California College of the Arts
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, San Francisco
- Category
- Sightseeing
- Duration
- Recommended 1.5-2.5 hours
- Opening Hours
- Monday 09:00-20:00 · Tuesday 11:00-18:00 · Wednesday 09:00-20:00 · Thursday 09:00-20:00 · Friday 09:00-20:00 · Saturday 11:00-18:00 · Campus Mon-Fri 9:00-20:00; galleries Tue-Sat 11:00-18:00, closed Sundays
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Campus and gallery exhibitions free; select lectures and workshops charge fees
- Coordinates
- 37.8080, -122.4180
Introduction
California College of the Arts was founded in 1907 by Arts and Crafts pioneer Frederick Meyer at its original Berkeley site and stands today as one of the West Coast most influential private art and design institutions. The main campus now occupies the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland, blending historic industrial buildings with sustainable modern additions and housing programs in architecture, design, fine art, writing, and critical studies. The Oliver Art Center and the Wattis Institute for Contemporary Art host graduating-student shows, visiting-artist solo exhibitions, and cross-disciplinary thematic exhibits spanning ceramics, fiber, new media, industrial design, and experimental film. Guided by the philosophy of learning through making, the college urges students to wed craft tradition with pressing social questions, and its open campus atmosphere complements Oakland vibrant art community, making it a hidden gem for experiencing the Bay Area contemporary art ecosystem.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00-20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00-18:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00-20:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00-20:00 |
| Friday | 09:00-20:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00-18:00 |
Campus Mon-Fri 9:00-20:00; galleries Tue-Sat 11:00-18:00, closed Sundays
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Campus and gallery exhibitions free; select lectures and workshops charge fees
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of California College of the Arts?
Monday: 09:00-20:00; Tuesday: 11:00-18:00; Wednesday: 09:00-20:00; Thursday: 09:00-20:00; Friday: 09:00-20:00; Saturday: 11:00-18:00; Campus Mon-Fri 9:00-20:00; galleries Tue-Sat 11:00-18:00, closed Sundays
How much is the admission for California College of the Arts?
Adult: Free; Campus and gallery exhibitions free; select lectures and workshops charge fees
Any practical tips for visiting California College of the Arts?
Wattis opening receptions are typically free and open to the public Rockridge nearby has many independent galleries for a combined visit
How long should I spend at California College of the Arts?
A typical visit takes Recommended 1.5-2.5 hours.
