By San Diego County News San Diego, CA–The New Children’s Museum is collaborating with artist-in-residence Michelle Montjoy on a new workshop, Community Looms, in the Museum’s makerspace, The Rosso Family Foundation Innovators LAB. The artist residency is funded by a $10K grant from the ResMed Foundation to support the month-long program. The Community Looms workshop […]
The New Children’s Museum adds new sensory-friendly program
By SDCN Editor San Diego, CA–The New Children’s Museum is putting a greater emphasis on providing sensory-friendly programming, services, and healing spaces for neurodivergent individuals and others needing a sensory-friendly experience. As part of this effort, the arts-based children’s museum commissioned Michelle Montjoy for Breathing Room, a new art installation that provides a calm respite in […]
The New Children’s Museum brings art to seven community centers
San Diego, CA–The New Children’s Museum is kicking off its 10th annual Mass Creativity program with in-person workshops at seven community centers throughout San Diego this month. Mass Creativity is the Museum’s signature outreach program that brings hands-on art-making opportunities to diverse communities in the county from San Ysidro and City Heights to Vista and […]
Mingei International Museum to reopen in September
San Diego, CA–When Mingei International Museum reopens September 3, the museum will highlight its rich collection of historical and contemporary folk art, craft, and design as never before. As part of the dynamic and welcoming transformation project, the gallery spaces will not be the only place visitors experience “art of the people.” Visitors will find […]
Maritime Museum of San Diego reopens weekend operations Feb. 13
SAN DIEGO–Maritime Museum of San Diego is reopening for a fourth time on February 13 as Governor’s Gavin Newsom Stay at Home Order is lifted and San Diego county returns to the Purple Tier. During the lockdown they recommended to give maintenance of the boats to ensure they are working properly. This restriction requires Museum […]
Maritime Museum temporarily closes for three weeks
SAN DIEGO–Maritime Museum of San Diego is temporarily closed for three weeks due to California Stay at Home Order. New restrictions were developed to help fight the spread of COVID-19 and triggered when regional medical care ICU capacities fall below 15%. The museum staff has continued to closely monitor the guidelines from the state, local and health authorities to abide […]
Birch Aquarium moves holiday celebration outdoors
La Jolla, CA–Birch Aquarium’s annual Seas ‘n’ Greetings celebration is moving outdoors, for a safe, socially-distanced holiday celebration that runs daily from November 28 to December 31. The outdoor areas of the aquarium will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring SEAsonal music and decor the whole family will love. On Tide Pool Plaza, guests […]
Maritime Museum of San Diego continues safe outdoor adventures for the holidays
SAN DIEGO–Maritime Museum of San Diego will continue their special re-opening offer as San Diego county moves into the Purple Tier. The restriction requires museum indoor operations to temporarily close to continue to fight the spread of COVID-19. The museum staff closely monitored the guidelines from the state, local, and health authorities and have prepared […]
Birch Aquarium adds outdoor activities, will remain open
LA JOLLA–Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego will be operating outdoors-only beginning November 14 in accordance with state and county COVID-19 regulations. The outdoor spaces at the aquarium have been enhanced with new animals and activities, and are open to guests with discounted ticket prices. Indoor areas including the Hall of […]
Maritime Museum of San Diego temporarily closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19
SAN DIEGO–The Maritime Museum of San Diego will temporarily close to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Maritime Museum reopened to the public for six days on July 1 after closing temporarily due to the global pandemic since March 16. The museum is complying with state and local governance and guidelines and anticipates reopening […]