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SFMOMA
Category: Arts & Entertainment Museums Museums
151 3rd St(between Minna St & Masset Pl)
San Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhood: SOMA
(415) 357-4000
- Hours:
Mon-Tue, Fri-Sun 11 am - 6 pm
Thu 11 am - 9 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
820 reviews for SFMOMA
Review Highlights
"The Frida Kahlo exhibit is amazing and very personal."
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Review from Ann L.
Updated - 2/7/2012
FREE First Tues of the Month. I spent about 2hrs there.
Jim Campbell: Exploded views - cool lights & you can see it better on the 2nd Fl - flying birds.
Seca Art Award - some just ok art
Francesca Woodman - photos. Lots of self-photos she took Naked! Just ok for me.
4th Fl - Closed right now, they are working on the next exhibit.Listed in: Things to do in SF, Museums in SF
12 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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10/16/2011
Another Yerba Buena family Day has come & gone. It was Sun Oct 16, 2011 & the SFMOMA was one of 4… Read more »
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Review from meshell c.
Oakland, CA
2/4/2012
I'm definitely a fan of the arts, but this museum just doesn't wow me like it use to. Every time I've been here except a few years back, they always have a floor closed for some installation. Their selections are worthy of checking out, but it just feels a little lack-luster.
Their store does have a good selection of art books and other gifts, but it can be bit pricey.
I want to like this place more, but each time I've been back, it's just been alright. I do like the architecture inside and their stairway leading up to the floors, but I'm not here just to see that.
Oh yah, don't mind the security who was on the floor, loudly texting in his phone. Annoying! -
Review from Matt S.
San Francisco, CA
2/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
"Hey! It's the building from architectural history class."
Funny story about the MOMA (skip ahead for my review): I was doing a quarter in SF way back in 2007, my arch professor told the class to visit the MOMA while she made some calls (it was the first Tuesday of the month when entry is FREE!). Rather than fight the crowds, the class decided to go to Thirsty Bear to grab a few drinks instead. When asked how the museum was, all of us (slightly buzzed) respond "Fannntastic!"
But I digress, and am glad to say that I've returned to the museum a few times since then to actually go inside.
The Mario Botta building is a great space. Be sure to visit the sky bridge on the fourth floor if you aren't afraid of heights, it'll take you soaring over the entry lobby. Also check out the redesigned roof garden space and cafe, it makes for a great party space.
The Dieter Rams exhibit is what drew me to the SFMOMA most recently. The exhibit was much smaller than I imagined. Just two rooms. The first shows off Rams' furniture timeless pieces, and the second displays his more famous pieces while working at Braun. It was great to actually see the pieces, but I wish there were more to it.
Tip: This visit was on a Thursday evening, where tickets are 1/2 off, so it only costs me $9 to visit instead of the normal $18. Definitely would not have gone to see Rams for $18. -
Review from Kelly S.
Berkeley, CA
Updated - 2/14/2012
I really wonder about the staff at this museum not bothering to contact me about my previous review. I'm sure they have marketing interns. A reply that says something like, sorry you had a bad experience, we are reviewing our process to improve future shows..." It's sort of Marketing 101.
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8/31/2011
One star for overselling the Stein show. It was waaaaaay too packed in the museum. We couldn't get a… Read more »
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Review from Sean G.
San Francisco, CA
2/12/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Got a membership for my gal and me a month ago and we've been there three times already. Love being able to just drop by for an hour and peruse an exhibit, then grab a coffee/snack on the rooftop (such a great addition) and catch up in setting just a tad more inspiring than your corporate coffeeshop.
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Review from Abby S.
1/11/2012 1 Check-in Here
Wish I could come up with a better way to articulate my sentiments towards the SF MOMA, but all I can say is "Wow!"
Have lived in the Bay Area for over a year now and work 5 minutes away and my first visit was in December. My bad! To be honest, I'm a little spoiled from so many free museums back in STL and still have sticker shock when it comes to the cost of admission for most museums here in San Francisco. Just found out that they have free afternoons/evenings and I definitely need to take advantage.
But back to the MOMA. Work brought us here for our annual holiday party. Yes, we are very lucky employees. The lobby alone is breathtaking. Currently they have a light installation overhead as you walk in, which was pulsing to the beat of the music. Very cool. I also enjoyed the graffiti exhibit on the second floor, along with the tape machines. That's about as far as I got, as I was there for social reasons, not to look at art.
