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Mingei International Museum
Mingei International Museum

Ideas of the People

1439 El Prado
Balboa Park
San Diego, CA
92101

Neighborhood: Downtown - Center City

Phone: +1 619 239 0003
Fax: +1 619 239 0605
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'Mingei' is a composite word that is now accepted as meaning "art of the people," and this museum is surely that. Housed here, visitors will find an eclectic collection of folk art, crafts and designs from around the world including ceramics, pottery, textiles, dolls, masks, stone carvings and decorative objects fashioned by all peoples. Permanent and rotating collections are on display. Admission: $6 adults; $3 children ages 6-17; children under age six are free.

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Associated Events
Masters of mid-century california modernism:Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman
Mar 29th, 2009 to Oct 18th, 2009
Discover the beautiful creations of two well-known Los Angeles based craftsmen, Evelyn and Jerome Ackerman, who will showcase their artwork at the Mingei International Museum. The decorative art pieces by these artists include bowls, vases and other such art pieces. To know more, please check the website.


Another way of Seeing
Jul 12th, 2009 to Dec 31st, 2009
Sonabai Rajawar's sculptures are being displayed at the exhibition, 'Another way of Seeing', at the Mingei International Museum. Her art pieces are imaginative, unique and different. This artist from India has been honored with the highest award that any Indian can receive. Please check the website for more details.




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The collection is dubious. In the Museum's celebratory 30-year exhibition, a number of the reall...
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