Campaign for Expansion of Oceanside Museum of Art
Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) is at a critical milestone moment, with a unique opportunity to expand our footprint and increase access to the arts. With your support, the arts will continue to thrive, and OMA will continue to serve as a cultural cornerstone in our region.
Click on each of the images below to learn more about the future of OMA!
Construction is planned to begin as early as spring of 2027, with the expanded Museum opening in late 2028.
Warm and welcoming, personal and unpretentious, OMA provides measurable benefits to the social health and economic wellbeing of the community many of us call home, or love to visit. The visionary citizens who founded OMA saw the potential for an art museum to positively impact the lives of many in the surrounding areas, and, through their tireless efforts, created a cultural resource with a spirit consistent with the character of our region. This expansion effort presents an opportunity to enhance and secure this vital resource for years to come. By providing a place for meaningful experiences and fostering a sense of belonging and connection, OMA contributes to a thriving community.
OMA continues to set trends, take risks, and reach further, in order to better our community.
Known for vanguard exhibitions and award-winning education programs, OMA brings people together to celebrate the art and stories of Southern California artists. With several hundred artworks by Southern California artists in its permanent collection, OMA engages more than 30,000 visitors annually through ever-changing exhibitions, events, and community-based programs.
A Glimpse Into What's Planned
Click the video below to see a flythrough of a potential concept of the planned OMA expansion, courtesy of Safdie Rabines Architects. Note that all images, concepts, and layouts suggested in this flythrough video are for informational purposes only, are subject to change, and should not be used without express permission from OMA and Safdie Rabines Architects.
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Case for Support
Oceanside Museum of Art has a unique opportunity to integrate the adjacent historic Fire Station 1 into its current campus as the City of Oceanside makes progress on building a new state-of-the-art fire station.
Meaningful Experiences
- Increased Gallery Space
- Preserve the Legacy of Art-Making in the Region
- Inspire the Next Generation
Belonging & Connection
- Serve as a Community Magnet
- Preserve History and Celebrate Irving J. Gill Architecture
A Thriving Community
- Strengthen Cultural Destination Status
- Ensure the Museum’s Sustainability