Benton Museum of Art, Claremont

Name: Benton Museum of Art
Address: Claremont, United States

#1 among attractions in Claremont

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The Benton Museum of Art, located in the picturesque city of Claremont, California, is a cultural gem nestled within the Claremont Colleges. This contemporary art museum, which is part of Pomona College, offers a rich tapestry of visual arts that spans various mediums and styles, providing visitors with a diverse and engaging experience.

Opened in 2020, the Benton Museum of Art was designed to replace the Pomona College Museum of Art, with the new facility providing more exhibition space and a modern architectural design that complements its surrounding environment. The museum's collections include an impressive array of works, with a particular emphasis on Native American art, American and European prints, and photography.

The Benton is not only a haven for art enthusiasts but also serves as an educational resource for students, scholars, and the broader community. With its rotating exhibitions, the museum showcases both historical and contemporary art, ensuring that every visit offers something new to discover.

Visitors to the Benton Museum of Art can explore galleries filled with thought-provoking artwork, attend lectures and workshops, or participate in community events that foster a deeper appreciation for the arts. The museum also features a collection of outdoor sculptures that harmonize with the lush landscapes of Claremont.

Coordinates: 34°5'46"N, 117°42'55"W

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Benton Museum of Art – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bridges Auditorium, Laemmle Theatres, California Botanic Garden, Claremont Colleges.

~1170 ftNE
Music venue, Art Deco architecture
Bridges Auditorium, Claremont
6 min walk • The Mabel Shaw Bridges Music Auditorium, more commonly known as Bridges Auditorium or Big Bridges, is a 2500-seat auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont, California, United States. It was designed by William Templeton Johnson and opened in 1932. It hosts a variety of performances for the college and outside groups.
~1510 ftW
Cinema, Nightlife
Laemmle Theatres, Claremont
8 min walk • Laemmle Theatres is a group of family-run arthouse movie theaters in the Los Angeles area. It was established in 1938 and is owned and operated by Robert Laemmle and his son Greg Laemmle.
1.1 miN
Botanical garden, Garden, Park
California Botanic Garden, Claremont
28 min walk • The California Botanic Garden is a botanical garden in Claremont, California, in the United States, just south of the San Gabriel foothills. The garden, at 86 acres, is the largest botanic garden in the state dedicated to California native plants.
0.6 miNE
Universities and schools
Claremont Colleges, Claremont
15 min walk • The Claremont Colleges are a consortium of seven high end private institutions of higher education located in Claremont, California, United States.
~590 ftNE
Music venue
Bridges Hall of Music, Claremont
3 min walk • The Mabel Shaw Bridges Hall of Music, more commonly known as Little Bridges, is a concert hall at Pomona College in Claremont, California, designed by Myron Hunt and opened in 1915. It was sponsored by a $100,000 gift from the parents of Mabel Shaw Bridges, a student in Pomona's class of 1908 who died of illness her junior year.
0.8 miN
Universities and schools
Claremont School of Theology, Claremont
22 min walk • Claremont School of Theology is a graduate school focused on religion and theology and located in Claremont, California. Claremont School of Theology is fully recognized and approved as one of thirteen official theological schools of The United Methodist Church.
0.6 miNE
Universities and schools
Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management, Claremont
16 min walk • The Peter F. Drucker and Masatoshi Ito Graduate School of Management, or more commonly, the Drucker School of Management, is the business school of Claremont Graduate University, which is a member of the Claremont Colleges. The school is named in honor of Peter Drucker, who taught management at the school for over 30 years.
0.6 miNE
34°6'13"N • 117°42'36"W
Clark Humanities Museum, Claremont
16 min walk • Museum
~490 ftNE
Monuments and statues, Neo-renaissance architecture
The Spirit of Spanish Music, Claremont
3 min walk • The Spirit of Spanish Music is a sculpture by Burt William Johnson. It was commissioned by the Pomona College class of 1915 and placed in the Lebus Court of the Mabel Shaw Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College, one of a group of buildings conceived for the expansion of Pomona...
0.8 miNE
Park
Pitzer College, Claremont
22 min walk • Pitzer College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, California. One of the Claremont Colleges, the college has a curricular emphasis on the social sciences, behavioral sciences, international programs, and media studies.
0.8 miNE
Universities and schools
Pitzer College, Claremont
21 min walk • Pitzer College is a private liberal arts college in Claremont, California. One of the Claremont Colleges, the college has a curricular emphasis on the social sciences, behavioral sciences, international programs, and media studies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Benton Museum of Art?

Nearby attractions include The Spirit of Spanish Music, Claremont (3 min walk), Bridges Hall of Music, Claremont (3 min walk), Bridges Auditorium, Claremont (6 min walk), Pomona College, Claremont (6 min walk).

How to get to Benton Museum of Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to Benton Museum of Art:

Bus

Claremont, CA - Metrolink Station • Lines: 19 (4 min walk)
Claremont Transit Center (6 min walk)

Train

Claremont (5 min walk)
Montclair (28 min walk)