The plan is to go back either by myself or with my girlfriend who has a membership (free admission!) and do the full tour. Take my time, soak in the exhibits and feel a little bit more cultured. -
Review from Delver D.
Oakland, CA
2/13/2012
I have never been inspired to write a yelp review until a recent visit to the San Francisco MoMa. What is it about the Bay Area that drums up the flattest most uninspired museum cur rations and draw in a crowd of wide eyed randoms just tying for a glimpse at the emperors new cloths.
It sucks. Cold and flat with a permanent collection composed of 1950's Dinosaurs like Motherwell and Rothko. WE'VE SEEN IT!
Having a security guard tell a a child not to touch a vintage apple computer monitor that was on display was about the funniest, and only image that stuck with me in the recent design exhibition.
San Francisco is filled with amazing modern art galleries such as the Steven Wiertz or John Gruen Galleries ( i believe I got the names close ). Unless there is a show you are dying to see such as Francesca Woodman, don't waste your time on this massive foam core, sugar cube structure. It really is a salute to post-modern deconstruction in dire need of reaction.
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Review from Stephanie T.
San Francisco, CA
1/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
One of San Francisco's most iconic buildings and also a fabulous place to spend an afternoon, drop by for a coffee or shop for a cool gift.
If you're local I'd recommend going in with a friend on the dual membership. You get unlimited entry for you and a guest (and so does your friend) plus admission to special events and a 10% discount on museum purchases.
Of course, have to point out the best part. This place makes a kickass affogato: Humphrey Sloacomb secret breakfast with just the right amount of Blue Bottle espresso.
Also useful to know - the museum is closed on Wednesdays. -
Review from Larena H.
12/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
SFMOMA: I don't get you or your smug.
I like modern art and all, but some of your pieces are made of the stuff sitcoms love to mock.
Really? A rainbow style arch spread of blue chalk? That's art?
A double urinal - the wedding gift for the gay couple that has everything :-P - really? that's art?
The sculpture garden was .. interesting.
Stacks of newspapers and wooden crate boxes in the corner are art? Then my dad's garage is a veritable monument!
The best part about the museum is the Mondrian cake that is served at the little coffee stand near the sculpture garden. It's pretty. It's tasty. I think it would have been better if it had been at room temperature when I ate it though.
Either way, I wouldn't go back. I'm so over you like Kim Kardashian is over Kris Humphries. -
Review from Danny V.
Austin, TX
1/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
If you are reading this because you are considering going to the SF MOMA stop reading this and just go. The place is in a great location, has good hours and usually has several interesting collections for you to see. I was lucky enough to see the Francesca Woodman exhibit which was both moving and very enlightening.
I will warn you that the book store is a bit over priced so if you find something you like amazon is probably a much better bet. People are friendly and in most areas you can take non flash photographs.
Overall excellent location and look forward to my next trip to SF so I can visit again. -
Review from Dennis W.
Pleasanton, CA
2/4/2012
Super nice collection of modern and classic art. The architecture inside of this museum is also very nice.
I take BART to Montgomery Station and head towards 3rd Street and then south on 3rd and I am there. No hassles with finding parking, etc. -
Review from Susy C.
San Francisco, CA
12/19/2011
I kind of wish the MoMa was bigger but alas this is San Francisco and we are limited on space.
They've got great exhibits from time to time but I finally made a trip out here.
Liked the museum well enough.
I like the theater that they have as well. Comfy and cozy enough, especially for a 35mm director's cut showing of Blade Runner.
WINNING.
Yea, I know that phrase is getting old and I should retire it. At least I didn't say SWAG. -
Review from Bob K.
San Francisco, CA
1/27/2012 1 Check-in Here
SFMOMA is a landmark worth going to. The building, in the fine tradition of MOMAs in top cities, is a great work of art in itself. Sometimes I find I enjoy the building with its textures, spaces and lighting to be more interesting than the exhibits. Not that the exhibits aren't excellent... just a matter of personal taste. The 3D LED installation above the entry foyer is captivating from the second or third floor stairwells that poke into the foyer airspace. On this visit there was a fun exhibit of product design featuring the work of Dieter Rams - furniture and his many electric/electronic products for Braun. The gift shop has some good and off-the-beaten path items and the cafe is worth a quick stop. LA an NY MOMA afficionados might feel like they are taking a step down at SFMOMA... whatever, they have to go home to LA or NY after.
