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Norton Simon Museum

Museum, Art Gallery, and Art Museum
West Pasadena, Pasadena
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    Sandy S.
    "Always enjoy the Degas and 19th and 20th century work."(4 Tips)
    Annabelle L.
    "I also love the impressionist wing."(4 Tips)
    Go Find Alice
    "Sculpture garden is beautiful too and a perfect spot to relax"(4 Tips)
    Elizabeth M.
    "wonderful collection spanning Impressionism to East Asian art."(2 Tips)
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  • Go Find Aliceheart icon on user image
    Go Find AliceMay 28, 2015
    One of the best (not so well known) museums in LA. Amazing selection of Impressionism artworks. Sculpture garden is beautiful too and a perfect spot to relax
  • Joseph C.heart icon on user image
    Joseph CAugust 26, 2014
    Always something interesting on display being showcased here. Decent food in the café but, bring a sack lunch better & have lunch out on the grass by the parking lot. http://www.nortonsimon.org
  • Nivedita V.
    Nivedita VaidyaJuly 29, 2013
    Great collection of paintings and sculptures. Very intimate and interesting. Has many renowned impressionist artists' work. Walk around the garden is a must.
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannMay 26, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    Incredible world class collection in Pasadena- go on their late weekend night when it’s less crowded and you can wander the garden. A beautiful place.
  • Justin O.heart icon on user image
    Justin OrdovezaJune 18, 2015
    Make sure to bring your student id! The gardens are nice. One of the better selections of art in LA.
  • Elizabeth M.
    Elizabeth McGonigleAugust 11, 2014
    Wonderful, wonderful collection spanning Impressionism to East Asian art. Be sure to not wear a large tote as they will make you check it.
  • Jasonheart icon on user image
    JasonAugust 25, 2018
    Admission is free for all visitors the first Friday of every month from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Unless otherwise stated, events are free with admission and no reservations are required.
  • Biancaheart icon on user image
    Bianca4 days ago
    Amazing gem of an extensive art collection,hidden in an modernist building. Check the gardens.
  • Los Angeles
    Los AngelesAugust 1, 2013
    If you'd like to visit for free, show your valid student I.D. or plan your visit between 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. the first Friday of every month.
  • Hana N.
    Hana NesbittFebruary 18, 2013
    Wonderful museum. Be sure to set aside time for the 19th century gallery - great collection of impressionists Degas, Manet, Cézanne, Toulouse Lautrec & others
  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuMay 28, 2015
    Spent a day meeting with a friend on a project in the outdoor cafe and it was absolutely lovely. So much space and beautiful atmosphere. Free entry with student ID!
  • Jasonheart icon on user image
    JasonAugust 25, 2018
    In order to park here on Free First Fridays, you’ll need to get here 30 minutes early (4:30PM). If you arrive after 5PM, don’t expect to get a parking spot.
  • Ben J. D.
    Ben J. DITZELApril 23, 2012
    Very nice museum; very large for the area and has some really famous pieces of art as well as some ancient statues (c. 1st century).
  • Chris G.heart icon on user image
    Chris GoJanuary 27, 2013
    Get the audio tour. Many of the items have descriptions for kids, which adults will enjoy too. It's only $3.
  • Otis College of Art and Design
    Pasadena’s Norton Simon Museum has an encyclopedic collection. Don’t miss the fantastic Indian art, installed by Greg Walsh of Frank Gehry’s office, and Francesco di Giorgio Martini’s Fidelity, 1495.
  • Sandy S.
    Sandy ScottFebruary 8, 2014
    Fabulous museum. The Asian collection is excellent. Always enjoy the Degas and 19th and 20th century work.
  • Francis U.heart icon on user image
    Francis UnsonDecember 3, 2023
    Bookmark their website and add their socials so you can keep up with rotating exhibitions.
  • Julieheart icon on user image
    JulieJanuary 10, 2016
    Not too big, but a great way to spend the afternoon. Great selection of art.
  • Naomi T.
    Naomi TrujilloMay 31, 2013
    Try to ignore the rather overbearing guards to enjoy one of the best collections in California. Gorgeous lighting and surroundings!
