The de Young showcases international art from all continents and extensive collection of American paintings.
The de Young Museum is one of the most visited museums by both residents and tourists alike,
located in the middle of Golden Gate Park, was inaugurated in 1895. Damaged by the earthquake of 1985, it remained closed for many years up until 2005, when it reopened under the
new project of the Swiss Architects Herzog and de Meuron.
The Museum offers
a wide collection of Murals and with American Paintings play a central and important role throughout the exhibitions. Most of the works are from the
collection of American Art of the Rockefeller Family. The area dedicated to Sculpture and Decorative Arts is enriched by the acquisition of “Zig V” and the works of sculptor David Smith.
The de Young showcases as well International Arts from all continents, very important the pavilion of the African Arts and Oceanian Arts, and the
vast collection of Graphic Arts, with works by major American masters from 1962 to 1999.
Save money on admission with Saving Pass
With Saving Pass you will get admission to de Young + Legion of Honor Fine Arts Museums, if visited on the same day, and access to de Young’s Hamon Tower Observatory
Map: Location and Admission
- LOCATION: 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
- HOURS: Tuesday–Sunday 9:30 am–5:15 pm - Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
- ADMISSION: Adults: $15 - Seniors (65+): $12 - Students (w/ valid ID): $6 - Youth (17 and under): Free