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The Bakersfield Museum of Art (BMoA) is expanding its hours of operation beginning February 1 ,2026, adding Sundays to its weekly schedule to make the museum more accessible to the community.<\/p>\n
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Starting February 1, BMoA will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. The change follows community feedback indicating that limited weekday hours made it difficult for families, working adults, and students to visit.<\/p>\n
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BMoA leadership said the decision reflects a broader effort to remove barriers to arts access and to better serve Kern County residents.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThis change helps us meet people where they are,\u201d said Gilbert Vicario, Executive Director and Chief Curator of BMoA. \u201cSunday hours allow more visitors to experience the arts, while also giving us greater flexibility to host events and programs on weekends.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The addition of Sunday hours is expected to increase attendance and allow more visitors to experience BMoA\u2019s rotating exhibitions, permanent collection, and educational programming. Sundays are often one of the most requested days for museum access, particularly for families and those who work traditional weekday schedules.<\/p>\n
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The Bakersfield Museum of Art, located in downtown Bakersfield, next to Mill Creek Park, has served the region for 70 years. BMoA presents exhibitions of California contemporary and historical art, along with educational programs, outreach initiatives, and special events designed to engage audiences of all ages and backgrounds.<\/p>\n