Long Beach Museum of Art

The Long Beach Museum of Art is a coastal museum displaying a collection of about 4,000 works including paintings, drawings, sculptures, and decorative objects. The galleries are arranged so visitors can move through different artistic styles and time periods.

The building was constructed in 1912 as a winter home for philanthropist Elizabeth Milbank Anderson. During World War II it served as a Navy Officers Club before later becoming an art museum.

The place focuses on artworks from different eras and emphasizes California artists, particularly those working in early and mid-20th century modernism. Visitors can see the various artistic movements that shaped the region's creative identity.

The museum sits directly on the coast and is easily reached via Ocean Boulevard. Walking access is straightforward, and its waterfront location makes it simple to combine a visit with other seaside activities.

The museum completed a special project documenting and cataloging over 500 works by nearly 300 female artists working in California since the middle of the 20th century. This effort made visible the often-overlooked contributions of women artists to regional art history.

Location: Long Beach

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 2300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803

Opening Hours: Thursday-Sunday 11:00-17:00

Phone: +(562)4392119

Website: https://lbma.org

GPS coordinates: 33.76348,-118.16478

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06