Counterculture is all about bringing people together. Because when we have each other, we can accomplish far more than any of us can do on our own. So in the spirit of the movements that came before us, we believe that given our location at the corner of Haight & Ashbury, it’s our privilege and responsibility that the Counterculture Museum should be a gathering place for our community. From readings and book events to art, music, history, discussions, and a lot more, there’s something for everyone.
Past Events
2025 ruth weiss Poetry Awards
Celebrate the Beat legacy at the 2025 ruth weiss Poetry Awards , a night of art, film, and fearless poetic expression.
Vic Ruggiero & Lauren Napier
Vic Ruggiero (The Slackers) and Lauren Napier (PunkRockDoll, AnUngulate) join us at the Counterculture Museum for an early evening performance.
David Amram Live
Legendary virtuoso musician, composer, jazzman, and raconteur extraordinaire, David Amram appears at the Counterculture Museum for a very special performance.
Litquake: Murder at the Museum
A special evening with award-winning crime fiction writers Cara Black, Marcie Rendon, Domenic Stansberry, and Jody Weiner, all spinning murderous tales starring dramatically different protagonists. Part of Litquake 2025.
Peggy Caserta in Memoriam
An exhibition of items related to Caserta’s life and work will be on display at the Counterculture Museum from September 12 through December 31st, 2025.
Dead Heads Unite! Author Linda Kelly in conversation with Steve Heilig
Linda Kelly, publisher/editor of the Haight Street Voice and author of the book Dead Heads in conversation with Steve Heilig.