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Review from Kelly K.
San Francisco, CA
1/25/2012 1 Check-in Here
Building 5, art collection 2. Moca in la is way better.
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Review from Denice Z.
12/11/2011
I am an artsy girl who grew up in New York and spent lots of time in museums .
The SFMOMA is Fabulous ,
Sculptures ,Photography ,you name it they have it .
This Museum is Neck and neck with NYMOMA in my opinion .
Wonderfully enjoyable experience .less than 20 bucks to get in and feed your soul !Listed in: My Cali Picks
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Review from Maria G.
1/1/2012 4 Check-ins Here
This place has interesting collections.
I was impressed by most of its collections. Some are just okay. They are open for extended hours on Thursday night and offer some discounts, I believe.
Allow approximately 2 hours for yourself to visit.
If I were to come back again for another visit, I would probably only come back for its evening hour when it offers discount.
Some exhibits allow photos and some do not - pay attention to the signs. -
Review from Raych D.
12/7/2011
MY MOST FAVORITE MUSEUM!!
You CAN NOT go to San Francisco without checking this museum out! First off this place is HUGE, and for only $18 admission why not??? They have parking right in the back of the museum that I believe is free with validation.
When we visited in 2009 we started off from the bottom floor to the top. But I think the top, the Sten exhibit is the most exciting floor and it's also my favorite floor because there is an outside floor with a cafe with their infamous Mandrian cake that the cafe serves (bummed we didn't get to sample it). They have tons of paintings such as Frida Kahlo with her husband Diego Rivera, they have all kinds of sculptures.
There are 3 stories to look at and everything is well designed, clean and spacious. The parking is located right in the back and even with a line to buy your ticket...it moves really quick. Kinda bummed me and my girlfriends didn't visit on our last SF trip but there is always next time. =)Listed in: I Left my HEART in SAN…
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Review from Mayra L.
San Francisco, CA
12/12/2011
A great thing about San Francisco is its variety of amazing museums in the City. We have the De Young, the Legion of Honor, the Exploratorium and the Academy of Science, but the MOMA is by far my favorite museum.
There's just something about the MOMA that is so modern and chic, and the exhibits are truly something else.
I visited the MOMA for the first time specifically to see the Steins collection of Picasso's and Matisse. After checking out that amazing exhibit. I stumbled upon something that blew me away from the the Steins collection's- "Faces of our Time". "Faces of our Time" photography exhibit featured four up and coming photographers and their selected work. They just blew me away, I spent more then an hour in awe of their exhibit, wanting to keep seeing more.
There are also quirky exhibits like a string of water bottles and interactive films. They have a cafe and awesome rooftop Terrance where you can sip your Blue Bottle coffee while contemplating how far art has come, or when the sun will come out in San Francisco. -
Review from Yee Gan O.
11/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
In reply to my friend, Dorothy C's review (http://www.yelp.co.uk/...) , I'm inviting a guest reviewer to write my review of SFMOMA.
Dorothy has been a lovely host to me and my teddy bear, Teddy on our visits to San Francsico and this is his experience of SFMOMA
Dearest Dorothy
It was indeed a pleasure to be snuck into another museum courtesy of your annual pass. I hadn't been aware of the 62 year age limit on the free pass but that was probably just as well because it would have made me nervous, knowing that the combined age of me and Yee Gan exceeded the permitted age limit!
The modern design of the building fitted in with the theme of the artwork. I know that Yee Gan was particualrly challenged by the bridge on the top level where you could see through to the bottom - despite his love of skiing and roller coasters, he's scared of heights and he really appreciated your help in crossing that bridge
I did like the large paintings/murals in the main lobby where so much is hidden in the picture and you see different things from different perspectives. Clever artists.
However, some of the other exhibits did seem sometimes to be testing the old adage of the emperor's new clothes. This was probably best summed up by Alex Schweder's The Urinal. In an attempt to demonstrate that anything can be described as art if an artist states that it is art, he exhibited a porcelain urinal. Hmmm......
