The staff was very friendly. The tour guide shared a lot of interesting information. The…read moreunderground tunnels and gardens were fascinating. The price was worth it so that this place can be kept up for hundreds of more years. I was very impressed with what Mr. Forestiere did with his hands. The bottom chamber was 20-25 degrees cooler than above ground. Trees are over a hundred years old and still producing fruit. What a great and unique piece of history right here in Fresno CA.

I've lived in Fresno my whole life and somehow didn't visit Forestiere Underground Gardens until…read morelast year. that is a mistake I genuinely regret. one man hand carved an underground world beneath the San Joaquin Valley over decades and you can walk through it. the fact that this exists here and most Fresno locals have never been is wild to me. the tunnels, the rooms, the skylights that let in just enough light to grow citrus trees underground. it sounds impossible until you're standing in it. the tour guides are great. ours knew the history inside and out and made the whole thing feel like a story rather than a lecture. you leave actually knowing who Baldasare Forestiere was and why he did what he did and it sticks with you. its not a long visit but its a full one. I was genuinely moved in a way I didn't expect from a Saturday afternoon activity in Fresno. bring people who are visiting from out of town. bring people who've lived here forever. this is the kind of place that makes you see your own city differently and that doesn't happen often. if you haven't been, go soon. and if you have been, you already understand why I felt the need to write this.

The art itself is absolutely five stars--beautiful, thoughtful, and well curated. Unfortunately,…read moreour experience with the staff completely overshadowed the visit. We came with our kids, including my 10-year-old daughter, who is an artist and was genuinely excited to be there. Instead of feeling welcomed, we were treated like our presence was a nuisance. The staff was extremely strict and repeatedly barked orders at us, with very little customer service or warmth. In one area that had children's blocks, our kids were playing and got a little loud. Wanting to be considerate, my husband closed the door so they wouldn't disturb others. There were no signs anywhere saying the door couldn't be closed. A staff member then came in, visibly upset, and yelled at us--again, with no clear explanation or signage to justify the reaction. Later in the gift shop, another staff member sharply reprimanded my kids for leaning on the glass. Once again, no signs were posted, and the tone was unnecessarily harsh. None of this felt kid-friendly or welcoming. It's unfortunate, because the art and the artists deserve better representation. The staff's behavior made it hard to enjoy the exhibits at all, and it completely turned us off from what could have been a great family experience. We had even considered a membership, but after being treated this way, we will not be returning. The art is wonderful. The customer service is not. ### In response to the owner's reply: your response reinforces exactly why we will not be returning. Your tone comes across as condescending and punitive, with the majority of your response focused on what we supposedly did wrong rather than how your staff handled the situation. Saying you will "talk to your staff" reads like an afterthought when roughly 90% of your response places blame on us. We are fully aware that this is not a children's museum or an interactive museum. The fact that you felt the need to explain this only adds to the condescension. Our children were respectful, quiet, and well-behaved. They were not running, not acting out, and not treating the space inappropriately. In the designated children's area, their voices briefly rose while playing together. Out of courtesy to other guests, my husband closed the door--unaware it was not meant to be closed or that it locks automatically, as there was no signage indicating this. The staff's response was unnecessarily aggressive. You offer a family pass, which implies families are welcome. A family-friendly environment should not make parents and children feel like a nuisance. Because of both the original experience and the tone of your response, I am updating my review from two stars to one star.

This is a great way to spend half a day in Fresno, especially if it's a cold or rainy day. I have…read morecome here twice on their FREE days, which are every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Their exhibits change periodically, so if you wait a few months to go again there is usually something new to see. The staff is very welcoming and kind. Right now they have a kid exhibit which is cute, they had some art by Diego Rivera. They have a very interesting cemetery piece. I think my fave was The fruit of life and The contemporary art exhibit, using stones from Zimbabwe (I can't remember the name). They have an outdoor area where you can sit under trees and they also have sculptures out there as well. They also have a great little gift shop! Definitely check it out and support Fresno's Art museum. Afterwards you can go to lunch at Sam's Italian deli across the street or Thai Phucket near by!

An immense and gorgeous museum which colorfully illustrates Fresno's history. I have been to the…read moreFresno fair many a time and have completely overlooked this gem. History is a fascinating subject and it's always a treat to learn more about the place you were born and raised! The hallways leading up to the space itself are richly detailed and showcase vibrant displays of art and sports history. Once inside, you will see floor to ceiling walls dedicated to past leaders, presidents who have visited Fresno and even Armenian history in Fresno. I am looking forward to coming back in October to get the full experience! As far as I know, this museum only operates during fair time (October). Apparently, it can be rented out for events. However, I am not sure if just anyone can rent this space out or if it is limited to businesses and organizations. Btw the fundraiser I attended was more than successful, and Mell from Mell's mutts couldn't have picked a better space. If you plan on attending the fair this year, do check this out!

A wonderful stroll back in time! So much to see, read, learn…read moreand reflect A great tour for all ages!

