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Legion of Honor
The Legion of Honor is located at 100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121. The museum was established in 1924 as a gift from Alma de Bretteville Spreckels to the city. The museum is housed in a Beaux-Arts building designed by George Applegarth, modeled after the Palais de la Légion d’Honneur in Paris. The Legion of Honor’s collection includes European art from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, with notable works by artists such as El Greco, Rubens and Claude Monet. The museum also features an impressive collection of ancient art from the Mediterranean basin and a significant holding of works on paper, including prints and drawings by artists like Rembrandt and Albrecht Dürer. The Legion of Honor hosts exhibitions such as “Last Supper in Pompeii” and “Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing.” The museum offers educational programs, lectures, and performances, enhancing public engagement with its diverse collection. Read more about Museums.
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