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Sacrifice and Service: The History of SDMA and Balboa Park in World War I and World War II

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11 AM
San Diego Museum of Art
All Ages
$10-$25

Karl Zingheim, a lecturer at SDSU and Historian for the USS Midway Museum, will present on the crucial, and often overlooked, history of The San Diego Museum of Art and Balboa Park during World War I and World War II. His talk will detail how Balboa Park and the Museum supported the home front and war effort by serving as military facilities, temporary housing, training grounds, and centers for morale and cultural preservation.

Following the lecture, guests are invited to enjoy a guided tour led by our docent team.

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The San Diego Museum of Art
(619) 232-7931
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San Diego Museum of Art

1450 El Prado
San Diego, California 92101
619-232-7931
info@sdmart.org

As San Diego County's first and largest art institution, the San Diego Museum of Art (SDMA) provides access to original art works of the highest caliber and is thus the community's primary resource for enjoying and learning about art. Whether in conjunction with the Museum's collections or a major travelling exhibition, special guided tours, classes, lectures, concerts and other related programs allow museum visitors to gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the art on display.

Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending.