The best museums in Claremont in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Claremont, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Claremont? These are the best ones:

  1. Benton Museum of Art at Pomona College1

    Benton Museum of Art at Pomona College

     Claremont, CA
    The Benton Museum of Art at Pomona College, colloquially known as the Benton, is a recent addition to the art scene in Claremont, California. It was completed in 2020, taking the place of the Montgomery Art Gallery. This new museum offers a fresh perspective on art and a new destination for art enthusiasts.
  2. California Botanic Garden2

    California Botanic Garden

     Claremont, CA
    The Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden is a unique botanical garden that spans across 86 acres. It specializes in endemic plants of California, offering a unique opportunity to explore the state's native flora. The garden is divided into three different areas: Indian Hill Mesa, East Alluvial Gardens, and Plant Communities, each showcasing different types of native Californian plants.
  3. Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology3

    Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology

     Claremont, CA
    The Raymond M Alf Museum of Paleontology, located in Claremont, California, is a unique institution as it is the only nationally accredited museum situated on a secondary school campus in the United States. This museum is part of The Webb Schools, a renowned educational institution. Visitors to the museum can expect to explore a wide range of paleontological exhibits, all within the unique setting of a school campus.
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    Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery

     Claremont, CA
    Scripps College is renowned for its beautiful campus, which has been repeatedly recognized as one of the most picturesque in the United States. The campus is also listed in the National Register of Historic Places, further emphasizing its architectural and historical significance.
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    Paul Gray PC Museum

     Claremont, CA
    The Claremont Graduate University (CGU) is a private research university located in Claremont, California. It is part of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate colleges and two graduate institutions. The university is composed of seven separate units, each focusing on different areas of study.

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