The exhibition, La Frontera, explores the complexity of the U.S.–Mexico border as a physical reality, geopolitical construction, and state of being through the medium of jewelry - an object repeatedly used for communication throughout human history. Worn to visibly adorn the body, jewelry is inherently performative. As personal tokens, these objects are suggestive of often unknown ...
This Community Spotlight installation celebrates the creative expressions of seven international female artists selected by Persian Place, a nonprofit organization with an emphasis on Persian art, which is committed to providing space and time for artistic experimentation and research. Community Spotlight: Persian Place Epic Expressions: Shahnameh by Seven Female Artists The unique objects displayed here reflect the creative ...
This exhibition features highlights from Mingei’s bead collection and explores the materials from which beads are made. Ranging from plant and animal materials to fabricated metal and glass, these single beads and beaded objects were made by different cultures from around the world and were largely acquired by Mingei International Museum from The Bead Museum ...
These vibrant and intricately decorated objects are pysanky – a timeless art form of highly decorative eggs deeply rooted in Ukrainian heritage. Pysanky comes from the Ukrainian word pysaty, meaning “to write.” The eggs, which contain designs embedded with deep cultural significance, are often gifted as wishes for good fortune and protection. They also serve as a symbol of the Ukrainian ...
Interdisciplinary artist Shirin Towfiq explores the stories and memories shared by her family while navigating the in-betweenness and uncertainty she feels as a second-generation Iranian refugee. Her work is inspired by Persian folk art, lore, and traditions which she reimagines through embroidery, patchwork, and digital prints on gauze. Folk art and craft are deeply rooted ...
Cups to Connections: Global Gestures of Hospitality embraces the art of hospitality and how the act of sharing a drink has the extraordinary power to bring people together, fostering a deep sense of community and belonging. Highlighting a wide range of global traditions, the objects in Cups to Connections tell the stories of heritage and craft from across ...
Join us at this revolutionary art exhibit to learn more about Vietnamese beauty standards and to hear about how our community is evolving.
Our littlest visitors and their families are invited to explore toddler-centered folk art, craft, and design through Mini Mingei! Mini Mingei is perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers with children ages 2–5. No pre-registration is required. This program is free for children and $7 per adult.
Join San Diego State University Founding Director of the Chinese Cultural Center, Professor Lilly Cheng, for an overview of the historical and transcultural function of a cup of tea. The symbolism of a cup of tea as a gift, an offering of friendship, a ritual, a memory of taste and smell, an art form and a part ...
Join us this month to explore the craft of shibori with San Diego based artist Kirstyn Hom. Hom is an interdisciplinary artist specializing in sculpture, installation, and performance, to explore the intersection of language and textiles. In this workshop, we will explore various shibori resist dyeing techniques, including stitching, folding, and binding with indigo. Our ...
For this month's ARTIFACT at Night, enjoy a prix fixe menu specially curated by our ARTIFACT team, featuring the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest! Not seeing a reservation time? Add your name to the waitlist at contact@urbankitchengroup.com.
Our littlest visitors and their families are invited to explore toddler-centered folk art, craft, and design through Mini Mingei! Mini Mingei is perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers with children ages 2–5. No pre-registration is required. This program is free for children and $7 per adult.
