Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
- Museum
- Regional draw
- Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History brings changing exhibitions and community programs into a downtown cultural destination.

Its displays connect visual art with local history and offer different themes across the exhibition calendar.
Check current galleries, admission and event listings before arriving. The photograph shows the actual museum facade. Workshops, performances and other programs may require registration separate from a museum visit, and private events can shorten gallery hours. The operator currently advertises an early closure on October 29, 2026, so confirm arrangements if visiting then. Choose the program and date that match the experience you want.
Visitor details reviewed October 26, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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