I know that Yee Gan was pleasantly surprised by some of the other more thought provoking pieces though. His only regret was that he wasn't able to jump into the constantly inflating and deflating bouncy castle on the top floor, which also proved a good spot for a rest for weary legs and a quick posh ice cream
It was indeed a pleasure to be taken round for another tour of SF and I look forward to our next trip. Perhaps there could be fewer lions on the next trek
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Review from Whitney D.
San Francisco, CA
12/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
First Tuesdays of the month are FREE! =Awesome sauce!
Ventured here last Tuesday before work and was quite impressed. Yes, there were plenty of people there (understandably so) but it wasn't too crowded IMO. I enjoyed all of the artwork, especially the black and white photography on the top floor. It was easy to maneuver around and I only got bugged once by a staffer to not take photos (on the top floor, anyway).
Proud to live in a city with a MoMA such as this one. Other than the NY MoMA this is my favorite one so far. LA, Dallas, and Austin don't have shit on either NY or SF! -
Review from Jenny Q.
San Mateo, CA
12/10/2011
I've been here at least five times and I still don't get it :/ I thought modern art might be an acquired taste or something, but I just ain't acquiring it.
Sipping a cappuccino on the roof makes me feel classy though. Here's your star. -
Review from Dorothy C.
El Cerrito, CA
10/13/2011
Dearest Theodore,
I was reading the New York Times Business section this very morning and chanced upon an article about Kohler's Numi Toilet. Although it costs about $6,400, this little wonder can puff and powder your behind in a twinkle with the use of a touch screen remote control.
Naturally, this commode reminded me of you and our recent trip to SFMOMA. so I just had to write this review.
Of course, you are a stuffed teddy bear and I know you spent most of your time in the museum's cloak room while two humans wandered about through the exhibits. Nonetheless, Yee Gan O. and I had thought it would be ever so nice to snap your picture looking at various "art pieces" inside of the museum.
Specifically, The Loo.
Exactly what'n why this object (clearly an ancient men's urinal) was doing as a centerpiece of the majestic space that SFMOMA dedicates to its works of art, I am not sure. The good news was that it was clean. The bad news was that it was There, (Not as in A-Rose-Is-A-Rose-Is-There There but just simply There.) Even Gertrude Stein would have found it odd, but her exhibit was no longer there.
Not to worry.
I'm not squeamish about men's urinals posing as profound works of art, and I'm quite sure that Dr. YGO has seen a few in his time. So, we passed onward...past Matisse, Mondrian, Kahlo, Rivera.
My personal favorite was the painting of George Washington in the foyer. This is not your mama's Mount Vernon. Unless, of course, your mama was a very unusual person...
Rather like Gertrude Stein. Although, as I've mentioned. Gertie had already gone by the time we arrived at the museum. Taking her brother, her lover *and* her art work back to...where? Maybe Oakland.
But I jest. The museum is lovely. I felt at home there. I'm glad to have paid for my geezer membership so that I could wander freely throughout the place for free. (With a guest, of course...who did not have to be over 62...which Dr. YGO is not. Not even by a long shot. )
Ice Cream on the rooftop. A trippy walk across the acoustical bridge, housed in the museum's uppermost regions.
And then, an elevator ride to the foyer. Where we sprung Ted from his storage space in the cloak room. Though...I think he would have enjoyed being photographed next to that...um...white porcelain edifice.
I'd call the photograph:
"Le Bidet and the Bear That Dares."
Might even loan it to the museum for a brief exhibit.
Very brief indeed.
Meanwhile, Theodore., it was good to see you. We'll meet again, next year. Perhaps near one of the SF street commodes/kiosks?
***Light bulb***
Nahhhhhhh...be too hard to get one of those things into the museum. Probably.Listed in: How I Spent My Summer Vacation…
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Review from Michael U.
Dublin, OH
10/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
It is certainly not on par with the De Young and it cannot remotely compare to the MoMA in Chicago or New York, but overall a nice space with some unique pieces and a comfortable layout. I was lucky enough to arrive on a free Tuesday so I cannot fault the price, but considering the local parking costs and cost of the museum you're looking at ~$30/pp if you do not go on a free day.
Credit for the spaciousness and the rooftop garden with nearby Blue Bottle. -
Review from Ed d.
