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Museum of Contemporary Art San DiegovsMingei International Museum
Both Mingei International Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego scores significantly better than Mingei International Museum. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego ranks #2 in San Diego with accolades from 5 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and concierge.com.
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
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Concierge
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
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Afar Magazine Frommer's Frommer's
The Wall Street Journal
700 Prospect St., La Jolla, San Diego, CA
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Fodor's "California artists figure prominently in the museum's permanent collection of post-1950s art, but the museum also includes examples of every major art movement through the present." Full review
Concierge "The galleries show edgy rolling exhibitions and include pieces from their collection of more than 4,000 works by the likes of Robert Irwin and Yoshitomo Nara."
Frommer's "Focusing on work produced since 1950, this museum is internationally recognized for its permanent collection and thought-provoking exhibitions." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Established in 1941, San Diego's premier venue for contemporary art occupies Ellen Browning Scripps' remodeled and restored home (1916)." Full review
Where "Keeps native and visiting culture-vultures satiated with lectures, film series and rotating exhibitions that have included marquee art-world names as well as notable up-and-comers." Full review
Afar Magazine "Collection includes more than 4,000 works of art created since 1950. It's a magical place, and even on a grey, overcast day, the ocean views compete with the stunningly curated exhibitions here." Full review
Frommer's "This beloved museum showcases contemporary art from the 1950s to present day in a striking setting overlooking the Pacific Ocean" Full review
Frommer's "The MCASD boasts a permanent collection of approximately 4,700 pieces, including works by James Turrell, Ellsworth Kelly, and Richard Diebenkorn...also hosts lectures and other ongoing events." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "In an upstairs gallery, he removed two squares of glass from larger windows, making a window within the windows. You’ll reconsider the view of the endless oceanscape outside"
Mingei International Museum Fodor's
Lonely Planet Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Where Frommer's
1439 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101
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Fodor's "All ages can enjoy the Mingei's colorful and creative exhibits of folk art, featuring toys, pottery, textiles, costumes, jewelry, and curios from around the globe." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This excellent collection of folk art, costumes, toys, jewelry, utensils and other handmade objects from traditional cultures from around the world is in the House of Charm." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This folk art museum occupies six galleries on two levels of a building known since 1934 as the House of Charm." Full review
Afar Magazine "Featured here are exhibitions that show the skill and craftsmanship of folk artists from around the world. " Full review
Where "Mingei (which means art of the people) takes center stage at this museum, which showcases a rich collection of handmade folk art, craft and design from all eras and cultures of the world." Full review
Frommer's "This captivating museum (pronounced "min-gay," meaning "art of the people" in Japanese) offers changing exhibitions generally describable as folk art." Full review
