What is the oldest art museum on the west coast?

The oldest art museum on the West Coast is the de Young Museum, located in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California. It was founded in 1895 and was initially housed in the Memorial Museum, a temporary structure built for the California Midwinter International Exposition of 1894. The museum's permanent building was designed by Swiss architect Herzog & de Meuron and opened in 2005. The de Young's collection includes American art from the 17th through the 21st centuries, as well as works from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. The museum also has a diverse collection of textiles, photography, and contemporary art. It hosts numerous exhibitions, public programs, and events throughout the year.