Events

Sep 11, 2019

Why Cannabis? Why CBD? Why Now?

This talk will examine the factors contributing to the current pro-cannabis cultural shift and the surge of interest in CBD.

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Events

Sep 17, 2019

Intoxicating Plants Walking Tour at the UC Botanical Garden

Join us for a leisurely stroll through the Garden to learn about the plants people have used to heal pain, cause pain, bring about pleasure, celebrate the sacred, and sym…

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Sep 18, 2019

Cannabis Neurobiology: More Complex than Black-Hole Astrophysics

Join neurobiologist David Presti for a look into the complicated interactions between cannabis and the human brain.

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Sep 25, 2019

Evolving Economies of Cannabis

Two leading experts will speak about the economic and social implications of a growing global cannabis industry.

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Oct 05, 2019

Opening Reception: Sacred Deities of Ancient Egypt

Join photographer Jacqueline Thurston for a talk and reception celebrating the opening of the exhibit Sacred Deities of Ancient Egypt.

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Oct 24, 2019

Intoxicating Plants Walking Tour at the UC Botanical Garden

Please note that registration for these tours must be made through the UC Berkeley Garden's website. An RSVP through Eventbrite does not guarantee you a space on the tour…

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Oct 24, 2019

Seeing Shamanic Practices in Ancient Peruvian Pottery

Join archaeologist Cathy Costin for an exploration of ancient ceramics and what their designs reveal about the use of psychotropics.

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Oct 27, 2019

Family Workshop: Mandala Making

Join this month’s Family Workshop at the Hearst Museum! Explore the meditative benefits and mind-altering effects of mandala making. This is a drop-in workshop for all ag…

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Nov 21, 2019

The Daily Life of Betel: from Leaf to Nut, Preparation to Ritual

Learn about the botany, history, and cultural importance of betel in Southern India.

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Dec 05, 2019

The Age of Intoxication: Psychoactive Drugs in World History

How have perceptions of drugs changed over time? This lecture will explore the history of drugs in the colonial era and beyond.

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Host your next event at the Hearst Museum!

Did you know that the Hearst Museum is now available to rent? Perfect for your next gala, conference, meeting or screening, our global collections provide a unique space for any event.

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Exhibits

Current

The Genesis of Leymusoom

August 5th, 2019 - October 2nd, 2019 On view in the lobby of Kroeber Hall About this Exhibit Initiated in 2017 by artist Heesoo Kwon, Leymusoom is an artistic, communal,…

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Current

Pleasure, Poison, Prescription, Prayer: The Worlds of Mind-Altering Substances

If you take a sip of coffee, are you on drugs? If you have a sweet tooth, are you a sugar addict? If you try psychedelics, are you committing a crime? The Hearst invites…

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Current

HearstCAVE

This 3D visualization wall allows visitors to virtually explore archaeological sites around the world, and will ultimately be a space to interact with 3D models of object…

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Other Services

Rent the Hearst Museum Gallery

Our global collections provide an enriching backdrop for any event, offering guests a captivating space to mingle and explore. Whether you are looking for a unique banque…

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