Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art is an art museum in the California coastal city that displays paintings, photographs, and contemporary works across two separate locations. The collection focuses on works that document the region's artistic tradition and cover various styles and periods.

The museum was founded in 1959 and grew into an institution preserving California's artistic history through its collection. Over the decades, it built a significant collection that reflects how the region's art scene developed and changed.

The museum features works by artists connected to California and shows how the region's art scene has evolved over time. Visitors experience how local artists have responded to the landscape, communities, and changes around them.

The museum is located on Via Mirada and is open Thursday through Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM, with free parking available on-site. Visitors should note that the collection is split across two locations, so it helps to check ahead to see which works are displayed at each site.

The building features the La Mirada Drawing Room, a space with direct access to an adjoining patio that opens to the surrounding landscape. This room is often used for private events and offers a blend of indoor and outdoor space with artistic surroundings.

Location: Monterey

Inception: 1959

Website: http://montereyart.org

GPS coordinates: 36.59730,-121.89664

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:40