Exhibits & Galleries in Encinitas

Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Encinitas. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.

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Exhibition: “Animals” by the RSF Art Guild

In 2 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Rancho Santa Fe Library

The Rancho Santa Fe Library’s Media Room (17040 Avenida de Acacias, RSF) is currently featuring the exhibition “Animals” by the Rancho Santa Fe Art Guild. Enjoy a beautiful collection of paintings celebrating the diversity and charm of animals. The show is open to the public Monday through...

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Education Station

Tomorrow · Wed, Apr 8, 4:00 PM UTC · South Carlsbad SB

Time : 1 pm – 3 pm Location : Campfire Arena (next to the Camp Store) All ages and abilities welcome! What to bring : a parent or guardian and a positive attitude! What NOT to bring : food, drinks (besides water), unleashed pets What we’l l do : Have you ever wondered what's inside the small...

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Shadow Puppetry and Gamelan of Java featuring Woro Mustiko Siwi

Sat, May 16, 2:30 AM–4:00 AM UTC · Mingei International Museum

Audiences will be treated to a rare and captivating performance of wayang kulit, Indonesia’s renowned shadow puppet theater. This ancient art form uses hand-carved leather puppets, accompanied by a traditional gamelan ensemble, to bring to life epic tales from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. In this..

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Members’ Preview: Art Alive 2026

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art

Friday, April 24 8:00 a.m.–noon Member Benefit Enjoy early access to Art Alive Vote for your favorite works from the Art Alive Floral Exhibition Members get early access! Art Alive returns with a stunning array of colorful floral interpretations this April 24–April 26. Talented floral designers...

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Harlem of the West: Jazz Night

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 19, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · San Diego History Center

Experience the vibrant spirit of San Diego’s historic Jazz Era! Join us on April 18 from 6:00 pm–8:00 pm at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park for an evening of music, history, and celebration. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, the San Diego History Center and the San Diego African...

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Exhale to Create: 1 Day Art Workshop

In 4 weeks · Sat, May 2, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Institute of Contemporary Art Central

Engage in a unique meditative art practice where each exhale takes you closer to beautiful art forms and a calmer mind. You will work with photo inks, water colors and various types of colored pens and pencils. The process is designed to slow down your heartbeat, and feel the gentle rhythm of your..

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Forging a Legacy: 15 Years of Landmark Acquisitions

May 16 – Sep 8 · San Diego Museum of Art

This exhibition marks the centennial of The San Diego Museum of Art, celebrating a select few of the many thousands of important works of art added to the collection in its recent history. Since the Museum first opened its doors to the public in 1926 as the Fine Arts Gallery of San Diego, it has...

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Art Alive Garden of Activities

In 3 weeks · Sun, Apr 26, 7:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden · Ages 10–17

Sunday, April 26, 2026 noon–5:00 p.m. San Diego Museum of Art May S. Marcy Sculpture Garden Create your own floral-themed works of art. Great for families, youth, and creatives of all ages, the Garden of Activities is a hands-on, floral-themed creative experience during Art Alive weekend. Step into.

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Art of Reading Book Club

Sat, May 9, 5:15 PM–7:00 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art

Saturday, May 9 10:15 a.m.–noon SDMA Boardroom Be part of the Art of Reading Book Club, where art, literature, and art history converge. Join fellow Museum Members as we discuss, The Devil in Montmartre A Mystery in Fin de Siècle by Gary Inbinder. A murder shocks Montmartre—and Paris fears Jack the.

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Bloom Bash

In 2 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 2:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art

Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 p.m.–midnight Presented by our Title Sponsor The Museum blooms, the garden glows, and the plaza sparkles with joie de vivre! Bloom Bash is the radiant late-night fête that kicks off the Art Alive weekend, dazzling with the bohemian glamour of Toulouse-Lautrec’s Paris and.

