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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.

 

Hours
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Contact
(619) 238-7559
Visit Their Website
Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 10:00am
30x: Three Decades
Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 10:00am
UNSEEN: The Photographs of Jessica Lange
Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 10:00am
30x: Three Decades
Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 10:00am
UNSEEN: The Photographs of Jessica Lange
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 - 10:00am
30x: Three Decades

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.

View the online catalog.

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.

 

Museum of Photographic Arts
1649 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101

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