12/30/2011
Truly world class museum. A must-see while visiting SF. Worth a membership if you are a local.
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Review from Rudy D.
San Diego, CA
1/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
Its an art museum. I think i paid like 18 bucks or something. Kind of expensive. But they have cool exhibits and you can tell all of your hipster friends that you came here. They did have some weird photo exhibit that was generally soft core porn but since the shots were basically self portraits of the girl who i think passed away in her 20s, we let that slide. I always am down for a good Lichenstein and Warhol, and i definitely loved the mixed media pieces that mixed video with other forms of art (Dont want to ruin it, but check out the piece with the camera on the record player). Overall, better than going to the local art store, and like most Modern Art museums, not as grandiose as the LACMAs of the world.
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Review from Hannah A.
9/22/2011
In comparison to The NY MOMA , this museum is alot smaller but the lighting was perfect.
Favorites: The design exhibits and photo gallery as well as some very beautiful Mark Rothko pieces.
There was an interactive section were museum visitors can sketch and draw on blank white pieces of paper and hang it on the wall. I spent a good 15 minutes looking at each doodle and some of them were really creative! What a fabulous Idea.
They also have a Blue Bottle Coffee Co serving a limited variety of rather interesting sweets. I bought a plate of cookies simply because they came on a napkin with drawings and descriptions of its ingredients. WAY CUTE. It was so steamy that day and I did enjoy that they served sparkling lemonade.
Friendly Staff, a wide range of art work suitable to all types.
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Review from Stephanie M.
San Francisco, CA
10/5/2011
I am the worst museum goer that exists on this green Earth. After my coworker begged me the whole day to go with him to the first free Tuesday of the month at MOMA, I finally accepted. I love museums, but sometimes I feel like I can draw a happy face or a blue line, but it just doesn't cut it.
When we got there, the gentlemen in the entrance said to my coworker who is a male to either carry his backpack or carry it on the front. He looked like a pregnant man. I was wearing heels and was making so much noise, clack clack clack...and I was loud, saying cool, oh my, WOW..look at that..taking the elevator, taking silly pics, speaking in different languages, just having fun. There is about 5 floors, very modern, and awesome location. The corridors curve away into large airy spaces, you just wished your room looked like their halls. There are Rated R pics in there, caught some perve averting his eyes, but always looking back, too curious to walk away.
The photography, painting + sculpture, architecture + design, and media arts were amazing! I love to take a pictures with huge murals behind me. Only this time my coworker posed for every one with his backpack in front looking pregnant. If you go to the top floor, there is a garden and blue bottle co! There is a yoga class in the serene beauty of the museum. With music, good vibes, and free Naked Pure Coconut Water from Naked Juice, how cool is that?! I recommend visiting if you are in town, if you are a local, a must go. If you are artsy, it makes it all the more exciting.
SFMOMA members FREE
Adults $18.00
Seniors (62 years and older) $12.00
Students (with current ID) $11.00
Active U.S. military (with valid military ID. Includes active U.S. Coast Guard and activated National Guard or Reservists.) FREE
Kids 12 and under, accompanied by an adult FREE
Thursday evenings (6:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.) Half-price admission
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Review from Beatriz C.
Castro Valley, CA
9/22/2011
If there is a museum I adore, this one is it. I cannot stress how much this museum has moved my passion for art so much. You will find everything here and believe me this place is no bore.
I highly recommend starting from the top floor down, especially if you go when they are near closing hours as they tend to close from the top floor down. Also their visiting exhibits are at the top floor, it tends to be the most exciting floor to see in my opinion.
I always go for a regular visit to go see the pieces you will find there on a regular basis (frida, rothko..ect)Listed in: Culture Vultures
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Review from Jay B.
Los Altos, CA
12/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
I just love their permanent collection on the second floor, $18 to enter is steep. As an artist i'm really trying to like this museum but beyond the second floor ...I havn't made the connection yet?
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Review from Jordan P.
San Francisco, CA
12/19/2011
The permanent collection is nice. The exhibitions change regularly, but often a whole level will be closed for installation. NYMoMA is ain't.
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Review from Leana L.
12/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
FREE MUSEUM TUESDAY ON THE FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH?! I'M THERE!!!
