I have been to numerous museums across the US and Europe and San Jose's rates as one of my favorites. I love the fact that this is a fairly small museum, so I can navigate the whole thing in under two hours. If I get tired and hungry, there is a charming cafe close at hand. If I want to... More

Great Joan Brown retrospective exhibit (unfortunately, not part of permanent holdings). Neat computer inspired art installations. Wonderful blending of old and new architecture. More

A great museum with a variety of arts for adults and kids. Staff are friendly and helpful. More

They always have an exhibit worth visiting, a cafe with great food, and an incredible gift shop with well-chosen items. There is also art from the permanent collect to see, and of course the magnificent Gihooly Chandeliers gracing the entrance. More

Very well displayed, interesting works. Very informative staff and volunteers More

San Jose art Museum has some very interesting exhibits. If you love art this medium sized museum is not to be missed. They have some clever shows. This museum has interesting lunch lectures, community events,and has offering to a wide spectrum of ages and interests. If you are in town you should check out the website to see what's happening... More

Even though I live very close to downtown San Jose, I don't get there often enough. I especially enjoy this museum because it's small and they usually have at least one exhibit that's a bit controversial. It's nice to be able to look at everything in a couple of hours. For visitors with young children, they have art bags and... More

Very friendly staff. Small collections, and not great value for the admission price. Not a great selection of exhibits. Clean facility, however. Good accessibility for handicap accommodations. More

This museum will delight you! There are numerous excellent exhibits throughout the year with lots of space in which to roam. The docents are helpful or one can go it alone and use written guides for information. The Cafe is in the original museum which I've been told was a post office before that! The food has been consistently fair.... More