The Pasadena Museum of California Art is a museum located in Pasadena, California, USA, showcasing art and architecture specifically originating from California and celebrating the state's various cultures and geography. The museum was founded by long-time Pasadena residents and art collectors Robert and Arlene Oltman. Ground was broken in 2000 and the museum officially opened in June 2002. The beautiful and simple design of the museum itself compliments the art within.