Patrons of the Prado host successful Directors Reception and Grant Distribution
The net proceeds of $330,300 from the 2023 Masterpiece Gala “Out of This World” were divided equally among the Patrons' nine beneficiaries.
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The San Diego Automotive Museum presents its All Revved Up! Celebration
The San Diego Automotive Museum presented its All Revved Up! Celebration, an elegant outdoor event on the newly renovated Pan American Plaza...
The House of Peru introduces its newly completed cottage
The House of Peru introduced its newly completed cottage recently. The opening was attended by San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and California State Senator Toni Atkins, who were welcomed by House of Peru President Carlos Mozombite. They and other ardent supporters are very proud of what has been accomplished with the finished House of Peru, which…
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Unveiling of a new plaque commemorating the honorees of the Patrons of the Prado Icon Award for Arts and Culture takes place
The unveiling of a new plaque commemorating the honorees of the prestigious Patrons of the Prado Icon Award for Arts and Culture was recently celebrated. The Patrons of the Prado were proud to salute the 2020 honorees, Jack McGrory and Una Davis, as well as the 2019 inaugural recipients, Harvey and Sheryl White, at a…
San Diego Museum of Art’s 40th annual Art Alive exhibition
The celebration included nearly 100 floral designers’ exquisite interpretations of famous works of art from the museum ...
Friends of Balboa Park unveil Moreton Bay Fig Tree
The park enhancement completed by the Friends was the culmination of a four-year effort that cost $500,000, accomplished almost exclusively through private philanthropic support
Stay & Play: Safe Summer Fun in San Diego
With air travel at an all-time low due to COVID-19, it’s time to make the most of the tourist destination that is our own backyard
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
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.
Masterpiece in Morocco
Masterpiece in Morocco Patrons of the Prado’s gala whisked guests away to a beautiful, enchanted oasis under the canopy of a million stars. The evening began with sunset cocktails followed by dinner catered by Jeffrey Strauss of Pamplemousse Grille, and continued with dancing to the live music of The Mighty Untouchables. The annual event is…
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Art Alive 2019
Art Alive 2019 April 11-14, 2019 | San Diego Museum of Art As San Diego Museum of Art’s signature fundraiser, the 38th annual Art Alive exhibition features nearly 100 floral designers’ interpretations of famous works of art throughout the museum, filling the galleries with a brilliant crescendo of color and scent. This year’s popular Friday…
Sesquicentennial Celebration of Balboa Park — 150 Years Bridging Three Centuries
Sesquicentennial Celebration of Balboa Park — 150 Years Bridging Three Centuries By Darlene G. Davies Posted on July 10, 2018 Balboa Park appears on the National Register of Historical Places. It also ranks very high on lists of California tourist destinations and deservedly so. Who among its visitors does not have a special and personal…
Culture Spotlight: Museum of Photographic Arts
Culture Spotlight: Museum of Photographic Arts Posted on February 10, 2018 In the early 1970s, a group of local photographers looked to bring the camera arts to the public. They spent nine years as an organization without a permanent home. The City of San Diego then donated space in its Balboa Park Cultural Complex. The…
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Patrons of the Prado host successful Directors Reception and Grant Distribution
The net proceeds of $330,300 from the 2023 Masterpiece Gala “Out of This World” were divided equally among the Patrons' nine beneficiaries.
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Thousands will come together to celebrate breast cancer survivors, honor those who have passed away from the disease, and raise critical funds that support research and vital support services for breast cancer patients when Susan G. Komen presents the 2023 San Diego More Than Pink Walk.