250 Fourth Street
(between Howard and Folsom Streets)
415-495-7000
The Ansel Adams Center is
operated by The Friends of Photography, a group which Ansel
Adams helped to found as part of his efforts to increase public
awareness of photography as an art. The Center has a permanent
gallery dedicated to the remarkable life and images of Ansel
Adams.
The displays of his black
and white compositions of natural scenes narrate the tale of his
role as an environmental advocate and his unique lifelong
journey in the public eye. Even if Ansel Adams’ personality is
uncertain or unclear, a walk through the gallery will gently
guide the visitor through the wondrous collections of his images
of our National Parks.
Other galleries in the
one-floor Center have diverse exhibits of creative photography,
including individual work and group collections. The Friends of
Photography promote a broad range of photographic expression,
offering collections of fashion photography, controversial
artists, and examinations of revolutionary techniques, as well
as educational opportunities.
Allow the Ansel Adams
Center for Photography to demonstrate new ways of seeing through
the art of photography. Call for docent tour schedules, current
exhibits, lectures and special events.
Hours:
Open daily 11am
– 5pm
First Thursday of the month open until 8 p.m.
Admissions/Fees:
General Admission:
$5
Students: $3
Seniors & Youths 13-17: $2
Under 13: Free
ANSEL
ADAMS CENTER
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