I recently switched to a 4-10 schedule (Thurs-Sun), so when I heard that I could explore most of SF's museums for FREE on my "weekend," I jumped at the chance! I didn't expect myself to enjoy the MOMA as much as I did because I didn't see any particular exhibit that intrigued me. I was pleasantly surprised when I found myself enjoying my little attempt to get some culture in my life!
I don't remember the names of particular exhibits, but upon walking in, there's a display of hanging lights -- admire it from below, and then go up to the second or third floor stairway balcony and look at the lights (I thought it was so cool!). Since the fifth floor was closed due to the installation of a new exhibit, we started on the fourth floor. It was a bunch of black paintings. I'll admit I can't remember the name of the artist or the exhibit, but it was pretty cool. Definitely very modern, but I admired the unique texture and placement of the art against the stark white walls. Moving down, there was a collection of photographs including self portraits (mostly nude) and several others. On another floor, we reached an area displaying the evolution of technology. Everything from personal hairy dryers to audio equipment! It explained the 10 rules of innovation, which I found fascinating since it analyzed everyday items. Finally, was a floor of various pieces of modern art ranging from video clips to pieces made by etching.
Before leaving, we went up to the rooftop (smaller than I had imagined) and walked by the snack bar/cafe up there. It was nice, but didn't really offer much of a view except a sneak peak at the art being installed on the fifth floor.
I might come back if the exhibits change. It's a beautiful space inside and even though it was on a Free Tuesday, it wasn't too crowded. -
Review from Rene C.
7/31/2011 2 Check-ins Here
If you come here on September 7, 2011 then you have royally screwed up.
From now until September 6th, there is an amazing exhibit, "The Steins Collect" which is a collection of pieces that formerly belonged to Gertrude Stein and her family. The collection features works by Picasso and Matisse with a few Cezanne's and others. I came expecting to see one to two rooms of artwork and we would be out there in 30 minutes. I was way off, this exhibit seemed to go on forever with rooms filled with amazing pieces of art work. And in between the paintings there was detailed about the life of the Stein family and their love for art. There were photos of their former apartment in Paris and letters and writings. This exhibit did a great job telling their story and makes me want to learn more about the Stein family.
We were here on a Thursday night and thought we were being smart and avoid the crowds. But this was not the case and the secret must be out, because the museum was packed.
The one thing we didn't do that I wish we did was take the guided tour. But lucky for us, my wife gets free admission to SFMOMA so we will back this week and do it all over again!
If you are reading this, DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS EXHIBIT. -
Review from Jeffrey C.
Houston, TX
8/30/2011 1 Check-in Here
The SFMOMA is a great space with a collection that doesn't quite meet the hype or the cost. Seriously, the tickets are $18 for adult, $25/$27 for the special Stein exhibit (which we'll get to, and was awesome). Consider that the MOMA in New York is $20, and has a far more historic collection, and that price tag is steep.
But first, a digression on the Stein exhibit, which was curated phenomenally with a vast array of art from the late 19th to mid 20th century. The exhibition narrated the life and times of the Stein family, intermingled with their art, their artists, and the evolution of the times. It's timed entry, but even that didn't prevent the place from being absolutely packed.So while the story was incredible, the claustrophobia wasn't.
As for the rest of the exhibit, it's a mixed bag of meh. The highlight of the museum was featured in the Stein exhibit, Matisse's Woman with a Hat. It's a striking piece with a vividness that can only be truly taken in person. Other than that, I can't recall a must visit piece. Oh, other than the Mondrian Cake, which is spectacularly linear.
The best way to make your way through the museum is to start at the bottom and go up, saving the Stein exhibit and the top floor cafe for last (again, Mondrian Cake is the thing to see there). But is that in its entirety worth $25? I'm going to go with no.Listed in: SF/SV: Save Me, San Francisco, The World: Museum Mile
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Review from Jeff G.
12/7/2011 1 Check-in Here
SFMOMA...that name just sounds cool. And I love this place! The art is fantastic. The chandelier is breathtaking and the Braun exhibit is inspiring. Plus its absolutely free for military. We had a blast! Just don't touch the egg at the sony camera art exhibit...they get pissed at that! Inside joke, sorry.
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Review from Constance C.
