Children's Museums
Fresno Art Museum
📍 2233 N First St, Fresno, CA 93703🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
About Fresno Art Museum
American & Latin-American works of art. This museum displays ancient & modern Mexican art plus contemporary American works in visual media. The permanent collection spans 2,500+ years of art history, showcasing ancient West Mexican, Yucatan, and Peruvian Andes cultures alongside modern and contemporary works. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 264 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Art Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Notable Collection
- Art of the Ancient Americas (2,500+ years), modern/contemporary California art, art by women artists
- Hours
- Thursday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
- Admission
- Free for members, $7-$10 for non-members
💡 Did You Know?
- The permanent collection spans 2,500+ years of art history, showcasing ancient West Mexican, Yucatan, and Peruvian Andes cultures alongside modern and contemporary works
- The museum houses a permanent collection of 3,800+ paintings, prints, and sculptures
- The museum features a replica of the Cacaxtla battle mural, a significant Mesoamerican artifact, on display
- Offers hands-on educational programs including ArtLink Field Trips for Students, Summer ArtAcademy programs, and interactive workshops such as the Marvelous Medium of Masking Tape Workshop
- Features a beautiful outdoor sculpture garden where visitors can enjoy lunch, with a mural painted on the building visible from the garden space
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit on Saturday mornings for a peaceful experience with fewer crowds, allowing you to enjoy gallery rooms alone and take your time with the artwork
- Don't miss the Sculpture Garden out back—it's a quiet, beautiful outdoor space with art installations and murals where you can relax and enjoy lunch on warmer days
- Bring a light jacket as the museum maintains cooler temperatures for art preservation, which some visitors found chilly despite the modern, well-lit building design
- Explore rotating exhibitions focusing on diverse artists and media types—recent displays have featured African American art, ancient Mesoamerican pieces, and contemporary illustrations, with new exhibitions opening July 31
- At just $10 for non-members on weekends and free for members, the low admission cost makes it affordable for families; check the museum homepage for upcoming special events and current exhibitions
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