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Gallery is closed for the summer
Thank you for your interest in visiting the Hearst Museum. The Hearst’s gallery is currently closed for the summer. We are currently able to provide limited access to our collection for UC Berkeley research and teaching, as well as visits from tribal communities.
We look forward to seeing you in the fall!
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Getting Here
Directions
The Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology is located in 102 Anthropology and Art Practice Building on Bancroft Way at College Avenue on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. The Museum entrance is located through the courtyard, on the southern side of the building. The Downtown Berkeley BART station is about a 20 minute walk from the Museum. The following bus lines have stops within a 5 minute walk of the Museum: 6, 36, 51B, 52, 79, F.
Parking
Metered street parking is generally available in the immediate area. The nearest paid public parking lot is the Underhill Lot.
Accessibility
The Museum’s newly renovated Gallery strives to provide excellence in accessibility for all visitors. The entrance and all exhibit spaces are wheelchair accessible. Content is provided at standard heights with all text in large, legible fonts. A variety of furniture provides resting points for guests. All exhibit cases and displays are cane detectable. Public restrooms are located near the Gallery. With advance notice, we are happy to provide additional support for guests with specific needs.