  • Luis M.heart icon on user image
    Luis ManaloMarch 2, 2017
    My favorite is the "The Geographer" who looks upon its viewers with disdain.
  • Mercie S.heart icon on user image
    Mercie SanchezDecember 6, 2014
    Been here it's a really nice museum especially the sculpture garden outside.
  • Shelly R.
    Shelly RosenbergAugust 22, 2013
    Great collection. Better than Getty. Love the 19th and 20th sections.
  • Oscar F.heart icon on user image
    Oscar FajardoJanuary 9, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Great collection. Vincent Van Gogh paintings.
  • Annabelle L.
    Annabelle LovellAugust 17, 2013
    The best place to hang out is the statue garden. It's gorgeous and serene. I also love the impressionist wing.
  • Chase R.
    Chase RichardsonSeptember 29, 2012
    Great selection of impressionist, post-impressionist, pointillist, and cubist art.
  • Jeremy M.
    Jeremy MorleyDecember 10, 2011
    Fantastic collection. Make sure to tout the sculpture garden. A beautiful setting.
  • Terry D.
    Terry DuttonJuly 20, 2013
    Wonderful SMALL museum. The one you see on the Rose Parade broadcast every year.
  • A
    AFebruary 9, 2012
    Interesting collection of sculptures from asia from the early century located at the lower level
  • Ian B.heart icon on user image
    Ian BernsteinMarch 3, 2018
    I swear there’s more guards here than the Getty. 🤔
  • Anita D.heart icon on user image
    Anita DuBois ColemanNovember 11, 2013
    Loved it all...get the Turkey Brie sandwich for lunch!
  • Eugene L.
    Eugene LeeSeptember 7, 2013
    Hit the outdoor garden before dark.. Worth seeing
  • Monica S.heart icon on user image
    Monica SmithApril 14, 2017
    The sculpture garden is the best.
  • Dave H.
    Dave HuckleJune 6, 2010
    Lots of Degas, great Asian sculptures downstairs, and I really like the modern stuff in there too. Great pieces.
  • Arvin A.
    Arvin AlikhaniDecember 11, 2017
    This woman in a pic will kill u with her boobs and eyes and even if u die in back yard no one will know wtf happened to u..
  • jane H.
    jane HouleJuly 4, 2011
    There is a lovely outdoor eating area with great sandwiches and salads!
  • Joe B.
    Joe BoseMarch 7, 2010
    Best museum in LA. Excellent 19th and 20th century collection as well as South Asian art. Managable and great.
  • Romeo P.
    Romeo Paguyo IIJuly 16, 2011
    I like to go to the back of the garden where the tables are and read a book.
  • Shaun L.
    Shaun LangMay 7, 2013
    The best collection on the West Coast. Amazing.
  • Kiisu K.
    Kiisu KatzeDecember 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Please be polite to the gallery attendants. It's just courtesy and good karma.
  • Angie K.
    Angie KingFebruary 27, 2012
    Don't hug the statues. You can't touch the statues you will get busted.
  • Seonhai K.
    Seonhai KimAugust 6, 2013
    Great collections
  • A
    AFebruary 9, 2012
    Be sure to check out the sculptures in the garden
  • Gordon G.
    Gordon GaussJuly 18, 2013
    Enjoy the fabulous collection of art by Edgar Degas.
  • whiteboxerdogs w.
    Open from 12-6 Wednesday-Monday closed Tuesday adults $10 seniors $5 kids and students with I'D free
  • Dine.Savor.Repeat. ™️ a.heart icon on user image
    Absolutely NO Food or Drinks inside the building! Even baby formula! That's absolutely ridiculous but you can go outside to their garden cafe for a decent meal that's highly over priced instead. :/
  • 💋
    💋January 20, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Please don't let your kids run around like savages here. The employees are not your nannies. Thank you.
  • Betty T.
    Betty TsoJuly 2, 2011
    It's free admission the first Friday of the month, 6pm - 9pm.
  • Dorothy M.heart icon on user image
    Dorothy McElrathAugust 10, 2015
    Paintings and sculpture
  • HelloMetro.com
    HelloMetro.comJune 9, 2011
    One of the best things to do with kids in Pasadena! Read more
  • Nick
    NickSeptember 1, 2010
    Students, being your student ID card to get in free.
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