Look Into the Future

Look Into the Future

The Palo Alto Museum is inviting artists and writers from Palo Alto and beyond to explore the question: What will the city look like in 2044? Read more
Getting the Details Right

Getting the Details Right

A Community Update from CEO Marguerite Gong Hancock Dear Friends and Neighbors, Many community members have invested time, expertise, resources, ideas, and heart to bring the Palo Alto Museum to life. When we shared news last month of the water intrusion in our...
Update on Museum Opening

Update on Museum Opening

The Palo Alto Museum is postponing its opening due to water intrusion in our historic building that requires further assessment and repair. We are working closely with the City of Palo Alto, the building owner and a key partner, to finalize next steps. While it is...
Community Sneak Peek & Open House

Community Sneak Peek & Open House

On December 13, 2025, ahead of our official opening in Spring 2026, the Palo Alto Museum welcomed over 500 visitors for a Community Sneak Peek and Open House. Neighbors, families, students, and people from across Palo Alto and the Bay Area explored our plans and...