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San Diego, CA
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Museum of Photographic Arts
One of the few institutions in the country devoted to the photographic arts, the Museum of Photographic Arts houses more than 7,000 works, representing the entire history of photography, its aesthetic movements, and technological advancements. Illustrating the complex and varied history of the medium, the museum's collection is particularly strong in modern and contemporary work, specifically social documentary photography and photojournalism. The museum is also home to a state-of-the-art movie theater.
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Hours
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Mondays. |
Contact
(619) 238-7559Visit Their Website |
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Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 10:00am Unusual Suspects: Paintings and Photographs by Holly Roberts |
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Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 10:00am Eyes of a Nation: A Century of American Photography |
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Friday, February 24, 2012 - 10:00am Unusual Suspects: Paintings and Photographs by Holly Roberts |
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Friday, February 24, 2012 - 10:00am Eyes of a Nation: A Century of American Photography |
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Saturday, February 25, 2012 - 10:00am Unusual Suspects: Paintings and Photographs by Holly Roberts |
Special youth programs and classes explore techniques in film, photography and other media. Illustrating the complex and varied history of the medium, the museum’s collection is particularly strong in modern and contemporary work, specifically social documentary photography and photojournalism.
The Edmund L. & Nancy K. Dubois Library is one of the few libraries in the country dedicated solely to the subject of photography. The Library's collection contains more than 20,000 items, including artist monographs, rare books, magazines, reference materials, and more. The Library is an incredible resource for anyone with an interest in the medium of photography, and a wonderful place to visit for visual inspiration, quiet study, research, and reflection.
Hours: Open Mon.-Thurs., 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, by appointment.
Contact: Email library@mopa.org or call (619) 238-7559 x216 to make an appointment.
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Museum of Photographic Arts 1649 El Prado San Diego, CA 92101 Driving Directions |
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