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Join us on Free Second Sunday for our free family series, Play Day!
Based on Maren Hassinger's sculpture, "Wallflower" (1975), use pantyhose, polyfill, and tissue paper to create charms that celebrate creativity and personal expression. These materials also connect Hassinger to her collaborator Senga Nengudi, whose work, "Water Composition I" (1969-70, 2020) will be featured in our upcoming exhibition "For Dear Life," opening on September 19.
Art Activity: Create plush refrigerator magnets inspired by Maren Hassinger.
Schedule:
At 11 a.m., explore works from MCASD's permanent with a kid friendly tour.
At 12:30 p.m., listen to stories, songs, and rhymes in Storytime with Librarian on the Go, Ms. Katia Graham
From 11a.m. - 2 p.m., enjoy music by a DJ RatTrap, a cozy book nook, sketching with water, and book recommendations from the Librarian on the Go
*Museum admission is free from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for all visitors, with Play Day offerings happening between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
No RSVPs are required for Play Day admission.
Únete a nosotros el domingo 15 de septiembre para crear imanes de felpa para la nevera inspirados en Maren Hassinger.
Basados en su escultura Alhelí (1975), utiliza pantimedias, polyfill y papel de seda para crear colgantes que celebren la creatividad y la expresión personal. Estos materiales también conectan a Hassinger con su colaboradora Senga Nengudi, cuya obra Composición de Agua I (1969-70, 2020) se presenta en nuestra próxima exposición For Dear Life, que se inaugura el 19 de septiembre.
11 a.m. - Explore el arte a través de un recorrido para niños por las esculturas de la colección permanente del museo.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Utiliza alambre, pantimedias y polyfill para crear tu propio imán de nevera inspirado en Maren Hassinger.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Disfruta de la música de DJ RatTrap, ponte cómodo con un libro en el rincón de los libros, dibuja con agua y recibe recomendaciones de libros del bibliotecario itinerante.
12:30 p.m. - Escucha cuentos, canciones y rimas en la Hora del Cuento con la Bibliotecaria itinerante, la Sra. Katia Graham.
La entrada al museo es gratuita de 11 a.m. a 5 p.m., con ofertas del Día del Juego entre las 11 a.m. y las 2 p.m.
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.