Timken Museum of Art

Timken Museum of Art World-class fine art collection of European & American masters, and Russian icons. Always free! Designed by San Diego architect John Mock for Frank L.
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Affectionately known as the “jewel box” of fine art, the Timken is home to the Putnam Foundation’s world-class collection of European and American masterpieces and Russian icons. Artists represented include Rembrandt, Rubens, Fragonard, Bierstadt, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, John Singleton Copley, and Eastman Johnson. Hope and Associates, the museum building is considered one of the most important e

xamples of mid-century southern California modernism, and one of the finest regional examples of the International Style in the United States.

09/03/2026
What makes a museum collection so special?🌟 Join us for a FREE virtual talk as we explore highlights from the Thyssen-Bo...
09/02/2026

What makes a museum collection so special?🌟

Join us for a FREE virtual talk as we explore highlights from the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, from Renaissance masterpieces to modern works of art. Discover the fascinating artists, stories, and ideas behind some of the museum’s most memorable pieces.

Register through the link in our bio and join us online—we can’t wait to explore this incredible collection with you!

📚 Every year, this is the room. Wine, charcuterie, and friendly competition among fellow art lovers, one Sunday evening ...
08/29/2026

📚 Every year, this is the room. Wine, charcuterie, and friendly competition among fellow art lovers, one Sunday evening in the galleries. Trivia Night returns September 27. Patron-level members enjoy a complimentary table of four. Join before the 27th and yours is on us. Link in bio.🥂

All are welcome. Non-member tickets are available for purchase as well.

Why were books once worth their weight in gold?Before the printing press, books were among the most luxurious objects in...
08/21/2026

Why were books once worth their weight in gold?

Before the printing press, books were among the most luxurious objects in Europe. Adorned with shimmering gold leaf, brilliant pigments, and breathtaking illustrations, illuminated manuscripts transformed every page into a work of art.

Join us for a free virtual talk as we uncover the fascinating history behind these dazzling masterpieces and discover how they shaped the art of the late Medieval and Renaissance periods.

Register through the link in our bio and join us online–we can't wait to explore these extraordinary treasures with you!

🥂 Save the date. Trivia Night at the Timken returns Sunday, September 27, an evening of art, wit, and wine among fellow ...
08/21/2026

🥂 Save the date. Trivia Night at the Timken returns Sunday, September 27, an evening of art, wit, and wine among fellow cultural enthusiasts. Patron-level members reserve a private table of four, absolutely free. Not a Patron yet? Join before September 27 and your table is on us, a $300 value. Link in bio to join.📚

Not yet a Timken member? Non-member tickets are available for purchase as well.

Classical music returns to the Timken galleries on Sunday, August 23. Music & Masters features violinist Nuvi Mehta and ...
08/17/2026

Classical music returns to the Timken galleries on Sunday, August 23. Music & Masters features violinist Nuvi Mehta and classical pianist Jessie Chang for an intimate evening of conversation and performance in the James A. Lester Gallery. 🎶🎵

Enjoy wine, hors d'oeuvres, and dessert in the museum before settling in for a world-class musical program.

Tap the Upcoming Events page in our bio to join and explore more upcoming events

🥂 Your table is waiting. On Sunday, September 27, Trivia Night at the Timken returns with trivia spanning art, music, fa...
08/11/2026

🥂 Your table is waiting. On Sunday, September 27, Trivia Night at the Timken returns with trivia spanning art, music, fashion, and food, paired with wine, charcuterie, and unforgettable company. Become a Patron-level member before the 27th, and your table for four is on us ($300 value). Link in bio to join.

Not a member? Not a problem. Non-member tickets are available too.

Ready to make your own masterpiece? ✨ Join us at the Timken Museum of Art for a beginner-friendly Resin & Crystal Lazy S...
08/07/2026

Ready to make your own masterpiece? ✨ Join us at the Timken Museum of Art for a beginner-friendly Resin & Crystal Lazy Susan Workshop! Craft a stunning, functional 14" centerpiece designed by you. All materials, tools, and light refreshments are included.

🎟️ Limited spots available—tap the Upcoming Events in our bio to register

Join us on Sunday, August 23, for an extraordinary evening of sound and vision. Music & Masters brings Ventura Music Fes...
08/03/2026

Join us on Sunday, August 23, for an extraordinary evening of sound and vision. Music & Masters brings Ventura Music Festival’s Artistic Director and violinist Nuvi Mehta, alongside classical pianist Jessie Chang, to the Timken's galleries.✨🎻🎹

Guests will enjoy an introductory conversation with Mehta exploring the evening's repertoire, followed by a live musical performance. The event also features a pre-show wine and hors d'oeuvres reception and a dessert intermission.

Tap the Upcoming Events page in our bio to join and explore more upcoming events

Join us in watching the works of Michelangelo, Rembrandt, and Monet step off the canvas. On Saturday, August 8, the Timk...
08/01/2026

Join us in watching the works of Michelangelo, Rembrandt, and Monet step off the canvas. On Saturday, August 8, the Timken is heading to Laguna Beach for the world-renowned Pageant of the Masters, and you’re invited! 🎭

This curated travel day goes beyond the standard ticket. We’ll begin with an exclusive, behind-the-scenes introduction by Pageant staff to explore the history and inner workings of this famous theatrical production. Afterward, you’ll enjoy premium Main Tier seating as iconic masterpieces come alive through a breathtaking blend of living art, live music, and illusion.

Your ticket covers every detail: round-trip travel on a private luxury bus, wine and charcuterie, and free time to dine and explore the vibrant Laguna Beach artist community or the Sawdust Art Festival.

Space is limited for this special travel day. Be sure to tap the Upcoming Events page in our bio to secure your tickets.

Address

1500 El Prado, Balboa Park
San Diego, CA
92101

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16192395548

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