Guidelines
Galleries mentioned here are open to the public and offer free admission, unless otherwise noted. A number of them hold opening receptions in conjunction with the citywide First Thursday event, held on the first Thursday of each month, during which many galleries remain open later than usual. Artists are often in attendance.

ASIAN ART MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO—Home to more than 14,000 exquisite art objects spanning 6,000 years of history and culture throughout Asia,
the museum is one of the largest in the West that is devoted exclusively to Asian art. Through Jan. 6, see Hiroshi Sugimoto: History of History and Stylized Sculpture:
Contemporary Japanese Fashion from the Kyoto Costume Institute. Through Aug. 17, visit Later Chinese Jades: Ming Dynasty to Early 20th Century. $10 ($5 after 5 pm Th), $7 seniors, $6 students, ages 12 and under free; all free first Tu of each month. Tu–Su 10 am–5 pm (Th until 9 pm). 200 Larkin St. www.asianart.org, 581-3500 Map 1, B7

BEAT MUSEUM—Dedicated to the poetry and social movement that made San Francisco a part of literary history. $5. Walking tours of North Beach also available at 10 am and 2 pm. $15 Tu–Su 10 am–7 pm. 540 Broadway. www. kerouac.com, (800) 537-6822 Map 1, D3

CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES—The academy will remain at this location through Jan. 6. It will reopen in Golden Gate Park in fall 2008. Current exhibits
include an African Penguin colony (feedings every day at 11 am and 3:30 pm), a two-story coral reef, and Xtreme Life: On Earth and Beyond?, which takes a look at creatures living in the planet’s harshest environments, and then examines similar environments in space. $10; $6.50 ages 12–17, students, and seniors; $2 ages 4–11; ages 3 and under free. Daily 10 am–5 pm. 875 Howard St. www.calacademy.org, 321-8000 Map 1, D6

CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY—An entertaining way to learn about California during your trip. Here you can see more than 350 oil paintings, 600 watercolors,
drawings, and rare lithographs all documenting the history of the Golden State. $3, $1 students and seniors. W–Sa noon–4:30 pm. 678 Mission St. www.california
historicalsociety.org, 357-1848 Map 1, E5

CARTOON ART MUSEUM—This museum is dedicated to the exhibition of original cartoon art. Through Jan. 20, see Edward Gorey’s Dracula, an exhibition of the
cartoonist’s set, costume designs, and more from the Tony Award–winning Broadway show. $6, $4 seniors and students, $2 ages 6–12, ages 5 and under free.

Tu–Su 11 am–5 pm. 655 Mission St. www.cartoonart. org, 227-8666 Map 1, E6
CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA MUSEUM & LEARNING CENTER—The permanent exhibition features photographs, artifacts, and documents tracing the history of Chinese immigrants since the 1850s. $3, $2 students and seniors, $1 ages 6–17. Tu–F noon– 5 pm, Sa–Su noon–4 pm. 965 Clay St. www.chsa.org, 391-1188 Map 1, D4

CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS—The botanical wonderland in Golden Gate Park is the oldest woodand-glass conservatory existing in North America. $5. 501 Stanyan St. www.conservatoryofflowers.org, 666-7001 Map 2, F5
THE CONTEMPORARY JEWISH MUSEUM—This museum focuses on scholarly and artistic programs that explore the Jewish spirit and imagination. $5, $4 students and seniors, ages 11 and under free. Su–Th noon–6 pm. 121 Steuart St. www.thecjm.org, 344-8800 Map 1, E5

DE YOUNG MUSEUM—Founded in 1895, the impressively varied museum has reopened in a striking structure that houses collections from the Americas, the Pacific Islands, and Africa. Through Feb. 24, Chim: The Photography of David Seymour (1911–1956) spans the career of the influential photojournalist. “Friday Nights at the de Young” offers live music, poetry, films, dance, tours, cocktails, food, demos, and more. Visit the website, or call 750-7634 for more exhibits and information. $10, $7 seniors, $6 ages 13–17, ages 12 and under free. Tu–Su 9:30 am–5 pm (F until 8:45 pm). In Golden Gate Park, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. (near Eighth Ave. and Fulton St.) www.thinker.org/deyoung, 863-3330 Map 2, E5

