Sacramento - Crocker Art Museum

Must-see attractions nearby: State Capitol California State Railroad Museum Sutter's Fort State Historic Park Old Sacramento and Old Sacramento State Historic Park Discovery Museum California Automobile Museum California State Capitol Museum

The Crocker Art Museum is noteworthy largely for its impressive collection of California art. The museum building, property and original collection, which still forms the backbone of the museum, were donated by Margaret Crocker. This private collection was assembled by Judge Edwin B Crocker in the 1860s.

The California and American art includes pieces dating back to 1848 with everything from Daguerrotypes to Ansel Adams photos, and paintings that range from early 19th Century to the current decade.

The building itself has undergone restorations and changes over the years. The most recent addition saw the creation of the 125,000 square foot "Teel Family Pavilion". The contemporary design of the new area blends nicely with the original older sections.

Ongoing events at the Crocker include Third Thursday Jazz, the Classical Concert Series, First Thursday Art Talks, and Saturday Hands-On Art Activities for families.