"Since its opening in October 2005, the de Young has surpassed expectations and defied the recession: It has become the fifth most popular art museum in the United States, drawing more than 8 million visitors through its copper-framed doors, and ranks 16th in attendance among art museums worldwide." Director John Buchanan cites the building's exterior and interior as the reason for the high numbers, "the building is a big part of the success." [SF Gate]
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