Bakersfield Museum of Art

About Bakersfield Museum of Art

Bakersfield Museum of Art, founded in 1956, presents rotating exhibitions of fine art alongside its permanent collection. Visitors explore works on paper, paintings, photography, and sculpture, with a focus on California artists from the 20th century to the present. Current exhibitions include Second Nature, Becoming, Unspoken Ordinary, and Ann Diener: Invented Land. The museum offers educational programs including Summer Art Camp for children ages 2-17, with week-long sessions featuring art instruction and an exhibition showcase. Family Day programming on the second Saturday includes docent-led tours and all-ages art projects. Special events feature First Friday hours with free admission and extended access, while afternoon sessions with visiting artists provide additional engagement opportunities. The museum hosts community outreach activities and events throughout the year. Located in Bakersfield, California, the Bakersfield Museum of Art serves as a cultural center for visual arts education and exhibition.