MUSEUM SPEAKER SERIES


Step into San Francisco’s most unexpected third space, a living fusion of community center, performing arts center, and Makerspace, where creativity is served with a home-cooked meal. Every week features a new presenter, from artists to innovators, ensuring each visit is a one-of-a-kind encounter. Every ARTALKS is personally hosted by Gregangelo, the museum’s eccentric proprietor, who shares stories, answers questions, and invites you into the wonder of his ever-evolving world. A feast for the senses, connection, conversation, and creativity await curious minds who crave an experience found only in San Francisco.
We are calling on fascinating people in their fields with bold voices: artists, educators, scientists, tech innovators, activists, and musicians or anyone with a ten-minute spark of insight, humor, or heart. ARTALKS welcomes presenters whose stories inspire community action and celebrate San Francisco’s creative pulse. From sing-alongs to social impact, from laughter to civic engagement, if your talk uplifts, engages, or awakens potential, we want to hear from you.
Your ARTALKS experience begins with a lively ten-minute presentation from local artists, luminaries, and cultural innovators. It's followed by a picnic lunch in The Garden of Innocence, where, as one artist said, “being here feels like celebrating a major holiday every day.” Then venture behind the scenes through our imaginative art center, community space, and working art studio. Meet the artists, explore local artwork in progress, and maybe even add your own touch within this shared space.
ART AND Q&A LECTURE
NEXT PRESENTER

Richard Kurylo is the manager of the Legacy Business Program for the City and County of San Francisco. The first-in-the-nation program recognizes that longstanding, community-serving businesses are valuable cultural assets of the city, and it provides Legacy Businesses with recognition and support to encourage their continued viability and success. Richard has a master’s degree in Geography from San Diego State University and extensive experience in neighborhood revitalization, business engagement, policy development, contracts, and budgets.
RICHARD KURYLO
Legacy Business Program Manager
PAST PRESENTERS

Daniel Lurie
Mayor of San Francisco

Susan Brown
Creator and Founder of Peer Talk Media

Devlin Shand
Co-Founder/ Owner of Queer Arts Featured

Annette Ribeiro
Art Educator

Lisa Burger
Executive Director of Independent Arts & Media

Daniel Nicoletta
Campaign Manager for Harvey Milk - Activist

Dr. Erica Anderson
International Authority on Transgender Health

Ralph Remington
Director of Cultural Affairs

David Talbot
Author

Jennifer Raiser
Treasurer of the Burning Man Project

Oubria Tronshaw
Writer

Sari Zagorski
911 Dispatcher
