Local museums serve as cultural institutions that connect residents to art, history, science, and community heritage through exhibitions, programs, and educational initiatives designed for visitors of all ages. There are 15 Museum locations in Oakland, California.

Residents should check the museum's website for free admission days, membership rates, and upcoming special exhibitions or events — many community museums offer significantly discounted or free admission for local residents on designated days throughout the year.

List of Oakland City, California Museum

Chabot Space And Science Center

View Details Call Now (510) 336-7300

Chabot Space And Science Center

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Bernard Artmann Museum

View Details Call Now (702) 415-3598

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Discovery Center Recreation

View Details Call Now (510) 535-5657

Discovery Center Recreation

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Merrit Museum Of Anthropology

View Details Call Now (510) 436-2607

Merrit Museum Of Anthropology

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Ebony Museum Of Art

View Details Call Now (510) 763-0141

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Mills College Art Museum

View Details Call Now (510) 430-2164

Mills College Art Museum

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Museum Of Childrens Art

View Details Call Now (510) 465-8770

Museum Of Childrens Art

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Museum Of Childrens Arts

View Details Call Now (510) 465-8770

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Oakland Aviation Museum

View Details Call Now (510) 638-7100

Oakland Aviation Museum

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Oakland Museum Of California

View Details Call Now (510) 318-8400

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Oakland Museum - California Sculpture

View Details Call Now (510) 238-2200

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Pardee Home Museum

View Details Call Now (510) 444-2187

Pardee Home Museum

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Rotary Nature Center

View Details Call Now (510) 238-3739

Rotary Nature Center

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The Museum Of Art And Digital Entertainment

View Details Call Now (510) 210-0291

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Victorian Preservation Center Of Oakland

View Details Call Now (510) 536-1703

Victorian Preservation Center Of Oakland

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Residents of Oakland who visit local museums regularly should consider purchasing an annual membership, which typically pays for itself in two to three visits and includes added benefits like guest passes, exhibition previews, and discounts at the museum shop and café.

You may also find Museum locations in nearby cities including San Francisco, Alameda, San Leandro.