Cartoon Art Museum
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Founded in 1984, CAM is a San Francisco-based, educational arts nonprofit that has something for everyone—from comic strips, comic books, and anime to political cartoons, graphic novels, and underground comix. Come visit our galleries: cartoonart.org
Thanks to local artists Chuck Whelon, Marcus Rodriguez, and Jeff Plotkin for all of the awesome sketches this past weekend during our SpongeBob movie event. We had a blast and gave away a bunch of plushies and sneak preview passes. #thespongebobmovie #sketchevent #popculture
December 9, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Thanks to local artists Chuck Whelon, Marcus Rodriguez, and Jeff Plotkin for all of the awesome sketches this past weekend during our SpongeBob movie event. We had a blast and gave away a bunch of plushies and sneak preview passes. #thespongebobmovie #sketchevent #popculture
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Signed copies available from the Cartoon Art Museum Bookstore! www.cartoonart.org/store
December 9, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Signed copies available from the Cartoon Art Museum Bookstore! www.cartoonart.org/store
Born on this day in 1894, cartoonist E.C. Segar introduced Popeye to the world in 1929 in his comic strip 'Thimble Theatre.' You can catch some of Segar's original work now along with other OG faces of the newspaper comics section in our exhibition 'Sunday Funnies.' #Popeye #cartoonist #art
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Born on this day in 1894, cartoonist E.C. Segar introduced Popeye to the world in 1929 in his comic strip 'Thimble Theatre.' You can catch some of Segar's original work now along with other OG faces of the newspaper comics section in our exhibition 'Sunday Funnies.' #Popeye #cartoonist #art
We're featuring a selection of pages from the new graphic novel 'You and Me on Repeat' by artist Mary Shyne (@maryshyneonline.bsky.social ) in our latest Emerging Artist Showcase. Come check it out. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/9/27/opening-reception-with-mary-shyne #artexhibition #graphicnovel
December 8, 2025 at 7:37 PM
We're featuring a selection of pages from the new graphic novel 'You and Me on Repeat' by artist Mary Shyne (@maryshyneonline.bsky.social ) in our latest Emerging Artist Showcase. Come check it out. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/9/27/opening-reception-with-mary-shyne #artexhibition #graphicnovel
Join us on Fri., Dec. 12, at a reception for our exhibition 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side' with artists Zareen Choudhury, Eric Drooker, Lonnie Millsap, Tom Toro, Mike Twohy, Mark Ulriksen, and Shannon Wheeler. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/12/west-coaster-reception
December 8, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Join us on Fri., Dec. 12, at a reception for our exhibition 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side' with artists Zareen Choudhury, Eric Drooker, Lonnie Millsap, Tom Toro, Mike Twohy, Mark Ulriksen, and Shannon Wheeler. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/12/west-coaster-reception
Drop by today between noon to 4pm our free Spongebob sketch event with local artists and activities, plus advance screening passes and schwag for the upcoming animated release 'The Spongebob Movie - Search for SquarePants.' cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/6/the-spongebob-movie-sketch-event
December 6, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Drop by today between noon to 4pm our free Spongebob sketch event with local artists and activities, plus advance screening passes and schwag for the upcoming animated release 'The Spongebob Movie - Search for SquarePants.' cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/6/the-spongebob-movie-sketch-event
We have two workshops happening on Sat., Dec. 13: Cartooning for Kids aimed at young creators and Cartooning for the Whole Family for the entire crew. Both are fun, laid back, and instructive. Visit cartoonart.org/calendar for more info on these and other programs. #diy #create #art #workshop
December 6, 2025 at 6:42 PM
We have two workshops happening on Sat., Dec. 13: Cartooning for Kids aimed at young creators and Cartooning for the Whole Family for the entire crew. Both are fun, laid back, and instructive. Visit cartoonart.org/calendar for more info on these and other programs. #diy #create #art #workshop
Are you ready, kids? This Sat., Dec. 6, we're hosting a free sketch event for the upcoming animated release 'The Spongebob Movie - Search for SquarePants' with local artists, advance screening passes, activities, and more. Be here! cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/6/the-spongebob-movie-sketch-event
December 5, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Are you ready, kids? This Sat., Dec. 6, we're hosting a free sketch event for the upcoming animated release 'The Spongebob Movie - Search for SquarePants' with local artists, advance screening passes, activities, and more. Be here! cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/6/the-spongebob-movie-sketch-event
Our exhibition ‘Sunday Funnies' features a myriad of original art and newspaper comics from our permanent collection by the likes of Hal Foster ('Prince Valiant'), George Herriman ('Krazy Kat'), Walt Kelly ('Pogo'), and many others. cartoonart.org/sunday-funnies #artexhibition #comics #PrinceValiant
December 3, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Our exhibition ‘Sunday Funnies' features a myriad of original art and newspaper comics from our permanent collection by the likes of Hal Foster ('Prince Valiant'), George Herriman ('Krazy Kat'), Walt Kelly ('Pogo'), and many others. cartoonart.org/sunday-funnies #artexhibition #comics #PrinceValiant
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Your Oakland Public Library card gets you free access to several museums and cultural centers!
