World-renowned artist’s mural illustrates the Zoo’s global mission
The Zoo's recent announcement was heralded with the presentation of a brilliant mural by celebrated Brazilian artist Romero Britto
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San Diego’s rich cultural history comes to life at Balboa Park and beyond
Balboa Park blossoms with help from a meaningful donation
Friends of Balboa park receives a historic donation while museums re-open just in time for spring
Balboa Park comes to life this spring with the re-opening of museums and local attractions
With the ever-growing number of San Diegans receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, everyone is hoping this time it’s for good
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Artists young and old enjoy weekly acrylics class at the La Jolla Community Center
Students of all ages are enjoying The La Jolla Community Center’s latest virtual Beginning Acrylic Painting Class
Changemakers, a look back at the evolution of women’s clubs over the last century
In recognition of the current year, 2020, the centennial of the ratification of the 19th amendment in 1920, which gave U.S. women the right to vote, we celebrate women’s clubs over the last century and their efforts to keep society moving forward
San Diego Museum of Art Re-Opens
After more than five months of being closed, The San Diego Museum of Art re-opened to the public on Saturday, September 5
San Diego museums take programming online to keep arts lovers connected
From fine art to folk art to photography, San Diego’s vast array of museums have gone virtual, expanding their online offerings for all to enjoy.
Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith puts sound to canvas in new collection
When Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith embarked on a 2020 North American fine art tour, he made his third stop at EC Gallery.
The San Diego History Center launches an initiative to engage the community and record the COVID-19 story as it unfolds
History Happening Now! Share Your Story is an initiative to engage the San Diego community and record the COVID-19 story in real-time
Introducing Balboa Park TV
With “stay at home” orders still in effect, people who love arts, science, and culture can now access content from their favorite Balboa Park venues
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Mingei International Museum’s transformation begins its final phase
The renovation was recently recognized by the San Diego Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for its innovation and emphasis on sustainability.
Rafael Payare brings vigor to San Diego’s oldest orchestra
As the Symphony's 2019-2020 season enters its third month, most notable are the rave reviews it is getting under its new music director, Rafael Payare.
San Diego Chinese Historical Museum celebrates illustrator Hanjialin Bao with new exhibit
One such artist is Hanjialin Bao, a remarkable illustrator whose works are currently on display and available for purchase at the San Diego Chinese Historical Museum through January 26. Bao’s exhibit is called Between Black and White, and many of the works are based on characters from Liaozhai Zhiyi, a collection of ancient supernatural tales first compiled by Pu Songling in the 1700s.
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