This is a really cool place to spend the day with kids. The staff was very kind and helpful. They…read moreplayed a short film for us that explained how the fossils were found in the area. There are many fossils and replica of fossils. You guide yourself on a tour, they give you a booklet to use to guide yourself. Each station has information on the fossils, history,etc. There is an outdoor area with replicas of the homes of the native Yokuts tribe that was originally in the area. There is also an outdoor pond with plaques in front of each different plant that surrounds the pond. It was a really cool learning experience. You can pay a bit extra for fossil digging. There are 19 fossils to dig up, that can take about an hour. We spent about 3 hours there. They also have a cool little gifts shop area.

We've taken our dinosaur loving grandson there a couple of times and he is always delighted. They…read morecontinue to add sights and experiences as the exhibit grows and the excavation continues in the back 40. Go there and measure yourself next to the Wooly Mammoth and you'll be glad you didn't live when they roamed the Central Valley!

Love going here. It's a small museum with ever changing, great exhibits. They have a…read morepay-what-you-can fee which makes it affordable. They have workshops and sometimes bigger events that really bring the community together.

Arte Americas has been a cornerstone organization for my family for many years. It brings together…read moreour beautiful cultura and the arts. It's a safe space for everyone to be themselves and show their pride for Latine/o/a/x traditions.

William Saroyan is a name that is embedded in almost every Armenian and Armenian diasporan's memory…read morebecause of his heavy influence in the literary world. He was an world-renowned novelist, playwright and Pulitzer Prize winner in Drama in the 40s. His home is in Fresno and although we were unable to visit inside the home during the time we had visited, I was so glad to come across it and cross this goal off my bucket list. I look forward to planning this more in advance next time and visiting the home inside.

William Saroyan is an Armenian-American novelist born in Fresno, CA. As an Armenian, I've grown up…read morereading his books but didn't know much about his biography. This museum is by far one of the most impactful, minimalistic, innovative, and informative museums I've visited. It walks through William Saroyan's life and gives visitors a true understanding of the person he was through his publications, art, interviews and hologram. After an hour, I walked away truly learning more of our Armenian icon and proud of the mark he has left in Fresno, CA. If you're visiting Fresno, I highly recommend visiting this museum, especially if you're Armenian.

This house is so beautiful. It feels like you're traveling back in time. All of the artifacts found…read morein the home are said to be accurate to the time period. My tour guide was fantastic; she gave so much description and answered any questions. I definitely recommend this museum.

This tour was very cool! The docent lead tour was very interesting. They had some original items in…read morethe house and a lot of period correct pieces. The docent was very knowledgeable about the history of the house and family story. The tour also had a/c. The 1st tours of the day starts almost right after the doors open and they only run as many as they have guides. If you miss them you have to wait until the next 1 starts. The house renovation was amazin

We met family from Sacramento here today, we're from Bakersfield. We have never been here before…read more It was a great deal at $3/person, since it's the 1st sat of the month. We spent about 3 or so hours playing & exploring. It's really meant for younger ages,probably up until about 10-11. My son is going to be 11 next week & loved it because he loves dinosaurs, digging & science. Not sure i would go out of my way to go back, only because we don't live locally but if we lived in fresno I would consider getting a membership. They have a lot of great programs throughout the week which would be great for school field trips or homeschooling co-ops.

Awesome place for the kids to learn and run around. Was looking for a place for the kiddos to play…read moreand I came across this. Came here once for my nephews birthday and haven't been back since, so it's been a while and I kind of forgot this place exists. You can get your tickets online, I happen to check at the right time because their prices and affordable on every first Saturdays of the month! The lady working was super friendly and helpful, she even told me they do music classes and that the kids are more than welcome to join. Around 11am they have a person doing a science presentation but unfortunately she was running late on her project and I overheard her being kind of rude and not in a good mood so we decided to move on to the next room. They were also selling boba and eggrolls outside, sorry I forget the name of the seller that had their booth there. The kids enjoyed the front area where they can dress up, draw and play with toys. There was also someone selling their 3D printed animals, which the kids loved so I caved and bought them all one plus help support small businesses. Overall it was a nice experience for the kids to enjoy.

Free admission- run by volunteers…read more Lots of history and artifacts. Fun stop while cruising downtown clovis. Absolutely loved seeing the progression of the high school photos and the old flume was also cool. Thank You for keeping this open for the community to enjoy.

the ladies who work here are lovely! what a charming space…read moreof history. we soaked up all the relics of the past, learning about clovis & those who made this place their home way before our time. it's free to walk through this museum, but you can leave a donation in the box near the front desk. there is no gift shop, but there are a few things you can buy as souvenirs when you first walk in: large sticker, magnets, fun toys for little ones. also check hours because they're open during a small window in the day. worth a visit. the clothing & music boxes alone that's been preserved is well worth viewing. they have class photos through the decades & it's amazing to see the population growth, differences in hairstyles through the years, just a wonderment to see. when you're done here, you can shop the many antique shops all around this museum.

The hours should probably be updated. Their sign says they struggle to find volunteers but they…read morehave been closed on Sundays when we have tried to visit. Please consider volunteering.

I accompanied my child on a class trip to the Coarsegold Museum. The volunteers did an awesome job…read morewith the classes that visited. Very informative and lots of artifacts to see.