Crocker Art Museum

The Crocker Art Museum was one of the first art museums in the U.S. and is now one of the leading art institutions in California.

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    (916) 808-7000

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    crockerartmuseum.org

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  • Type

    Art Museum

Address

216 O St (at 2nd St) Sacramento , CA 95814 United States

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Rita L

Nice museum to check out if you run out of things to do in Sacramento. Much bigger than it looks from the outside. Most of the stuff is on the 3rd floor. You can easily spend a couple hours here.

Ruby

I used to go here all the time before they expanded it but I've only been there once since and it's so huge now that I'll definitely have to go back to see it all!!

Ashley Duval

I was really impressed with the Crocker. It can really hold it's own with places like the MOMA and DeYoung. Huge! Great collection of California art . Will be returning.

Cordula Sturm Dahal

The building itself is quite a beautiful work of art , and the museum includes a fine collection by German painters as well . Not to be missed!

K12 Inc

Did you know? Designed as a mansion and gallery for the Crocker family and their art collection , the gallery building also originally included a bowling alley , skating rink and billiards room. Read more

RAD Moose

The Crocker expanded a few years ago and has even more great local art and history inside. A must for anyone in or visiting Sacramento

Thuy Tonnu

If there is not a scheduled guided tour , grab a docent and ask for it. They are volunteers and more than happy to show you around.

Tiffany Lopinsky

Love the Wayne Thiebaud selection

Frank Diebold

Check out the David Ligare exhibit , "California Classicist"... stunning representation of natural light

Robert Nash

Great museum . A lot of artwork here. Great selection of international art to. Its also a learning experience.

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Their collection of local artists is a must-see for anyone from the region.

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

This is the premier art museum in Sacramento. With exhibits that continually change, the selection of art never gets old.

Lisa

The museum cafe is great, and the portions are large. Lots of seasonal offerings .

Gwendolyn Shreve Pol

If you enjoy live jazz , check out their summer jazz schedule.

John Jaramillo

Everything is good here! Try the ArtMix!

Ken Fine

The newly expanded Crocker has the best collection of modern and contemporary ceramics I've seen anywhere -- check out the collection.

Melon L

Pay what you wish on the 3rd Sunday of the month.

Sam N

Gorgeous Victorian details in the old building

Francisca Diana Flores

If you plan on bringing a backpack make sure to bring 50 cents to store it in a locker. No backpacks allowed in the museum .

Rachel Olson

I could go here a million times in a row and state at each piece of art for hours.

tony rocha

The Warhol Exhibit is worth seeing.

Robert Shaye

Through Labor Day 2012, active duty military + one guest get in free! Awesome museum .

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

Great place to take the family to! :)

Marcus Anzelone

History food paintings art education classes .

Chris Woloshansky

Great place to experience culture and diversity in Sacramento. Expansion opens 10/10/2010!

John Jaramillo

ArtMix! CrockerCon comics show!

Shanna

Third Sunday Free Admission

EddieStarr

Grand Re-Opening 10/10/10 : Fantastic Art Gallery and Historical Centre

GOTG girls on the grid

Fabulous for a first or second date. It’s free on Sunday mornings and $6/adult during normal hours. Read more

Suzanne Phan

Check out "Portrait of My Father" on 3rd Floor

Ashley Ferreirae

Definitely need more than an hour to see even one floor of one building

Karl Hus

Great place!

Shane Maus

Try the squash soup ! It is delicious!

Tony Gates

Actually, this is a great place for a business meeting!

ᴡ Teykaerts

"Portrait of My Father" is absolutely astonishing

Donelle

Love it here! Beautiful!

John Pastor

Check out the Thiebaud pieces while they're here!

Hank Heath

Can't wait for the modern art portion to open

Candy Odom

Go to Museum , keep it from shutting down.

George G.

I LOVED THIS PLACE AS A KID.

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Crocker Cafe

Really impressed with their menu. The group I was with ordered an assortment of dishes & everyone loved their meals. - kW

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Open Second Saturdays til 10pm. Ask for a studio tour. There are 20 artist studios behind the 3000 sqft gallery. Voted SN&R Reader's Choice for Best Gallery in Sacramento 2009. Must see. - Jesse P

8.4
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Docents are very helpful and knowledgeable! - Dan Johnson

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This is a great place for local artists to display and sell their work. Spaces can be rented out monthly and the staff is very friendly. - TWO MEN AND A TRUCK

8.5
Neighborhood
Old Sacramento

A must see if you are visiting Sacramento. Within walking distance to most hotels in downtown. Ride the river cruise for a relaxing tour of the waterfront. - Sean Miller

8.2
Park
Crocker Park

Quiet & lots of shade. Not many tables, though. - Rusty Dane

8.7
Pedestrian Street/Plaza
Riverfront Promenade

Clam chowder on Fridays. Yum! - Therese Dominguez