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Experience the Timken as a member. Exclusive privileges include invitations to member-only events, discounts, priority notice to special events and trips, and more! Members and donors provide financial support for enrichment programs that make the Timken an importantā€”and freeā€”resource.

SPRING EXHIBITION Reconsidering Bierstadt: Kent Monkman

This new intervention in the American Gallery juxtaposes Albert Bierstadt's 1864 painting "Cho-looke, The Yosemite Fall" with contemporary First Nation Cree artist Kent Monkman's 2012 work "The Fourth World". On view March 26 - June 8, 2025.

Schedule your visit Free Guided Tours

Schedule a FREE guided tour of the museum for individuals and groups!

Art + Design Workshop Flourishing Calligraphy

Join us on April 28, for a creative journey where calligraphy meets botanical illustration. In this hands-on workshop in the Museum's Central Gallery, we'll explore the art of flourishing with a calligraphy pen to craft elegant botanical forms.

Art + Design Workshop Flower Arranging

Join us on May 20th with professional floral artists from Native Poppy and learn how to arrange flowers like a pro.

Ā Dare to be Inspired. Always Free.

Our Location

1500 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
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Our Hours

Open Wednesday - Sunday from 10am - 5pm
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Ā Our MissionĀ 

The Timken Museum of Art preserves the Putnam Collection of European old masters, American art, and Russian icons for the education and benefit of present and future generations of San Diego residents and visitors. The Museum celebrates the important role of art as a way of enriching lives and nurturing the creative spirit in us all. Ā 

The Collection