DE SAISSET MUSEUM

SANTA CLARA, CA

The de Saisset Museum is a small museum located on the campus of Santa Clara University in Santa Clara, California. It was founded in 1955 and features a collection of over 12,000 objects, with a focus on California history, art, and culture. The museum's collections include paintings, sculptures, photographs, pottery, and other decorative arts.

The de Saisset Museum is housed in a beautiful building that was originally constructed as a residence for the de Saisset family in the early 20th century. The building was donated to the university in 1955 and was converted into a museum shortly thereafter.

One of the most notable features of the de Saisset Museum is its collection of works by California artists, including paintings by Helen Forbes, Charles Griffin Farr, and Maynard Dixon. The museum also has a significant collection of works by local artists, as well as a collection of Native American artifacts.

In addition to its permanent collection, the de Saisset Museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions throughout the year. These exhibitions often focus on contemporary art and issues related to the local community.

Overall, the de Saisset Museum is a wonderful resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the art and history of California. Its collections and exhibitions offer a unique perspective on the state's rich cultural heritage.

DE SAISSET MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in SANTA CLARA CA. US MID #8400600509

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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DE SAISSET MUSEUM
500 EL CAMINO REAL
SANTA CLARA
CA
95053

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