East Bay, CA
8/27/2011
Disclaimer: I've been here at least 5 times within the past 3-4 years and even I think it's a little excessive so this review may be slightly biased.
I've seen the Richard Avedon exhibit here as well as the Georgia O'Keefe, Ansel Adams and a few others I can't remember anymore. I have decided that the space is small enough where I'm to the point where I could get through the museum in an hour since it's really not that big and I've seen the permanent stuff already. Now, I only grace the MOMA with my presence when there is an exhibit that interests me.
Pros: Love the student discount, Building's architecture is amazing, Good when there are good exhibits, I love the museum store
Cons: Is a bit on the pricey side even with the student discount (so I gotta limit how much I go there), Gets boring if you go too many times because most of the exhibits are the sameListed in: Get Cultured!
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Review from Mariya K.
San Francisco, CA
12/19/2011
I love the free first Tuesday of each month! The museum has great exhibits and eating an abstract art desert at the roof top garden is great!
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Review from Caroline A.
Chicago, IL
7/27/2011
The MOMA is a must if you're visiting SF and love modern art.
Definitely check out the Steins Collect if you'll be there before September 6. What an impressive collection of Matisse, Picasso, Cézanne, Renoir and others!
The Tobias Wong exhibit is small, but worth a visit. -
Review from Darth V.
Bellevue, WA
7/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
It is a universally accepted truth that The Smug is an invasive and seemingly unstoppable event in San Francisco. From what research I've had the Empire do on this phenomena, the MOMA seems to be the source of it. My recommendations that it be ripped out and transported to a desolate prison planet so as to protect this planet from its kung-fu grip...you know, so I can destroy the whole thing and enslave it myself...seem to have gotten lost in the bureaucracy, however.
Look, I've traveled the galaxy over, and if there's one thing I can tell you, it's that merely painting a blue half circle on a wall and putting a plaque next to it DOES NOT MAKE IT ART. Neither does taking a picture of your feet that are in the air as you lie on a bed and then developing it in black and white. Stacking 3 empty fruit boxes on top of one another and putting a rope around it? Same problem. You don't see me walking around with a bullwhip at my hip and claiming that makes me Indiana Jones, do you?
Wanna know what modern art is? It's photorealism. It's sculptures. It's inventive ways of painting. It's use of technology to create something that challenges the mind. It's skilled photography. It's utilizing your iLightsaber to carve up a victim in a creative and unusual way, or Force Throwing someone onto a wall so that it creates an interesting splatter pattern. It is NOT taking stacks of newspapers out of your attic, piling them in a corner, and calling it an "exhibit".
We stopped at the little coffee shoppe up on the 5th floor and tried what was supposed to be "the best cake ever" (quoted from a highly renowned chef). It was "OK", but frankly, I've had better at places about as "classy" as Red Lobster. And, my god, THE SMUG. It was so overwhelming that I was literally having to fight the urge to smell my own gas because I decided it would be so intoxicating. Be of strong mind before you go here, because the Smug is so over the top, it will suck you in if you aren't careful.
This place is highly, HIGHLY overrated. The only noteworthy exhibit in the entire museum is the Stein collection, and you have to pay an extra 7 bucks a person just to see it. Skip this place entirely.
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Review from Mutant O.
Berkeley, CA
Updated - 8/29/2011
One floor below the Steins exhibit is "Faces of Our Time", which will take your breath away. Richard Misrach's photos of post-Katrina graffiti moved me to tears and made me laugh. Jim Goldberg's heartfelt photos breath life.
And shhhh, big discovery -- no metered parking on New Montgomery on Sunday!Listed in: The Human Ocean
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Review from Phillip N.
Los Angeles, CA
6/30/2011 1 photo
Google Employee = Free Admissions for Employee + Free Admissions for One Guest + Entry to the Steins Collect for Both = SCORE!
There was so much art and some of the best ones were in the Steins Collect (Matisse, Picasso, and the Parisian Avant-Garde).
If you're hesitant about modern art (particularly those of the last two decades), I don't think this museum will change your mind. For myself, I came to the conclusion that modern art is about selling yourself well and having connections. That's my humble opinion.
I just didn't get a lot of the art and I'm not going to pretend I did. The modern artists I'm mainly into are Dali and Magritte.Listed in: SF Flavor
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