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Organization
Cantor Center for Visual Arts - Stanford
The Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts at Stanford University, features collections in 27 galleries, special exhibitions, and stimulating educational programs and events. The Center is a cultural hub for the Peninsula and South Bay region.
Collections include, The Ancient Americas, The Ancient Mediterranean, Africa, Asia, Oceania, Native America, Europe, the United States, Early Twentieth Century Art, and Contemporary Art. The Center also features an exquisite outdoor Auguste Rodin sculpture garden.
CENTER HOURS:
Wed thru Sun: 11:00am - 5:00pm;
Thursday: 11:00am - 8:00pm
Monday/Tuesday/Holidays: Closed
ADMISSION: Free
LOCATION & PARKING:
The Cantor Arts Center is located at Lomita Drive and Museum Way, off Palm Drive, on the Stanford University campus. Limited metered parking is available in front of the Center on Lomita Drive and in the parking structure at the corner of Campus Drive and Roth Way. Parking in most areas is free and unrestricted after 4:00 pm and on the weekends.
The Center is fully accessible to people with disabilities.
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Contact Info
Cantor Center for Visual Arts - Stanford
Lomita Drive at Museum Way (off Palm Drive)
Stanford, CA 94305-5060Phone: 650-723-4177
Fax: 650-725-0464
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Rodin Sculpture Garden
"local tradition"
Review posted by: rich carter from san mateo,ca, Apr 09, 2008
a beautiful and important local spot. maybe not deserving the hype on the top 10 list, but that doesn't discount the beautiful garden if you're visiting the canter center. check it out, find out for... Expand
a beautiful and important local spot. maybe not deserving the hype on the top 10 list, but that doesn't discount the beautiful garden if you're visiting the canter center. check it out, find out for yourself. Collapse
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Event Name: Art of Being Tuareg: Sahara Nomads in a Modern World
"Fascinating glimpse into another world"
Review posted by: Becky from Sunnyvale, CA, Aug 13, 2007
This exhibit does an excellent job in delving into many facets of these nomadic people's lives. The intricate jewelry is a highlight, but so are the leather tents, video clips of traditional... Expand
This exhibit does an excellent job in delving into many facets of these nomadic people's lives. The intricate jewelry is a highlight, but so are the leather tents, video clips of traditional ceremonies, and leather creations. It's a treat to see Tuareg visitors sitting in the exhibit doing traditional leather and silver work. Too bad they can't be there all the time. Collapse
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Event Name: Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Parks
"Compelling and heartbreaking"
Review posted by: Becky from Sunnyvale, CA, May 18, 2007
Even though they were taken decades ago, these images of urban poverty serve as a sad education for those of us in the privileged 'burbs. Parks had an incredible eye, searing and compassionate at the... Expand
Even though they were taken decades ago, these images of urban poverty serve as a sad education for those of us in the privileged 'burbs. Parks had an incredible eye, searing and compassionate at the same time. It's interesting to note that he was also the filmmaker who made "Shaft." Collapse
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Event Name: Rodin Sculpture Garden
"Peaceful, beautiful setting"
Review posted by: Mouse from Sunnyvale, CA, Sep 18, 2006
The Rodin garden has been one of my favorite hang-outs since high school. The layout is elegant, and the sculptures are simply magical. Lovely spot for picnicking, too.
The Rodin garden has been one of my favorite hang-outs since high school. The layout is elegant, and the sculptures are simply magical. Lovely spot for picnicking, too.
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Event Name: Conflict and Art
"scant modern art"
Review posted by: Anonymous from San Jose, CA, Aug 13, 2006
I prefer modern art and there was little of this to be found in this exhibition ('though the photos were pretty interesting). It was OK.
I prefer modern art and there was little of this to be found in this exhibition ('though the photos were pretty interesting). It was OK.
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Event Name: American ABC: Childhood in 19th-Century America
"Little shop of horrors!"
Review posted by: david renton from Palo Alto, Apr 15, 2006
The Cantor museum is a wonderful asset to the community and always worth a visit. The trouble with American ABC Childhood in 19th century America exhibition is that it contains a hideous collection of... Expand
The Cantor museum is a wonderful asset to the community and always worth a visit. The trouble with American ABC Childhood in 19th century America exhibition is that it contains a hideous collection of tasteless, (sexist and racist as well),kitch, housed in a kind of "ethan allen" furniture store environment. Thank god I wasnt a child in 19th Century America. The good news is you can go upstairs in the gallery and look at some very powerful work by Munch and a fascinating (but small) collection of symbolistic works!! Go for it. Collapse
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Event Name: American ABC: Childhood in 19th-Century America
"Charming, compact, "famous names.""
Review posted by: Carol Wright from Mountain View, Feb 23, 2006
This is a lovely exhibit, free admission too, easy parking, kewl cafe. The Cantor created architectural gallery rooms within the main gallery to exhibit paintings of children (not BY children) in the... Expand
This is a lovely exhibit, free admission too, easy parking, kewl cafe. The Cantor created architectural gallery rooms within the main gallery to exhibit paintings of children (not BY children) in the 19th Century. You'll see several Winslow Homer oils up close and personal. Each small room has a theme to honor different "classes" of children: Girls, raggamuffins, blacks, Native American, boys, country kids. At the far end is a school room with typical maps, readers, toys, benches, dunce corner, etc. My elderly mom loved it, especially since the paintings are hung low enough for kids and the wheelchair bound. Doesn't hurt that there's a neat cafe at the museum...and don't forget that huge collection of Rodin statues (both inside and out.) We'll probably go again! Collapse
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