Norton Simon Museum

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The Art of Kandy: Sri Lanka's Last Kingdom

Bronze, silver and ivory art from Kandy, Sri Lanka's last royal capital before British colonial rule, blending Buddhist devotion and royal patronage.

Now showing4 Sept – 8 Feb 2027

Making History: Manet's "Execution of Maximilian" from the National Gallery, London

Manet's ambitious, near-life-sized painting of the 1867 firing-squad execution of Emperor Maximilian, on loan from the National Gallery, London.

Upcoming13 Nov – 1 Mar 2027

Takers | Makers: Photographic Practice in California, 1945-1980

Traces the rivalry between San Francisco's purist and Los Angeles's experimental schools of postwar California photography.

Upcoming9 Apr 2027 – 6 Sept 2027

Permanent Collections

European Painting and Sculpture

Renaissance-to-20th-century European masterworks, including the West Coast's finest Impressionist and Post-Impressionist holdings and over 100 works by Degas.

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Prints, Drawings and Photographs

Masterworks on paper by Rembrandt, Goya and Picasso, plus deep 20th-century photography holdings including Edward Weston and Minor White.

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Sculpture Garden

A Monet-inspired garden with a pond and winding paths displaying works by Rodin (including The Thinker), Henry Moore and Aristide Maillol.

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South and Southeast Asian Painting and Sculpture

A world-renowned 2,000-year span of sculpture and painting from India, Nepal, Tibet, Cambodia and Thailand, including Gupta-period stone carving and Chola bronzes.

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Visitor Information

How much does Norton Simon Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Norton Simon Museum is $20. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Norton Simon Museum?

Norton Simon Museum is open Thu-Mon 12-5pm (Fri-Sat to 7pm), closed Tue-Wed. Free admission first Friday of the month, 4-7pm.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Norton Simon Museum?

Norton Simon Museum is located at 411 W. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105, in the Pasadena area of Los Angeles. The nearest stations are Memorial Park Station (A Line) — about a 10-15 min walk, Del Mar Station (A Line) — alternative walk/bus and Metro Local Line 180 / Pasadena Transit 10 & 33 stop out front.

What can I see at Norton Simon Museum?

World-class private art collection (Rembrandt to Picasso to Rodin) behind a tiled, undulating facade in Pasadena. Current highlights include Making History: Manet's "Execution of Maximilian" from the National Gallery, London, The Art of Kandy: Sri Lanka's Last Kingdom and Takers | Makers: Photographic Practice in California, 1945-1980.

Do I need to book Norton Simon Museum in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Norton Simon Museum?

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.