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Haggin Museum: Art and History Intertwined

Discover world-class art and local history at the Haggin Museum, a cultural gem in Stockton's Victory Park. Explore paintings, artifacts, and stories of the San Joaquin Valley.

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The Haggin Museum, nestled in Stockton's Victory Park, blends fine art with local history. Founded in 1931, it showcases 19th and 20th-century art alongside exhibits detailing the history of Stockton and the San Joaquin Valley.

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Local tips

  • Visit on the first Saturday of the month for free admission.
  • Active-duty military personnel and their families receive free admission from Armed Forces Day in May through Labor Day.
  • Check the museum's website for information on current exhibitions and special events.
  • Parking is free on the streets surrounding Victory Park, but it can be limited.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From within Victory Park, follow the paved paths towards the large brick building in the center. The museum's south entrance, which provides elevator access to all floors, faces Picardy Drive. Look for signs directing you to the entrance.

  • Public Transport

    Several bus lines stop near the Haggin Museum. From the nearest bus stop at Acacia & Yosemite FS Eastbound, walk west on Acacia Street, then turn left onto N Pershing Avenue. Continue on Pershing until you reach Victory Park on your left. Walk along the park path to the Haggin Museum. A single bus fare is typically around $1 to $7. Check the San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) website for specific routes and schedules.

  • Driving

    From Interstate 5, take the Pershing Avenue exit if traveling north, or the Oak-Fremont exit if traveling south. Follow the signs to Victory Park. Free street parking is available around the park. Disabled parking spaces are located near the museum's south entrance, accessible from Picardy Drive. Be aware that parking can be limited, especially during peak hours.

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The Haggin Museum, a landmark in Stockton's Victory Park since 1931, offers a unique combination of art and local history. The museum's story began when Stockton native Robert McKee and his wife, Eila Haggin McKee, donated $30,000 to the San Joaquin Pioneer and Historical Society with the stipulation that the museum be named in honor of her father, Louis Terah Haggin, and include galleries for the family's art collection. The art collection features European and American paintings from the 19th and early 20th centuries, including works by Renoir, Bierstadt, and others. The museum boasts the largest regional collection of Albert Bierstadt's iconic landscapes. The history exhibits delve into the story of Stockton and the San Joaquin Valley, with displays on Native Americans, the Gold Rush, agriculture, and local industries. Reconstructed storefronts evoke a turn-of-the-century California town, complete with a schoolhouse and a Chinese herb shop. Don't miss the infamous steamer trunk of Emma LeDoux, a fascinating piece of local true crime history. The museum also houses a library/archives with a collection of historical artifacts, photographs, and documents. The Haggin Museum hosts temporary exhibitions and special events throughout the year, including family programs, lectures, and musical performances.

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