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Things to do in Palo Alto, California (CA): The Best Museums
April 23, 1894
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1. The Foster
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Due to COVID-19, The Foster art museum is temporarily closed to visitors until further notice. Typically, we are open daily from 12-4 pm. Admission is free. The Foster is dedicated to uniting, preserving, and exhibiting artist-explorer Tony Foster's powerful watercolor Journeys to inspire reflection, discussion, and education about art, wilderness, and the natural world. The Foster also serves as a community venue for art, wilderness, and educational programs and events. Appointments for guided tours should be made ahead of time by calling or emailing. Please also contact us if you are interested in hosting an event here.
Reviewed By 257am - Los Altos, United States
The musuem is relatively new and is tucked away on a side street off Charleston with OSH and REI just steps away. This museum is called the Foster because it displays watercolors by Tony Foster. His beautiful journey series is on display, visit to see the paintings and learn about the way he creates his paintings. Some were done underwater. The paintings seem simple, but the detail he creates, and the texture that you see in his trees, leaves and rocks are amazing. His paintings are about his journeys and focus on the landscape. Watch the introduction video and be amazed with the size of his watercolor tin. We took a tour and were there for just under 2 hours. There are audio tours available, or you can arrange a tour for a group. There's some parking in back and street parking in front. If you have a large group, carpool because there isn't an abundance of parking.
2. Hoover Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
This 285-foot tower furnishes an outstanding view and houses the Hoover Institution on War, Revolution, and Peace.
Reviewed By ldjs - Fort Lee, United States
Beautiful view of Stanford campus, Palo Alto and Sam Francisco bay from top of the tower. Very nice experience on a clear day. No lines usually. Definitely stop by if on campus, great pictures!
3. Cantor Arts Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 479 reviews
The Center presents a wide selection of art in 24 galleries, plus outdoor gardens, courtyards, and terraces. The Center's collection spans 5000 years and ranges from ancient China to the 21st century.
Reviewed By Krochalis - Sandy Springs, United States
Perhaps the world’s best Rodin collection, including a lovely sculpture garden and fascinating Asian art collections.
4. Thomas Welton Stanford Art Gallery
5. Palo Alto Art Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
6. Junior Museum & Zoo
7. The Museum of American Heritage
8. Jiya Chibi
9. Pace Gallery Palo Alto
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