Architecture enthusiasts, design devotees, and history buffs alike won't want to miss this unique opportunity to explore the midcentury modern gems of La Jolla. This one-day tour will feature a …
Continue reading La Jolla Modernism Home Tour
Explore our expanded La Jolla campus and discover a place to reflect and belong. New and current members are welcome to join our Gallery Educators for an introductory tour to …
Continue reading Members’ Orientation: Discover Your Space at MCASD La Jolla
The Athenaeum is excited to present Katherine Schwab, PhD, an expert in the authentic aesthetics and representations of ancient Greek sculpture. Schwab will explore the evidence for color on ancient Greek sculpture and the use of both new and old technologies to aid our understanding of their original polychromatic appearance. The loss of original paint …
Continue reading Bringing Color to Greek Antiquity: Polychrome Art and the Parthenon
Dive into the enchanting world of Yiddish with our 6-session conversational class! From lively greetings to chatty basics, and even a sprinkle of catchy Yiddish tunes - it's a linguistic adventure like no other. Join us for a cultural journey filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of fun! 🎶🗣️ Don't miss out! Thursdays, …
Continue reading Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
Art historian Cornelia Feye presents an art historical overview from mid-20th century to the present, recognizing geopolitical events reflected in the artwork. From post-war Abstract Expressionist Lee Krasner to street artist Banksy, the series covers major art movements, including color-field painting, assemblage, Conceptual art, and Earth art, to name a few. She concludes by discussing …
Continue reading Seven Decades of Contemporary Art Trends
October 13 to December 8, 2023 MCASD La Jolla, Prebys Education Center 10AM – 12:30PM Per session (2 days): $50 for Members / $60 for Not-Yet-Members; Full Series (8 days): $200 for Members / $250 for Not-Yet-Members Reflections is an art-making workshop series designed to serve adults 55 and older. In this workshop series participants …
Continue reading Reflections: Art Workshops | 55+ at MCASD La Jolla
PEEC for TEENS (13–18 years old) with a different special guest artist every week Check the event website for this week's special guest! PEEC is a free program for teens, who are interested in art-making as an enrichment activity that goes beyond making crafts. The aim of the program is to provide a space for …
Continue reading Youth Arts (PEEC)
STEPHEN P. CURRY "SEEN & FORGOTTEN" - New Paintings October 21 -- November 22, 2023 Opening Reception for the Artist: Saturday October 21, 5 - 8 pm.
Dive into the enchanting world of Yiddish with our 6-session conversational class! From lively greetings to chatty basics, and even a sprinkle of catchy Yiddish tunes - it's a linguistic adventure like no other. Join us for a cultural journey filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of fun! 🎶🗣️ Don't miss out! Thursdays, …
Continue reading Conversational Yiddish for Beginners
Art historian Cornelia Feye presents an art historical overview from mid-20th century to the present, recognizing geopolitical events reflected in the artwork. From post-war Abstract Expressionist Lee Krasner to street artist Banksy, the series covers major art movements, including color-field painting, assemblage, Conceptual art, and Earth art, to name a few. She concludes by discussing …
Continue reading Seven Decades of Contemporary Art Trends
