In 2021, the museum was awarded accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United States; of over 1000 museums in California, SMCMoA is one of only 77 accredited.
SMCMoA cares for a permanent collection of over 5000 objects including the William Keith Collection, the most comprehensive collection of the artist's work, with over 200 objects. The museum rotates exhibitions twice a year, showcasing the permanent collection, traveling exhibitions, and emerging California artists.
The museum is located in the Brother Cornelius Art Center. All exhibitions and public programs are free and open to the public, and the facility is ADA accessible.
== Student life ==
As a Lasallian school, community service plays a big role on campus. The Catholic Institute for Lasallian Social Action coordinates most service work on campus, and each year students perform many hours of community service. On the first Saturday of every other month, they have the opportunity …
