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While San Diego is most famous for our year-round great weather, beautiful beaches, and awesome Mexican food you may not know that it is also the location of an amazing arts and entertainment district. La Playa Gallery shares our top 10 museum and gallery destinations perfect for anyone's artistic palette. 10. National Geographic Fine Art Gallery Located in beautiful Downtown La Jolla, this gallery highlights award-winning photographs by some of National Geographic's finest photographers.
9. Japanese Friendship Gardens Nestled in Balboa Park, the Japanese Friendship Garden in San Diego is bound to its sister city, Yokohama to create a unique experience for visitors. The Japanese Friendship Garden is known for its koi pond, tree arrangements, and unique setting. It also holds unique Japanese artifacts from all over the world. 2215 Pan American Road. E, San Diego, CA 92101 Hours: 10-6:30PM Monday- Friday, 10-4:30PM Saturday & Sunday. Tickets: Combo Ticket (Garden + current exhibition)
The Japanese Friendship Garden Participates in Free Museum Tuesdays every third Tuesday of the month (San Diego Residents only) 8. San Diego Art Institute The San Diego Art Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to showcasing artists from the Southern California/Baja Norte region. Their exhibitions often emphasize the growing art community in San Diego.
7. Timken Museum of Art The Timken Museum of Art is San Diego's #1 destination for viewing 19th century art from European Masters, Russian icons, and emerging American Art. Home to the Putnam Foundation's collection, the Timken also carries the only Rembrandt painting on display in San Diego. The best part? Everyday admission is free to everyone. 1500 El Prado, Balboa Park San Diego, CA 92101 Tickets: FREE Hours: 10-4:30PM Tuesday- Saturday, 12-4:30PM Sundays 6. Veterans Museum The Veterans Museum displays a unique collection of memorabilia and papers from countless veterans from different armed forces. It is located in the former chapel of the Naval Hospital in Balboa Park. The museum currently exhibits information on WWI, WWII, Pear Harbor, Korean and Vietnam War, Desert Storm, and much, much more.
5. San Diego Natural History Museum The San Diego Natural History Museum is your one stop location for developing an understanding of the evolution and diversity of Southern California and Baja California's environment. With many exhibits always rotating, you don't want to miss this museum. San Diego Natural History Museum 1788 El Prado, Balboa Park San Diego, CA 92101 Tickets:
Hours: 10-5:00PM Monday- Sunday The SD Natural History Museum Participates in Free Museum Tuesdays every first Tuesday of the month (San Diego Residents only) 4. Museum of Photographic Arts Looking to enhance your Instagram feed? Why not check out the various styles of photographic masters at the MOPA? The photographers on display at this museum perfected the art of white balance and saturation with #nofilter.
3. Museum of Contemporary Art With our list finally starting to wind down, we had to mention the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. The MCASD has two locations-- one in La Jolla and Downtown San Diego, each with their own exhibitions presenting contemporary art in various mediums. MCASD Downtown showcases site-specific installations by iconic 20th century artists Jenny Holzer and Richard Serra. The MCASD La Jolla holds the Edwards Sculpture Garden which is home to sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle, Marcos Ramirez ERRE, and much more. MCASD La Jolla 700 Prospect Street La Jolla, CA 92037-4291 Hours: 11 AM – 5 PM daily. Closed Wednesday. MCASD Downtown 1100 & 1001 Kettner Boulevard San Diego, CA 92101 Hours: 11 AM – 5 PM daily. Closed Wednesday. Tickets:
Admission is valid for 7 days at both MCASD locations. The MCASD is free every third Thursday of the month from 5-7:00PM (San Diego Residents only) 2. Mingei Museum The Mingei Museum holds an extensive collection of art of daily use. The term mingei derives from Japanese philosopher, Soetsu, who defines it as art of the people. The Mingei maintains a range of diverse art from pre-Columbian beads to large scale sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle. Plaza de Panama, Balboa Park 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 Hours: 10-5:00PM Tuesday- Sunday Tickets:
1. San Diego Museum of Art We finally reached our #1 pick and of course it goes to the San Diego Museum of Art. The SDMA houses a renowned international collection of works from various regions. This encyclopedic museum caters to every palette. If you wanted to get a glimpse of the history of art, the SDMA should be your primary destination with pieces dating from 5000 BCE to the modern.
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AuthorLa Playa Gallery sits in the heart of La Jolla Shores offering local residents, visitors and tourists a warm collection of jewelry, ceramics, sculptures and paintings. The gallery provides the public with a unique set of thematic exhibitions each year. La Playa Gallery takes pride in offering its patrons a unique and individual experience while featuring local artists, bringing a variety of art that may not be seen at other galleries. Archives
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