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The Legion of Honor, originally known as the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, is an American art museum that was inaugurated in 1924. It is situated in the city of San Francisco, California. This museum is a part of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco and is a significant cultural landmark in the city.

Location and Attractions of the Museum

The Legion of Honor is located in Lincoln Park, in the western part of San Francisco. The museum offers a stunning view of the Golden Gate Bridge. It houses a collection of approximately 80 works by Rodin and its architecture is directly inspired by the Paris Legion of Honor Museum. These features make it a popular spot among tourists.

Art Collection and Exhibitions

The Legion of Honor boasts a diverse collection that includes sculptures, objects, and paintings from all continents and dating back to the Middle Ages. The museum features works by renowned artists such as El Greco, Le Brun, Rubens, Rembrandt, David, Courbet, Monet, Degas, Renoir, Manet, Pissarro, Cézanne, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Picasso, Henri Matisse, Salvador Dalí, and Leonor Fini, among others. The museum also regularly organizes temporary exhibitions.

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Legion of Honor
100 34th Ave
CA 94121 San Francisco
California

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:30 – 17:15
Wednesday
9:30 – 17:15
Thursday
9:30 – 17:15
Friday
9:30 – 17:15
Saturday
9:30 – 17:15
Sunday
9:30 – 17:15
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100 34th Ave, San Francisco

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Legion of Honor Reviews

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    The Legion of Honor in San Francisco is a renowned art museum that offers visitors a diverse collection of European art spanning over 4,000 years. Located in Lincoln Park, the museum's setting provides stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the city.

    The museum's strengths lie in its extensive collection of ancient art, European paintings, and decorative arts. Many visitors appreciate the well-curated exhibitions and the opportunity to see works by famous artists such as Monet, Rembrandt, and Rodin. The museum's architecture, modeled after the Palais de la Légion d'Honneur in Paris, is itself a draw for many visitors.

    The Legion of Honor is praised for its manageable size, allowing visitors to explore the collections without feeling overwhelmed. The museum's layout is generally considered well-organized and easy to navigate. Many visitors also commend the knowledgeable staff and docents who enhance the museum experience with informative tours and insights.

    However, some visitors note that the museum's collection, while high-quality, may not be as extensive as some larger museums. Additionally, a few reviewers mention that certain areas of the museum can feel dated or in need of renovation.

    The cafe receives mixed reviews, with some praising the quality of food and the view, while others find it overpriced. Parking can also be a challenge during peak hours.

    Despite these minor drawbacks, the Legion of Honor is generally regarded as a high-quality museum that offers a rewarding experience for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Its combination of impressive artworks, beautiful architecture, and stunning views make it a notable cultural institution in San Francisco.

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    barry isaac • 10 Apr 2025

    The California Palace of the Legion of Honor is a fine art museum in scenic Lincoln Park featuring great views of the Marin County Highlands.This review is dedicated to its fine,but not encyclopedic collection of Italian Paintings and Works of Art. From the Medievasl Period,Italian Trecento,14th Century ,I was captivated by fine paintings using temoera and gold leaf on wood panel byLuca di Tomme(Sienese,"Crucifixion"),Ugolino di Nerio(Sienese,"Saint Louis of Toluse",Sienese)Bernardo Daddi("Florentine,"Crowned Martyr Saint")Lorenzo Di Niccolo("Saint Paul"),and Bicci di Lorenzo("Saint Stephan and Saint Anthony"). The Italian Renaissance was well- represented by Giovanni Dal Ponte,Bartolomeo Vivarini,and Fra Angelico from the Early Renaissance Period.These paintings also employed tempera and gold leaf on wood panel.Later Renaissance Period Italian Painters with fine paintings included Cesare Da Sesto,Rafaelino Del Garbo,Jacopo Dei Sellao,and Giovanni Cima Dei Conegliano.All of these paintings had landscapes in the background,as opposed to gold leaf. The Legion of Honor has fine Baroque Period Italian Paintings that used Tenebrism to perfection.Tenebrism involves using exaggerated darkness and light.Italian Painters with fine Tenebrist Paintings included; Guercino("Samson and Honeycomb"),Luca Giordano("Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew"),Juisepe de Ribera,Carlo Dolci("Saint Julian").and Mattia Preti("Saint John Preaching")and Massimo Stanzione("Portrait of Woman With Neapolitan Costume With Rooster"). I hope you enjoy the Legion of Honor's Old Master Italian Paintings from the 14th,15th,16th,and 17th Centuries as much as I did,I highly recommend this art museum.

    Visited on 2 Apr 2025

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