More than any single event since its incorporation as a city in 1852, World War II transformed Oakland, notably West Oakland. One result of the influx of workers and economic vitality that the War brought to West Oakland was the development of Sevent... more
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Alena Museum provides a supportive space for members to draw from their rich cultural heritage to bring new ideas to market, giving teeth to the concept of cultural equality. more
Bottoms Up Community Garden is a community-based organization, growing food, experimenting with urban agriculture and inspiring the local community to engage in food security. more
Through an innovative community-driven development plan, Esther's Orbit Room & Cultural Arts Center is set to become a cultural and economic asset for Oakland and the Black Arts Community for generations to come. more
Jean Sweeney Open Space Park is bordered by Constitution Way, Atlantic Avenue and Sherman Street. It is located on the former Alameda Beltline Railroad property that was secured by the City at its original purchase price due to the advocacy efforts... more
We are a farming technology organization located in West Oakland.  We use aquaponics to improve life’s in urban and rural communities by utilizing traditional concepts, local materials and modern technologies. more
Since our founding in 1883 as the first racially integrated orphanage in Northern California, Lincoln has impacted the lives of children and families through evolving programs. Today, we provide preventative, individualized and comprehensive support... more
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Middle Harbor Shoreline Park (MHSP) is a 38-acre shoreline park built by the Port of Oakland and operated by the East Bay Regional Park District for the community, with more than two miles of pathways encircling Middle Harbor Basin. Photo Credit: &... more
Mission Statement:  To educate, stimulate, motivate and enrich the lives of families and children, and to develop cultural awareness that will facilitate a better understanding of how to live in a diverse community.... more
Park featuring a baseball diamond & a multi-sport field. There's also a playground and a putting green. more
On Redwood Road, just a few miles over the ridge from downtown Oakland, is a hidden redwood forest whose peaceful groves give little evidence of its bustling past. In the mid-1800s, what is now Redwood Regional Park was the scene of extensive logging... more
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The 16th Street Station is a historic landmark in West Oakland, California and is now available as a one-of-a-kind rental space. The site offers a breath-taking majestic Main Hall, brick industrial space and gritty urban graffiti in one unusual packa... more
Warehouse 416 is a space where artists and small businesses grow their talents and their businesses. It is complete with 3 work spaces, 3 office spaces, a conference room, and an indoor courtyard gallery. more