EXPLORATORIUM—Interactive scientific exhibits and hands-on displays make this a museum that stimulates the senses and the minds of the young and old alike. Opening Jan. 2, Mind makes you the exhibit. Experience your own thoughts and feelings in the 5,000-square-foot collection. Opening Jan. 22 is The Search for Universals in Human Emotion. $14; $11 ages 13–17, students, and seniors; $9 ages 4–12; ages 3 and under free. Admission to the Tactile Dome $17 (reservations: 561-0362). Tu–Su 10 am–5 pm. Palace of Fine Arts, 3601 Lyon St. www. exploratorium.edu, 397-5673 Map 2, G2

GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER HISTORICAL SOCIETY—Poignant exhibits that shed light on the history of the Bay Area’s GLBT communities. $4, $2 students and seniors. Tu–Sa 1–5 pm. 657 Mission St., third floor. www.glbthistory.org, 777-5455 Map 1, E5

LEGION OF HONOR—Architect George Applegarth’s 1920 neoclassical palace was inspired by the Hôtel de Salm in Paris. The collection includes paintings by European masters and major holdings of Rodin sculpture, an original casting of The Thinker graces the courtyard, and the museum grounds offer spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Through Feb. 17, the museum hosts Marie- Antoinette and the Petit Trianon at Versailles, a collection of the famous French queen’s furniture and art from her private residence at Versailles. Free admission first Tu of each month, otherwise $10, $7 seniors, $6 ages 13–17, ages 12 and under free. Tu–Su 9:30 am–5 pm. In Lincoln Park, 34th Ave. and Clement St. www.thinker. org/legion, 863-3330 Map 2, B3

MISSION CULTURAL CENTER FOR LATINO ARTS—MCCLA promotes, develops, and preserves the Latino cultural arts. Free. 2868 Mission St. www.mission
culturalcenter.org, 643-2775 Map 2, I7 MUSEO ITALO AMERICANO—The only museum in the country devoted entirely to Italian art and culture. Free. W–Su noon–4 pm. Building C, Fort Mason Center, Marina Blvd. and Buchanan St. www.museoitalo
americano.org, 673-2200 Map 2, H2

MUSEUM OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA—The museum celebrates the contributions of African emigrants to artistic culture. Through Jan. 20, view Hungry Planet:
What the World Eats, a photo essay organized by COPIA: The American Center for Food, Wine, and the Arts. $8, $5 students and seniors, ages 12 and under free. M and
W–Sa 10 am–6 pm (Th until 9 pm), Su noon–5 pm. 685 Mission St. www.moadsf.org, 358-7200 Map 1, E5

MUSEUM OF CRAFT AND FOLK ART—Innovative exhibitions of utilitarian objects and contemporary art promote the understanding and appreciation of human expression. Through Jan. 28, the museum hosts “C” Change: Craft in our Future, featuring work from California College of the Arts faculty. $5, ages 18 and under
free. Tu–F 11 am–6 pm, Sa–Su 11 am–5 pm. 51 Yerba Buena Ln. www.mocfa.org, 227-4888 Map 2, H2

SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF CRAFT+DESIGN—Dedicated to the artistic nature of craft and design objects. Opening Jan. 18, see New West Coast Design, a collection
of new designs for contemporary living. Suggested donation $3, $2 students and seniors, ages 18 and under free. Open Tu–S 10 am–5 pm (Th until 7 pm), Su noon–5 pm. 550 Sutter St. www.sfmcd.com, 773-0303 Map 1, C5

SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART—The second-largest structure devoted to modern art in the United States. Through Jan. 6, see Joseph Cornell:
Navigating the Imagination. Through Jan. 27, see the photographs of Canadian artist Jeff Wall. Free first Tu each month, half-price Th 6 pm–8:45 pm, otherwise $12.50, $8 seniors, $7 students. Th 10 am–8:45 pm, F–Tu 10 am–5:45 pm. 151 Third St. www.sfmoma.org, 357-4000 Map 1, E6