ArtHop

ArtHop, the first and third Thursday of each month, is when the galleries, museums and cultural-arts venues are open free to the public.

Connect with the arts scene through Fresno Arts Council for an overview of the ArtHop and other events the Valley has to offer. An (*) after all museums and galleries denotes an ArtHop venue. For more information visit : www.fresnoarthop.org

Fresno Arts Council
1245 Van Ness Ave., Fresno, CA 93721
559-237-9734

African American Cultural and Historical Museum

The history, art and culture of African-Americans in the greater Central Valley are featured. Rotating and permanent displays concerning African-American history and culture as well as interpretive displays describing the lives and times of San Joaquin Valley African-American leaders. 

1857 Fulton Street, Fresno
Call for hours and exhibits.
559-268-7102

American Historical Society of Germans from Russia

A museum of German-Russian and early Fresno artifacts. Genealogy research is available on Germans from Russia.

3233 N. West Ave., Fresno

Admission is free.
Open noon to 4 p.m. weekdays
9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays
559-229-8287

www.ahsgr.org

California Memorial Museum

The California Memorial Museum displays hundreds of items donated from the FDN Y, NYPD and Port Authority Police Department to Pelco Chairman David McDonald following the attacks of Sept. 11. This unique collection includes an American flag flown by the FDN Y at Ground Zero, debris recovered at the World Trade Center site, an FDN Y firefighter uniform worn during recovery operations, as well as hundreds of photos and other memorabilia.

3500 Pelco Way, Clovis

The museum, open to the public Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., also includes a 15-minute video summarizing the California Memorial dedication event.
559- 292-1981

Children’s Museum of the Sierra

The Children’s Museum of the Sierra features hands-on exhibits in the areas of science, natural history, community and the arts.

49269 Golden Oak Dr., Oakhurst

$3 per person.

Open Tuesday through Saturday; Sunday (winter only)
559-658-5656
www.childrensmuseumofthesierra.org

Clovis Big Dry Creek Historical Museum

The building that houses this museum is equally famous as the site of a historic and daring 1924 bank robbery. The museum features the history of Clovis from its logging-town roots to the present.

401 Pollasky Ave., Clovis

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Also by appointment.
559-297-8033

Discovery Center Museum of Science & Natural History

The Discovery Center features hands-on interactive exhibits to encourage excitement and curiosity in children about science and the world around us.

1937 N. Winery, Fresno

Open 9 a.m.  to 4 p.m. Monday thorough Saturday.
559- 251-5533
www.thediscoverycenter.net

Fresno Art Museum

Since its inception as a regional arts center in 1948, the Fresno Art Museum has grown into an important museum of contemporary and modern art. As the only modern art museum between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Fresno Art Museum is dedicated to serving the population of Central California. Exhibitions include a wide range of contemporary as well as modern works by local, national and international artists. It provides the region’s 1.6 million residents with a forum for contemporary and modern issues. The museum presents exhibitions, films, concerts, lectures, docent tours and symposia to enlighten, provoke, educate and entertain its visitors.

2233 N. First St., Fresno

Hours: Mondays closed,

           Tuesdays - Sundays 11 to 5,

           Thursdays 11 to 8.

Admission: Adults - $4

                 Students, Seniors - $2

                 FAM members - FREE

                 Children under 5 - FREE

                 Sundays - FREE.

559-441-4221
www.fresnoartmuseum.org

Fresno Metropolitan Museum of Art and Science

The Met’s home, the historic Fresno Bee Building in downtown Fresno, has reopened following an extensive renovation. The Met presents innovative programming that sparks curiosity and stimulates thinking in the fields of art and science. Permanent exhibit: Reeves Family ASK Science Center.

1555 Van Ness Avenue. 

$9 adults,
$7 students/seniors,
$5 children ages 3-12,
under age 3 and members free.

559-441-1444
www.fresnomet.org

Hmong Cultural Heritage Center and Museum

This is the first-ever Hmong historical museum and center in the nation. It is dedicated to gathering, preserving, educating and sharing works of history, culture, art and literature, as well as serving as a venue for a wide array of cultural events and activities celebrating the Hmong-American experience.

550 E. Shaw Ave., Ste. 240-21, Fresno

Admission is free and the museum is open by appointment.

559-241-6534
www.hmongnationalmuseum.org

Kearney Mansion Museum

The restored home of M. Theo Kearney, the “Raisin King of California,” tells the story of Central California agriculture. 

7160 W. Kearney Blvd., Fresno

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
tours are given every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Please call Historical Society for holiday hours.

