Museums in San Diego
The collection of over 90 museums in San Diego County reflects a broad and diverse range of interests and subjects, spanning from fine arts to transportation, from classics to contemporary and from science to natural history. San Diego's museums collectively dedicate themselves to preserve the past, observe the present and inspire future citizens to take part and take care of our cultural, natural and historic heritage. Wherever your interest may lie, you're sure to find a museum that will provide you with deeper insight, engagement and inspiration.
Balboa Park
Often referred to as the "Smithsonian of the West, Balboa Park is the largest urban park with cultural institutions in the United States. 15 museums cover topics including anthropology, art, aviation, natural science and technology.
Passport to Balboa Park
If you are planning on visiting Balboa Park over the course of a few days, take advantage of the Passport to Balboa Park which includes one admission to 14 museums over 7 consecutive days. If you only have a day, visit the Visitors Center in Balboa Park for a Stay-for-the-Day pass that includes admission to 5 of the museums in one day.
Museums for Children
While most of the museums are child-friendly, a few cater specifically to children. The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park brings science to life with hands-on experiments that are sure to make a child want to learn more. Also in Balboa Park you'll find the San Diego Model Railroad Museum with an interactive Lionel layout for children.
The New Children's Museum in Downtown and the Children's Discovery Museum in Escondido bring art and discovery to life with fun activities, projects and play areas. Each children's museum also has space for the littlest visitors so they can join in the fun as well.
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Through 05/23/2012
Art in the Afternoon: "Goya's Self Portrait with Dr. Arrieta"
Timken Museum of Art Location: Balboa Park Price: Free Description: Join us at the Timken for Art in the Afternoon. The series features guest speakers from various backgrounds who will explore artworks from the Timken collection and special exhibitions.
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Through 05/26/2012
Family Science Saturdays in the Tinkering Studio
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center Location: Balboa Park Price: Free with Admission Description: Family Science Saturdays in the Tinkering Studio will feature "Circuits" - can you complete the "Circuit Circuit?"
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Through 05/26/2012
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Through 05/27/2012
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Through 05/27/2012
Echoes of the Past The Buddhist Cave Temples of Xiangtangshan
San Diego Museum of Art Location: Balboa Park Description: Majestic 6th-century Chinese Buddhist sculpture is combined with 21st century 3D-imaging technology in this exploration of one of the most important groups of Buddhist devotional sites in early medieval China.
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Through 05/28/2012
Woodies! Woodies!
San Diego Automotive Museum Location: Balboa Park Price: $4-$8 Description: Woodies have transformed from country estate cars of the 1930's and 1940's to the iconic surfing cars of today.
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Through 05/30/2012
Prospect 2012
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla Location: La Jolla Description: Each year MCASD's curatorial staff organizes an exhibition of artwork to be considered for acquisition by the Museum's premier support groups.
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Through 05/30/2012
Spencer Finch: Rome (Pantheon , Noon, June 14, 2011)
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla Location: La Jolla Price: Included with admission Description: Spencer Finch's light-based installations link locales and actions which are in fact separated by time and space.
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Through 05/31/2012
Project Home Front
Coronado Visitor Center and Historical Association & Museum Location: Coronado Price: Free Description: A self-guided tour: The homes of Coronado aviators past and present are identified with a sign. Pick up a map and biographical information at the Coronado Visitors Visitor Center
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Through 05/31/2012
Special Installation of Modern French Paintings
San Diego Museum of Art Location: Balboa Park Description: This winter, an important group of Modern French paintings from a local collection will be juxtaposed with the highlights of the Gluck Collection, which has long been part of the Museum of Art’s permanent collection.
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