Whether the economy is strong or sour, most of the museums in San Francisco and the Bay Area throw their doors open once a month to allow free admission to all comers. Please note that holidays can affect opening days, so please check with the museums first before attending. FREE First Sundays One of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art with a collection of over 18, artworks spanning 6, years of history.
Free admission to the permanent galleries every first Sunday except for holidays from 10am to 5pm. Special collection surcharges may apply. Special exhibition surcharges may apply.
Free admission to permanent galleries only. Special exhibition fees may apply. New for , PWYW tickets can now be reserved online in advance. The museum is dedicated to sharing the art and stories of our common African heritage with audiences from around the world. Free Weekends at 8 Bay Area museums for cardholders Holders of Bank of America credit cards and debit cards get free admission to eight Bay Area museums for one weekend each month β typically but not always the first full weekend of the month.
Check bankofamerica. FREE First Sundays Covering four city blocks in Oakland, the museum specializes in collections of art, history and natural science to tell the story of California. As of December 16, the CJM is closed for at least a year due to financial concerns. Learn More. Bay Area locals get free admission on Free First Thursdays. Everyone 18 and under gets free admission every day. The museum features over 45, square feet of art-filled public spaces no ticket required. The public spaces are open daily at 10 am with last admission a half hour before closing.
See all free days. Tickets and event details become available about two weeks in advance, and reserving online is highly encouraged. Limit two adult tickets per reservation. These special days include art-making activities for the whole family in our Koret Education Center, located on Floor 2, plus additional activities and activations. Admission to the museum is free for up to four adults accompanying one child or teen eighteen and younger.
