a wide range of environmental issues and foster a more engaged citizenry.

* Resident Organizations, through which the Center houses 30+ nonprofits and social enterprises and provides capacity building and networking opportunities

*Event Rentals, hosting more than 300 events every year for nonprofit and private businesses, and strengthening the green event industry by requiring clients to abide by low-waste, green principles. Together these programs bring over 50,000 people to the Brower Center each year and draw nonprofit organizations, social entrepreneurs, artists, activists, and the general public to engage in creative dialogue and action.

The opening reception of the Art/Act: Local 2026 exhibition is less than a week away! Join us at the Brower Center in Do...
06/05/2026

The opening reception of the Art/Act: Local 2026 exhibition is less than a week away! Join us at the Brower Center in Downtown Berkeley on Thursday, June 11 from 6:30 to 8:30pm as we celebrate this year’s immensely talented cohort of Northern California-based artists: Liat Berdugo, Jennifer Peart, Piyaali B Samanta, and Simon Tran. In Flow State, these artists examine the phenomenon of borders, raising timely questions related to migration, ecology, and displacement. All are welcome at this free event. Tasty bites by Gather will be served. RSVP today to reserve your spot—follow our link in bio, or visit bit.ly/flowstateshow

Slide 1: Liat Berdugo, “Tsipori over Safuriyya”
Slide 2: Piyaali B Samanta, “Mappa Mundi Bolpur, India”
Slide 3: Simon Tran, “Plant Hybridity”
Slide 4: Jennifer Peart, “A Great Rendezvous”

04/23/2026

Need a boost of climate optimism this Earth Month? Hear from Berkeley High’s graphic design teacher Gabriel Berent and freshman year student King about their experiences participating in this year’s Art/Act: Youth exhibition!

FYP (For Your Planet) is now on view at the Brower Center through May 14. Don’t miss the chance to see vibrant, activating artwork by talented artists like King. Visit browercenter.org for gallery hours and more information.

So grateful to host this fun event and to help small businesses learn how they can help in the fight against climate cha...
04/22/2026

So grateful to host this fun event and to help small businesses learn how they can help in the fight against climate change by becoming certified green businesses!

The 2026 Conference is just under a week away! Join us in Downtown Berkeley March 26-28 for an expansive, inspiring con...
03/18/2026

The 2026 Conference is just under a week away! Join us in Downtown Berkeley March 26-28 for an expansive, inspiring conference connecting social and environmental changemakers of all disciplines, from scientists to creatives to community organizers. The Brower Center is excited to host an array of film screenings, panel talks, and youth programs as part of this truly unique three day gathering. All access as well as single day passes are available! Register today with the code 360b20 for 20% off— visit bit.ly/BIONEERS26 or follow the link in our bio.

03/12/2026

Two Speaker Series in one month?! Yes, you saw that right!

Join Naturalist and Conservationist Jeff Miller, author of "Bay Area Wildlife - an Irreverent Guide", for our second speaker series of the month.

Learn about the ecology and antics of the Bay Area’s most charismatic wildlife species. Learn about conservation and recovery of iconic Bay Area critters such as tule elk, elephant seals, river otters, beavers, bald eagles, burrowing owls, salmon, and condors. Jeff’s irreverent and entertaining take on our region’s coolest fauna will inspire your local wildlife viewing excursions and adventures.

Learn more and pre-register here: https://goldengatebirdalliance.org/speaker_series/tales-of-animal-sex-murder-and-mayhem/

This month, will return to Downtown Berkeley for another unforgettable conference! We’re excited to host this annual ga...
03/05/2026

This month, will return to Downtown Berkeley for another unforgettable conference! We’re excited to host this annual gathering of social and environmental changemakers. Need a boost of inspiration for these challenging times? Join us for three days of workshops, discussions, and performances as we strive to build connections and resilience together. Single day passes are also available. Register today with the code 360b20 for 20% off— visit bit.ly/BIONEERS26 or follow the link in our bio.

Our next exhibition opening is TONIGHT, Friday Feb. 27! Join us from 6:30-8:30pm for a lively reception, tasty food, and...
02/27/2026

Our next exhibition opening is TONIGHT, Friday Feb. 27! Join us from 6:30-8:30pm for a lively reception, tasty food, and inspiring art by talented Bay Area youth. There’s still time to RSVP for this free event— visit bit.ly/aay2026 or follow the link in our bio. See you then!

Sick of doomscrolling? We’ve got the antidote. Join us this Friday, February 27 at 6:30pm for the opening reception of F...
02/23/2026

Sick of doomscrolling? We’ve got the antidote. Join us this Friday, February 27 at 6:30pm for the opening reception of FYP (For Your Planet), an art exhibition featuring hopeful climate futures imagined by Bay Area youth. Students from Berkeley High, Richmond High, and Skyline High contributed their unique and vibrant visions for our planet to this show. Get energized and inspired by their creativity! Tasty refreshments will be served at this free event. To RSVP, visit bit.ly/aay2026 or follow the link in our bio.

Image 1: Kelsey Alfaro, “Nature of Sun”
Image 2: Fiona Kordosky, “Sisyphus’s Beetle”
Image 3: April Liljefelt, “It’s Our Future”
Image 4: Dream Campbell, “A Slice of Summer”

We’re gearing up for the Brower Center’s annual youth art exhibition! Here’s a behind the scenes look at and students ...
02/13/2026

We’re gearing up for the Brower Center’s annual youth art exhibition! Here’s a behind the scenes look at and students deep in the creative process.

Join us on Friday, February 27 at 6:30pm for the opening reception of FYP (For Your Planet) to see the finished artwork! This year’s show features art by 83 Bay Area high school students expressing their visions for ideal climate futures. Tasty refreshments will be served at this fun, free-to-attend event! To RSVP, visit bit.ly/aay2026 or follow our link in bio.

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2150 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA
94704

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4am

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