MCASD Grand Reopening Celebration
About the Event
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After five years of renovation, we are excited to welcome you back to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego's Flagship location in La Jolla.
We reopen with the special exhibition Niki de Saint Halle in the 1960𝘴, the first exhibition to survey the experimental work of the French-American artist during this pivotal decade, from the artist’s Tirr, or “shooting paintings,” to the exuberant sculptures of women she called Nanas.
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We invite you to experience the new collection galleries, including works from artists such as Ruth Asawa, Lorna Simpson, Robert Irwin, Tschabala Self, John Baldessari, James Luna, and more. Enjoy architectural tours of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Building designed by Selldorf Architects, picnic in the oceanview Art Park, peruse the new event spaces and outdoor terraces, and celebrate the future of contemporary art in our community.
Be among the first to experience the newly expanded Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego Flagship location in La Jolla. Join us today to receive a special invitation to our Members’ Reopening Celebration. More details are forthcoming, including music, entertainment, activities, and more!
Date | Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Location | Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, La Jolla
Plan your visit here!
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information, please visit mcasd.org/events/mcasd-grand-reopening or call (858) 454-3541.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
Photo Credit: Pablo MasonMission The mission of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) is to serve diverse audiences through the exhibition, interpretation, collection, and preservation of art created since 1950. Mandate MCASD engages a regional, national, and international audience including the binational constituency of the San Diego/Tijuana region. Vision MCASD is a museum providing public access to contemporary art, artists, and the creative process; a forum for the exploration and understanding of contemporary art and ideas; and a laboratory for artists to experiment with new forms of creative expression. Guided Tours The Museum offers public tours (free with admission) at both locations at 2 PM on Saturdays and Sundays, and at 5 and 6 PM on Free Third Thursdays. To book a private guided tour, please contact the Education Department at 858 454 3541 x151 or e-mail education@mcasd.org. (Please remember to book your tour at least three weeks in advance.) Museum Cafe Located at the northeast side of the Museum, the Museum Cafe is a European-inspired bistro, serving breakfast and lunch dishes made from the freshest organic ingredients grown by local farmers. MCASD Members receive a 10% discount; Membership card must be presented. Museum entry is not required to visit the Museum Cafe. Cafe Hours: Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Special Events With its spectacular ocean views and distinctive architectural design, MCASD in La Jolla is a unique venue for a wide range of special events, from meetings to weddings to elegant sit-down dinners overlooking the ocean. Special privileges and discounts apply for MCASD Corporate Council members. For details about rental policies, call the Events and Visitor Services Department at 858-454-3541 x 166. Admission: General Admission $10 Seniors $5 Students 26 and over (with ID) $5 25 and under Free (with ID) Military Free (with ID) MCASD Members Free Admission is valid for 7 days at all MCASD locations. Free Museum admission third Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m.
