Best Places to Enjoy Art in California
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Northern California
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
“The space is absolutely gorgeous and dedicated to the dynamic display of modern and contemporary art — lots of natural light, large galleries, respectful and often intimate ways of showing multiple works by a single artist. There are special and rotating exhibitions all the time, and the lowest level is free for walk-in enjoyment. Right now, it houses the massive Diego Rivera mural about California’s history and development, and visitors can see its restoration in progress.” — Susan C. Shea, Novato
California Conference for the Advancement of Ceramic Arts in Davis
“For the last 15 years, I’ve gone up to Davis for this event, better known as C.C.A.C.A. It’s not U.C. Davis but the city of Davis that invites art lovers. You put on your walking shoes and pick up a map and go from one pop-up gallery to the next. Unused spaces in the city become gallery spaces for two days. There are 40 college, university and professional exhibits. There are also outdoor demonstrations from well known ceramic artists. Great people, great event.” — Susan Hanley, Simi Valley
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Haggin Museum in Stockton
“You wouldn’t expect this regal building containing works by Renoir and Albert Bierstadt in working-class Stockton, but that’s what makes it feel like, literally, a hidden gem. The museum is in Victory Park, which is in a leafy, tidy neighborhood built in the 1920s. Exhibits include works related to Native Americans, the gold rush, ranching and Chinese immigrant life.” — Elizabeth Zach, Cologne, Germany
Central California
Studios on the Park in Paso Robles
“It’s a nonprofit gallery that features local artists, supports and develops kids’ interest in art, and hosts fun wine nights. I’ve never been to any other gallery like it. It’s off the main square in Paso and a perfect place to wander into while seeing the town.” — Sarah Scott, Portland
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