Did you know that the Discover & Go program offers California library cardholders access to free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions, including the Cartoon Art Museum? It's an easy way to save money and still have fun. Check it out: discoverandgo.org/ #library #savings
December 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Your Oakland Public Library card gets you free access to several museums and cultural centers!
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It's true!
We offer Discover & Go - get free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions for Berkeley residents.
We offer Discover & Go - get free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions for Berkeley residents.
Did you know that the Discover & Go program offers California library cardholders access to free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions, including the Cartoon Art Museum? It's an easy way to save money and still have fun. Check it out: discoverandgo.org/ #library #savings
December 2, 2025 at 12:14 AM
It's true!
We offer Discover & Go - get free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions for Berkeley residents.
We offer Discover & Go - get free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions for Berkeley residents.
With Giving Tuesday now underway, we hope that you’ll consider making a pledge to CAM and celebrate our 41st anniversary this month. We appreciate your support and for helping to spread the word. Visit cartoonart.org/join-support to learn how to contribute. #givingtuesday #nonprofitsupport #thankyou
December 2, 2025 at 6:50 PM
With Giving Tuesday now underway, we hope that you’ll consider making a pledge to CAM and celebrate our 41st anniversary this month. We appreciate your support and for helping to spread the word. Visit cartoonart.org/join-support to learn how to contribute. #givingtuesday #nonprofitsupport #thankyou
Did you know that the Discover & Go program offers California library cardholders access to free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions, including the Cartoon Art Museum? It's an easy way to save money and still have fun. Check it out: discoverandgo.org/ #library #savings
December 1, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Did you know that the Discover & Go program offers California library cardholders access to free and discounted admission to local museums and attractions, including the Cartoon Art Museum? It's an easy way to save money and still have fun. Check it out: discoverandgo.org/ #library #savings
Oops! Here's the correct link: cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception
November 30, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Oops! Here's the correct link: cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception
We're two weeks out from a special holiday-themed reception (Sun., Dec. 14) with veteran animator Bobby Podesta in celebration of our mini-exhibition of original art from his debut graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' monthscartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception
November 30, 2025 at 8:06 PM
We're two weeks out from a special holiday-themed reception (Sun., Dec. 14) with veteran animator Bobby Podesta in celebration of our mini-exhibition of original art from his debut graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' monthscartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception
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Signed books galore (not just mine) at the Cartoon Art Museum!
Place your orders soon if you want signed Snoopy, TMNT, Batman: or Willowweep Manor books for the holidays! All proceeds go to the Cartoon Art Museum!
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November 25, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Signed books galore (not just mine) at the Cartoon Art Museum!
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Day 1 of Fan Expo SF is in the books!
Panels tomorrow w/Dan Riba, Stan Berkowitz, Kevin Altieri; Arthur Adams and Joyce Chin; and fellow NCSers Lex Fajardo, Jonathan Lemon and Chuck Whelon!
Stop by the NCS/Cartoon Art Museum booth on the second floor to say hello!
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Panels tomorrow w/Dan Riba, Stan Berkowitz, Kevin Altieri; Arthur Adams and Joyce Chin; and fellow NCSers Lex Fajardo, Jonathan Lemon and Chuck Whelon!
Stop by the NCS/Cartoon Art Museum booth on the second floor to say hello!
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FAN EXPO San Francisco
Everything is bigger at FAN EXPO San Francisco. This is the place to celebrate all things BIG in pop culture. Get an autograph or a photo with your favorite guest then get creative at the workshops, c...
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November 29, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Day 1 of Fan Expo SF is in the books!
Panels tomorrow w/Dan Riba, Stan Berkowitz, Kevin Altieri; Arthur Adams and Joyce Chin; and fellow NCSers Lex Fajardo, Jonathan Lemon and Chuck Whelon!
