San Jose Museum of Art Museum
Modern and contemporary art museum in downtown San Jose
Downtown San Jose hosts the museum of modern and contemporary art, with rotating exhibitions, a West Coast-focused collection and public programs near Plaza de César Chávez.
San Jose Museum of Art at a Glance#
Address: 110 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113, United States
Website: https://www.sjmusart.org/
Hours: Tue-Sun 11:00am-5:00pm, Thu open late to 9:00pm, closed Mon
Admission: Adults $15-20 (varies; discounts for students/seniors), free for members
About San Jose Museum of Art#
The San Jose Museum of Art is a museum of modern and contemporary art in downtown San Jose, California, with a strong emphasis on West Coast and regional artists. It operates rotating temporary exhibitions alongside works from its collection and presents public programs and community initiatives.
Exhibition spaces typically feature painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and new media across changing shows and curated displays. The museum engages schools and community groups through educational programs and events.
The museum developed through the 20th century into its current role as San Jose’s principal contemporary art institution. It is located adjacent to the city’s central plaza and cultural core in downtown San Jose.
How to Get to San Jose Museum of Art#
Located in downtown San Jose on S Market St, a short walk from the Circle of Palms and Plaza de César Chávez. From Diridon Station take VTA light rail or bus connections; parking garages and street parking are nearby.
Tips for Visiting San Jose Museum of Art#
- Buy timed-entry tickets online for weekend and special exhibitions
- Visit during the First Friday art walk if scheduled-many nearby galleries open late
- Allow 1-2 hours for the permanent collection and more for special shows
Best Time to Visit San Jose Museum of Art#
Weekdays outside of major exhibition openings are the least crowded.
Weather & Climate near San Jose Museum of Art#
San Jose Museum of Art's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 5° - 16° | 11° | 82 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 7° - 18° | 12° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 8° - 19° | 13° | 64 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 8° - 22° | 15° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 25° | 18° | 5 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 28° | 20° | 2 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 14° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 14° - 29° | 22° | 2 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 28° | 21° | 5 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 11° - 26° | 18° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 7° - 20° | 14° | 63 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 5° - 16° | 11° | 58 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
