de Saisset Museum at Santa Clara University

Mission Statement

The de Saisset Museum at Santa Clara University exists to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret objects of art and history for the educational and cultural enrichment of all people.
The museum shall:
present exhibitions that explore the work of artists, showcase a variety of cultures, provide thought-provoking experiences, and address issues of contemporary society;
continue the development and preservation of the permanent collection, thereby creating and offering an artistic and historic legacy for the community;
engage in University departmental collaborations, expanding the environment which fosters the integration of different forms of learning and the Jesuit ideals of reasoned and rigorous inquiry;
provide a welcoming and service-oriented atmosphere which encourages participation by a diverse audience; and
nurture a sense of pride and ownership among its principals, including the University, advisory board, staff, members, donors, and volunteers.