de Saisset
The de Saisset Museum houses an expansive collection of more than 12,500 objects, including Fletcher Benton, Going Around the Corner with X, 2008, painted steel, Gift of the artist with assistance from Paula Kirkeby, in honor of William Rewak, S.J., 2013.4.1.
The de Saisset Museum hosts 10-15 temporary exhibitions each year and in addition to its permanent California History display. Exhibitions connect to the rich art and history of California by highlighting the diversity of our community, addressing issues of contemporary society, and showcasing the strengths of our permanent collection.
The de Saisset Museum is committed to supporting education for all ages through our collection, exhibitions, programs, and docent tours.
DISCOVER fascinating exhibitions. EXPERIENCE thought-provoking programs. BE INSPIRED by California art and history.
Current Exhibitions
Unique and Multiple: Selections from Smith Andersen Editions, the Legacy of Paula Z. Kirkeby
On view through June 17, 2017
Enjoy a selection of prints from the Smith Andersen Editions Archive (housed at the de Saisset Museum) and learn about the press' founder and guiding spirit Paula Z. Kirkeby.
A Geography of Hope: Student Photography and Creative Writing in Conversation
On view through June 17, 2017
SCU students come together to present their work from their respective classes, SCU’s Exploring Society through Photography and Creative Writing and Social Justice.
California History
Permanent exhibition
Explore the history of the area from Native California through the Mission Period and up to the early days of Santa Clara College.
Rotating Images: Fletcher Benton, Going Around the Corner with X, 2008, painted steel, Gift of the artist, with assistance from Paula Kirkeby, in honor of William Rewak, S.J., 2013.4.1. Monica Lundy, Ladies of the Barbary Coast, 2014, 22 kt. gold, 16 kt. gold, 11 kt. gold, white gold, pulverized charcoal, mica flake, coffee, gouache, acrylic medium on Arches paper mounted on panel, 61 x 82 x 2 in., Courtesy of the Nancy Toomey Fine Arts. Class visit to the museum's collections storage vault with Professor Karen Fraser. Photo courtesy Chuck Barry.