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Fowler Museum at UCLA

ArtHistoryArchaeologyClosed · Opens 12pmFreeUCLA Transit Center (Hilgard & Strathmore) — multiple bus lines

The Fowler Museum at UCLA explores art and material culture from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas, past and present, through more than 120,000 objects. Founded in 1963 and housed in a brick building on UCLA's Westwood campus since 1992, it pairs deep ethnographic and archaeological holdings with a program of contemporary artist commissions. General admission is always free.

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308 Charles E. Young Drive North, Los Angeles, CA 90024

Nearest station: UCLA Transit Center (Hilgard & Strathmore) — multiple bus lines, Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) bus stop, No Metro rail yet — LA is car/bus-heavy here; nearest rail (D Line Westwood extension) is still under construction

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Hours

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed12:00–20:00
Thu12:00–17:00
FriToday12:00–17:00
Sat12:00–17:00
Sun12:00–17:00

Admission

Free

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Visitor Information

Is Fowler Museum at UCLA free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Fowler Museum at UCLA is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Fowler Museum at UCLA?
Fowler Museum at UCLA is open Wed 12-8pm, Thu-Sun 12-5pm; closed Mon-Tue. Always free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Fowler Museum at UCLA?
Fowler Museum at UCLA is located at 308 Charles E. Young Drive North, Los Angeles, CA 90024, in the Westwood (UCLA campus) area of Los Angeles. The nearest stations are UCLA Transit Center (Hilgard & Strathmore) — multiple bus lines, Westwood Plaza & Strathmore (Gateway Plaza) bus stop, No Metro rail yet — LA is car/bus-heavy here; nearest rail (D Line Westwood extension) is still under construction.
What can I see at Fowler Museum at UCLA?
Free UCLA campus museum of global art and material culture from Africa, Asia, the Pacific and the Americas. Current highlights include Intersections: World Arts, Local Lives, Field Notes from Begumpura, Textiles as Monument.
Do I need to book Fowler Museum at UCLA in advance?
Fowler Museum at UCLA is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Fowler Museum at UCLA?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
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