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San Diego Ballet: Impressionism – I Love Paris

Sat, May 23, 2:00 AM–3:30 AM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art

Friday, May 22, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 8:00 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2:00 p.m. San Diego Museum of Art, James S. Copley Auditorium The San Diego Ballet is in residence with the Museum this season offering a dynamic celebration of art, music, and dance as part of the Museum’s 100th anniversary....

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The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum

The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum

The Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum is a museum in Carlsbad, CA with a packed calendar of events and activities. Exhibits and attractions include .020 Opposed 2-Cylinder, 2-Cycle Aero Engine, “Dominator” Model Aircraft Engine, “Green Dragon” Model Airplane Engine, “KEN” Single-Cylinder, A

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State of Biodiversity Symposium

In 2 days · Fri, Apr 10, 12:00 AM–4:00 AM UTC · San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat)

Every year, we host an annual State of Biodiversity Symposium, bringing together scientists, conservationists, and nature lovers to discuss biodiversity in our region and how we can continue to preserve it. Join us on Thursday, April 9 from 5–9 PM to celebrate transnational and multidisciplinary...

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Storytime Engineers

In 4 weeks · Sat, May 2, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · San Diego Air and Space Museum

Dates and Themes Oct 11 (Pumpkin Chunkin’) and 14 (Free Tuesday) I Believe It Flies Create a bird sculpture Imagine the impossible flying Nov 11 (Free Tuesday) Astro”tot” Launch a rocket Pretend to be an astronaut Dec 29 and Jan 2 Winter Wonderland Make a snow globe Read stories about winter...

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Coffee and Coversations

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Mingei International Museum

Join us for a morning conversation as we welcome Meher McArthur for her book talk, A Japanese Art Journey: A Curator’s Memoir of Polka Dot Pumpkins, Paper Dolls and Woodblock Prints, published by Tuttle Books. A longtime curator, author, and advocate for Asian art, Meher has a special connection to.

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Books & Art: Found Object Books

Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Museum of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art · Ages 18+

Tuesdays, March 17 and May 19 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MOPA@SDMA Atrium Join us for a hands-on morning of reflection, storytelling, and creative making inspired by the photography of Graciela Iturbide. Drawing from her poetic images of landscapes, objects, and communities, this workshop invites...

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Art Alive Floral Exhibition

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · The San Diego Museum of Art · Ages 7–17

April 24–April 26, 2026 Friday, April 24 noon–4:00 p.m. Art Alive brings a stunning array of colorful floral interpretations of art from the Museum collection and a weekend of fun-filled events, large-scale art, and flower installations. The 2026 event draws inspiration from the Museum’s Centennial.

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The Nat

The Nat

The Nat is a childrens museum in San Diego, CA. Exhibits and attractions include Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea, Living Lab, The Backyard, Nature Trail at The Nat and 4 more. Offers Talks & Workshops. Features air conditioning. Hosts upcoming events including kids programs.

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The Art of Stillness: 1 Day Art Workshop

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Institute of Contemporary Art Central

Engage in a calming meditative painting practice where repetitive lines and patterns, soothing theta frequency music guide you toward stillness, grounding and an alpha state of mind. You will work with photo inks, water colors and various types of colored pens and pencils. The process is designed...

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To Catch a Fish

In 4 weeks · May 2 – Nov 2 · Mingei International Museum

To Catch a Fish presents over sixty works of craft and art that are either used in fishing or that illuminate the relationship between people and fish. Utilitarian fishing objects include hand-crafted basketry fish traps, scrapers, weights, and nets. Works with spiritual significance and symbolism..

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Art, Peace and Story

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum

Join Annie Macpherson, children’s book writer and illustrator, in an expressive art class with meditation for adults. In this course, the guest will use meditation and various expressive arts practices to uncover their purpose so that they may persevere during times of difficulty, transition, and...

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Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass

Jun 27 – Sep 21 · Mingei International Museum

Explore how Indigenous artists fuse heritage and contemporary glassmaking to illuminate their stories, connection to nature, and cultural traditions. Clearly Indigenous: Native Visions Reimagined in Glass is a first-of-its-kind, groundbreaking exhibition giving broader and overdue recognition to a..