Built in 1917, and formerly the old library building, this building is a fantastic blend of 'Beaux Arts' and modern design elements

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Asian Art Museum, San Francisco

Built in 1917, and formerly the old library building, this building is a fantastic blend of 'Beaux Arts' and modern design elements.

Built in 1917, and formerly the old library building, this building is a fantastic blend of 'Beaux Arts' and modern design elements. It was designed by renowned architect Gae Aulenti (architect of the Mus?e d'Orsay, Paris). Inside, you'll find many interesting architectural details including the grand staircase, loggia, vaulted ceilings, the great hall, stone floors, period light fixtures, and inscriptions. The museum is one of the largest and newest museums of Oriental art. It has circa 15,000 artifacts covering 6,000 years of Asian history. The Asian Art Museum hosts many special exhibits as well.


Hours

Sun

10:00

17:00

Mon

Closed

Tue

10:00

17:00

Wed

10:00

17:00

Thu

10:00

21:00

Fri

10:00

17:00

Sat

10:00

17:00

About Asian Art Museum

 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

 +1 415-581-3500

 [email protected]

 www.asianart.org

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