The City of Berkeley Cube Space is a contemporary art gallery located in the heart of downtown Berkeley at 2010 Addison Street. Unlike traditional galleries, its curated exhibits are always visible to the public through three glass walls in a 200 sq. ft. space. The space features a rotating series of three-month exhibitions by emerging and mid-career Bay Area artists.Current Exhibition…
Past InstallationsJim McKee: January 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026 Berkeley Sonic Prayer Flags is an eight-channel sound installation featuring an eclectic mix of music and soundscapes from the past and present. The work is inspired by Berkeley’s rich history, chronicled in archival recordings from KPFA, Pacifica Radio Archives, The Berkeley Art Museum and…
Host your next party, meeting, wedding, or performance in a City of Berkeley space. You can reserve areas in parks, community centers, senior centers, and camps.Start by submitting a reservation request online or via email. City staff will review your request, confirm availability, and help you complete the reservation.Learn more below about each type of facility and how to apply.Weddings and…
About Measure FFMeasure FF will provide an estimated $15 million annually for 14 years (estimated $267 million over the 14-year duration, including inflation) to make repairs to streets, sidewalks, and pedestrian paths. Berkeley voters passed Measure FF in November 2024 with 60% approval. The original ballot question for Measure FF: Sustainable and Accountable Funding for Equitable Street…
Very hot days are becoming more common in Berkeley, especially in summer and fall. Take steps now to protect yourself and others.
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African-American/Black and Latinx youth and their families can sign up for free or low-cost programs supported by the City of Berkeley’s Youth Equity Partnership (YEP). YEP provides funding to nonprofit community agencies to offer a wide range of programs from infancy through high school. To find out if your child is eligible and how to apply for services—including child care, tutoring…
About Measure OMeasure O provides $135 million of funding from bond revenue to pay for affordable housing projects. Berkeley voters passed Measure O in November 2018 with 77.5% approval. The original ballot question read:Shall the measure to issue $135 million in bonds to create and preserve affordable housing for low-income households, working families, and individuals including teachers,…
Owners of multifamily and commercial buildings below 25,000 sqft are required to comply with the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) requirements before listing their building for sale. These rules apply to 3-4 unit residential buildings until January 2028, at which point they will be transitioned to comply with the resilience upgrade requirements. These rules also apply to single-family…
Starting January 1, 2026, anyone selling a single-family home or duplex in Berkeley must:
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