Hilbert Museum (@hilbertmuseum)

Who’s coming on a side quest with you this week? (And yes, you both legally need matching Hilbert totes and hats. We don't make the rules) Tag your museum buddy below 👇

A fan favorite for a reason! 👣 Frank Ashley was best known for his paintings chronicling the worlds of jazz music and horse racing. While he lived in New York City and later in San Francisco during the 1950s and ‘60s, he befriended many of the era’s jazz greats, including Louis Armstrong and Dave…

Out with the old, and in with... your favorites!🫶🏼 We've cleared out the galleries to make room for something extra special. You asked, and we listened! To celebrate our 10th anniversary, we’ve gathered the most requested, most commented-on, and most loved pieces from the past decade into one…

Happy Halloween!👻 Trick-or-treating in Toonerville, anyone? Dorothy Skylar (1906 –1996) Toonerville 1946 Watercolor on paper The Hilbert Collection

In Bucking Bronco, Maynard Dixon captures one of the most dynamic and iconic moments of Western life — the violent, airborne surge of a horse fighting its rider. With swift, fluid brushwork, Dixon conveys explosive motion and tension, freezing the instant when horse and rider seem suspended…

Who knew radios could be art? 📻 Before smartphones and smart speakers, industrial designers turned portable radios into miniature sculptures of modern life. Formed from groundbreaking early plastics like Bakelite, Catalin, and Plaskon, white radios became the ultimate symbol of futuristic…

Get in the Día de los Muertos spirit with us at the Hilbert! Drop by the Burra Community Room on October 24 to customize your own wooden sugar skull ornament as we break down the vibrant colors and traditional symbolism while you create your piece! Bring your friends, make some art, and kick off…

Halloween is almost here and the candy stash is a total non-negotiable 🍬 JØRGEN KLUBIEN "Sulley with Boo Shaking a Vending Machine" Monsters, Inc. (Pixar, 2001) The Hilbert Collection

Obsessed is an understatement. Free admission, a variety of artwork, friendly docents, and a coffee shop right inside—the perfect museum day 🙂‍↕️

European modernism reflected anxiety, but California artists chose a different path—creating a visual language built on light, openness, and Golden State optimism. Seen Anew explores this unique movement through modern stylization: simplified forms, expressive colors, and bold design. Curated by…

We try not to play favorites, but this exhibition has everyone talking! 🗣️🎨 Reminder: Jørgen Klubien at Disney and Pixar closes on November 1st, and time is flying! Don't miss your chance to see it before it’s gone!

We might not be able to physically get any closer, but you always know where to find us. 😉 🏛️ Hours: Wed–Sun, 10 AM – 5 PM 🎟️ Admission: Always Free!

We’re literally built for this 🤝 Got thoughts? Questions? Side thoughts on the gallery? Drop them on us; we love it!

Catch 'em before they're gone! 🏃 Final weekend to experience the California Art Club's Gold Medal Exhibition. Come say goodbye!

From racing miniature sailboats to crafting unique zines, Make It Saturdays brought so much energy and creativity to the Hilbert Museum this summer! ⛵️✂️ We strive to be a space where our community comes together, and seeing you all create alongside us has meant the world. A huge thank you to…

Saying goodbye is never easy, but hosting the California Art Club’s 115th Annual Gold Medal Exhibition has been a true honor. ❤️ Time is running out to experience these incredible artists and their work under our roof—our doors officially close on this exhibition on the 13th! Don’t miss your…

A little slice of Life at The Hilbert 🤍 The best way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Every great exhibition eventually comes to an end. 🌅 The Sodaro South Wing is preparing to close temporarily for exhibition changeout, and time is running out to view these stunning collections in person. Whether it’s your first time or your tenth, there’s always something new to discover. Plan…

Eliot is back and breaking down the "illusion of space" using this stunning view of Third Street Tunnel in Angel’s Flight. From positive and negative space to the clever use of light and value, see how artists bring 2D surfaces to life. Visit us this week and test your eyes in the galleries!👀

finals are temporary, the Hilbert is forever. 🤌 school’s almost out, so don't ghost us—see you this summer for the best vibes only. 🔥

You’ve seen our mosaic, but do you know how many individual pieces it actually took to bring this masterpiece to life? Drop your best guess in the comments! 👇 We’re revealing the final number in our stories this weekend—don’t miss it! 🧩

Ever wonder why you can’t look away? 👀 Eliot is back in the galleries to break down the "hidden" paths artists build into their paintings. It’s all about the subtle tricks that guide your eyes exactly where the artist wants them. 🎨🔍

Shhh... we’re giving you a private look at a Hilbert treasure. 🤫 Meet Alessandro and Ramona—California’s very own Romeo and Juliet. This painting, The Proposal, is nearly 120 years old and holds the title of the oldest piece in our entire collection! It’s a timeless story of lovers that you have…

We’re the coolest because we said so (jk, the reviews actually agree) 💅✨ Experience one of OC’s finest gems—the Hilbert Museum. We’re in a super convenient spot, and admission is always free. 💎🖼️ See you here!

"I wanted the ice cream to look more delicious..." 🍦 Watch artist Joan Gladstone explain the techniques behind her latest piece, Dairy Queen, Williams, AZ, Route 66. It’s all about the depth, the colors, and that perfect vintage glow. Craving ice cream now?

We're hoping the wind sends you our way this year😉 Visit us Wednesday–Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—admission is always on the house!

Before the iconic special, there was a book—and a wartime connection! 🤯 Learn how Dr. Seuss (Theodore Geisel) and animator Chuck Jones first met while making Air Force trainee films during WWII. This surprising collaboration led to the classic Grinch we know and love!

Free, fun, and convenient? Yep, that's us! 🤩 We’re steps away from the Metrolink/bus station and the Orange Circle, open Wednesday through Sunday, and always FREE! Come pay us a visit!

Did you miss our lecture on the iconic Millard Sheets? No stress! 😉 Our Millard Sheets expert, Adam Arenson, dropped a quick history lesson just for you. Listen in for the fun facts and fascinating story behind this masterpiece! 🎨✨

Experience the enduring beauty of "Spirits of Earth and Fire: Pueblo Pottery from the Hilbert Collection" now on view in our North Building🔥🌍 This exhibition brings to life the vibrant legacy of Indigenous potters from the Southwest. From the legendary Nampeyo's exquisite tiles to elegant vessels…