Stop by the NCS/Cartoon Art Museum booth on the second floor to say hello!
fanexpohq.com/fanexposanfr...
Panels tomorrow w/Dan Riba, Stan Berkowitz, Kevin Altieri; Arthur Adams and Joyce Chin; and fellow NCSers Lex Fajardo, Jonathan Lemon and Chuck Whelon!
Stop by the NCS/Cartoon Art Museum booth on the second floor to say hello!
fanexpohq.com/fanexposanfr...
Reminder: we are open all weekend -- come see the current exhibitions including ‘Sunday Funnies,’ 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side,' Mary Shyne in the Emerging Artist Showcase, and a spotlight on Bobby Podesta's graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' plus the Batman Gallery.
November 28, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Reminder: we are open all weekend -- come see the current exhibitions including ‘Sunday Funnies,’ 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side,' Mary Shyne in the Emerging Artist Showcase, and a spotlight on Bobby Podesta's graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' plus the Batman Gallery.
If you missed our round table discussion last week with author Chris Ryall about his new book ‘Marvel Age of Comics: Daredevil: Born Again,’ on the groundbreaking storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, you can catch it now on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/watch?v=RHzN-wSH0-g
November 25, 2025 at 11:38 PM
If you missed our round table discussion last week with author Chris Ryall about his new book ‘Marvel Age of Comics: Daredevil: Born Again,’ on the groundbreaking storyline by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, you can catch it now on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/watch?v=RHzN-wSH0-g
"Guess who?" Woody Woodpecker made his debut 85 years ago today (Nov. 25, 1940) opposite Andy Panda in the animated short "Knock Knock.” Created by Walter Lantz and Ben Hardaway and originally voiced by Mel Blanc, Woody has since appeared in film, TV, comics, and as mascot for Universal Pictures.
November 25, 2025 at 11:25 PM
"Guess who?" Woody Woodpecker made his debut 85 years ago today (Nov. 25, 1940) opposite Andy Panda in the animated short "Knock Knock.” Created by Walter Lantz and Ben Hardaway and originally voiced by Mel Blanc, Woody has since appeared in film, TV, comics, and as mascot for Universal Pictures.
Be here on Dec. 12, for a reception celebrating our exhibition 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side' with artists Zareen Choudhury, Eric Drooker, Lonnie Millsap, Tom Toro, Mike Twohy, Mark Ulriksen, and Shannon Wheeler. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/12/west-coaster-reception
November 25, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Be here on Dec. 12, for a reception celebrating our exhibition 'The West Coaster: New Yorker Cartoons from the Other Side' with artists Zareen Choudhury, Eric Drooker, Lonnie Millsap, Tom Toro, Mike Twohy, Mark Ulriksen, and Shannon Wheeler. cartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/12/west-coaster-reception
Family workshops! New exhibitions! Signed books and great gifts in our bookstore! Time for another visit to the Cartoon Art Museum today!
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November 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Family workshops! New exhibitions! Signed books and great gifts in our bookstore! Time for another visit to the Cartoon Art Museum today!
www.cartoonart.org/calendar
www.cartoonart.org/calendar
Congrats to @maryshyneonline.bsky.social, whose debut graphic novel 'You and Me on Repeat' was selected by the New York Public Library as one of the 25 best books for teens for 2025. We're featuring a selection of pages from the book now in our Emerging Artist Showcase. Come check it out.
November 23, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Congrats to @maryshyneonline.bsky.social, whose debut graphic novel 'You and Me on Repeat' was selected by the New York Public Library as one of the 25 best books for teens for 2025. We're featuring a selection of pages from the book now in our Emerging Artist Showcase. Come check it out.
Just a reminder: our galleries will be open throughout the weekend following Thanksgiving, but if you're in town for FAN EXPO San Francisco please swing by our booth and say hello.
November 21, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Just a reminder: our galleries will be open throughout the weekend following Thanksgiving, but if you're in town for FAN EXPO San Francisco please swing by our booth and say hello.
Join us on Sun., Dec. 14, for a holiday-themed reception with veteran animator Bobby Podesta in celebration of his new graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' And check out a selection of original art from the book now on display. monthscartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception
November 19, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Join us on Sun., Dec. 14, for a holiday-themed reception with veteran animator Bobby Podesta in celebration of his new graphic novel 'North for the Winter.' And check out a selection of original art from the book now on display. monthscartoonart.org/calendar/2025/12/14/north-for-the-winter-reception