Admission is $5 adults

                    $4 seniors/students;

                    $3 children 12 and under.

Park entrance fee is waived at the gate for mansion visitors.
559-441-0862
www.valleyhistory.org

Kingsburg Historical Park

This museum includes several historic structures from the Kingsburg area that were restored and relocated to form a village setting around a large lawn and tree area. Tour the 1913 three-room Clay School, the 1908 Olson/Ball House, the medical building, fire house and an old barn full of antiques of a by gone era. Included on the 4.5-acre campus is a large Heritage Building with buggies, freight wagons and a 1924 truck. Visit the Kingsburg Hall of Fame notables and a separate 1939 grocery store.  The park is an ideal gathering place for individuals and large groups 

2321 Sierra St., Kingsburg

Open Monday through Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment for group tours.
559-897-5795

Mennonite Quilting Center

Experience quilting and handmade rug making in action, purchase homemade items and gifts, and view unique quilts and other items that are auctioned to raise funds for charities around the world. A one-of-a-kind experience

1012 G Street, Reedley

Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,

         Saturday 10 a.m.  to 4 p.m.

559-638-3560

Meux Home Museum

This Victorian house was built in 1888-89 by Dr. T.R.  Meux, a Confederate surgeon. It is restored with furnishings and equipment that portray early Fresno family life.

1007 R St., Fresno

It opens the first Friday in February and closes the last Sunday in December.
Guided tours are available Friday through Sunday, noon to 3:30 p.m.
559-233-8007

Millerton Courthouse

The museum is a restoration of the 1866 courthouse and was the first county seat of Fresno.

For tour information, call California State Parks, San Joaquin Sector Office at 559-822-2332.

Pop Laval Foundation

The Pop Laval Foundation has a mission to rescue and restore one of the nation’s richest historical buried treasures before time simply runs out. Helping the foundation save Pop Laval’s Treasures will benefit our Valley heritage.

9447 N. Ft. Washington Rd., Suite 109, Fresno

559-433-9536
www.poplavalfoundation.org

R.C. Baker Memorial Museum, Inc.

This unique Museum in Coalinga has a wide variety of displays, including a restored 1934 Richfield Service Station, fossils, American Indian artifacts, Western ranch-hand equipment, oil equipment and a 1924 American La France fire engine. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of Coalinga and surrounding areas. Tours available for the museum and the restored 1934 Richfield Station; please call one week prior to the date you wish to visit.

297 W. Elm St., Coalinga

Open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.  to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

         Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

         Sunday     1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

All days and times are subject to change. Closed on all holidays. 

Admission is free, donations are always welcome.

559-935-1914 or 877-416-5849
www.rcbakermuseum.com

Reedley Historical Museum

Housed in the building that served as Reedley’s first city hall, the museum exhibits focus on the social, cultural, educational and business achievements of the people in the Reedley area. 

1752 10th St., Reedley

Open Tuesday 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday 9:30 a.m. to noon.

559-638-1913

Reedley Opera House

Visit the meticulously restored Reedley Opera House, built in 1903 as the forerunner of today’s multipurpose community center. Restored in 1986, the opera house is now a cultural-arts center dedicated to a wide range of community events and activities including live theater, wine tasting, concerts, art exhibitions, and other stage shows and gatherings. The Opera House has been featured in Sunset Magazine and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

1720 10th St., Reedley

559-638-1900

River Center

This restored 1890s ranch house has exhibits for children and adults featuring nature, history and culture of the San Joaquin River, plus art exhibits from local artists and ongoing community programs for all ages. The River Store features unique items reflecting nature, the river and handcrafted works. The River Center is now connected to the Lewis S. Eaton Trail.

11605 Old Friant Rd., Fresno

Open Saturday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.,

         gate hours daily 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free admission. 

559-433-3190, ext. 3
www.riverparkway.org.

Sanger Depot Museum

This Southern Pacific railroad station is now a museum housing the Brehler collection of Indian baskets, a Sanger Flume and Lumber Exhibit, and replicas of a Victorian home from turn-of-thecentury Sanger.

1710 Seventh St., Sanger

Open Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

         Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

559-875-4720
www.sangerdepotmuseum.org

Veterans Memorial Museum

(Home of the “Legion of Valor”)
The only museum in the country dedicated to recipients of the nation’s highest decorations of valor: the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross and Air Force Cross.

2425 Fresno St. in the Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Fresno

Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Admission is free. 

559-498-0510
www.legionofvalormuseum.org