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Crocker Art MuseumvsLeland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
Both are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Crocker Art Museum is the choice of most writers compared to Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park. Crocker Art Museum has a TripExpert Score of 95 with approval from 5 reviews such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Where.
Crocker Art Museum
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
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U.S. News & World Report
The Wall Street Journal
216 O St, Sacramento, CA 95829
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Frommer's "In addition to its impressive collections, the Crocker will be hosting changing exhibitions from around the world. Visiting the Crocker is a must for all Sacramento visitors." Full review
Fodor's "The Crocker has exceptional holdings of master drawings as well as an impressive collection of international ceramics and works from Europe, Asia, and Africa. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Housed in the Crocker family's ornate Victorian mansion (and sprawling additions), this museum is stunning as much for its striking architecture (old and new) as its collections." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Housed in a handsome Italianate mansion just south of Old Sacramento, this venerable institution opened its doors in 1872 as the West's first public art museum." Full review
Where "A foremost California arts institution, the Crocker was one of the first purpose-built art museums in the United States. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Boasting more than 15,000 pieces of art, the Crocker Art Museum is Sacramento's dose of high culture. The facility houses permanent collections of artwork from around the world." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "The first public art museum west of the Mississippi boasts an eclectic collection that includes the 20th-century portraits and pastry paintings of the late Wayne Thiebaud, whose first solo show was hung here in 1951"
Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park Michelin Guide
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cnr of 8th and 'N' Sts, Sacramento, CA
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Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Governor, railroad magnate and Stanford University founder Leland Stanford purchased this elegant Italianate mansion in 1861, and it served as his gubernatorial residence until 1863." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Governor's Mansion State Historic Park is a Victorian-style mansion in central Sacramento." Full review
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Don't miss the gardens.
Afar Magazine "The mansion, located in Downtown Sacramento just blocks from the Capitol, is worth visiting not only because of its historical value but also for its beautifully restored interior and exterior. " Full review
Fodor's "The painstakingly renovated Victorian mansion is distinguished by both the 19th-century paintings it houses as well as the home's general craftsmanship, both indoors and out." Full review
