Arts & Culture in San Diego

Art Scene West

WorldBeat Cultural Center

Greek Amphitheatre

Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art

More than 7,000 photos from 850 artists are showcased in a replica of a grand, ornate 1915 building.

Japanese Friendship Bell

San Diego Firehouse Museum

Antique fire engines, alarms, hats & hydrant molds are displayed in the city's oldest firehouse.

Arjang’s Treasure House of Fine Art

The San Diego Veterans Museum

Center dedicated to increasing public awareness of the contributions made by U.S. veterans.

ICA San Diego / Central

Contemporary art space with exhibitions & events showcasing artists working in the local area.

Bommarito Art

Mingei International Museum

Museum located in a historic building showcases folk art, craft & design from all over the globe.

San Diego History Center

San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

Open since 1996, museum celebrating Chinese-American culture & art in a restored mission building.

Sparks Gallery

La Jolla Playhouse

Famous professional, non-profit theater producing classic & modern plays & musicals.

Centro Cultural de la Raza

Art exhibits, film screenings & other events with Chicano themes hosted in a muralled venue.

Sea Lion Amphitheater

Marston House

This 1905 house exemplifies the Arts & Crafts movement, plus features period furniture & pottery.

Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House

Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.

Public Art "Pearl Of The Pacific"