September Family Sunday at Mingei

While living in San Diego my family and I loved visiting the Mingei International Museum, it is unique and so much fun to see exhibits that share about culture, traditions, crafts and art. We learned so much.

One of the things I love about Mingei is their family Sunday which is held every third Sunday of the month, this month that would be this coming Sunday September 15th. It is a great event for families to enjoy an afternoon {it is held from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.}. 

At September's Family Sunday you will witness the wonders of Nantucket basket weaving with artist Joanie Laib what's more fun is that you will be able to create your very own basket! Using yarn and raffia. There will also be a performance by Camarada  at 2:00 p.m. Admission for Family Sunday is $5.00 per family.

Sounds like lots of fun! Make sure you visit Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park this coming Sunday 15th for September's Family Sunday and let them know I said hi :D 

November Family Sunday at Mingei {San Diego}

This Sunday November 18th visit Mingei International Museum and imagine a blue world with Juliana Flores from Pachis, An Art Studio for Kids! 

Pachis is a San Diego based organization that helps children develop a greater sense of self and the world around them through art. This family Sunday Juliana will lead an art activity on creating your very own blue landscape using materials such as fabric, yarn, sequins and beads. 

Family Sunday at Mingei happens every third Sunday of each Month and has a different activity each month, it starts at 12:00 p.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. Admission is $5.00/ family or $3.00/individual and is the perfect event to enjoy on a Sunday afternoon with your children. 

Rangoli Chalk Art in Celebration of Diwali

It's almost time for Family Sunday at Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park and this month they have a special program planned out to celebrate Diwali {Indian festival of lights}. 

WHEN: Sunday October 21st 

TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: $5.00/family or $3.00/individual 

...And Mingei will also be presenting:

Starla Lewis who is an artist, author, professor and transformational speaker; you can learn more about her at Sunkisses.  Sunkisses is positive images and love messages for young people. Celebrate diversity through Art. Come see yourself, come color yourself, come design yourself and more!

Also joining in on all the fun Aunt Li-Anne from Aunt Li-Anne's Story Garden and The Storytellers of San Diego. Inspired by the Museum's exhibition True Blue. Aunt Li-Anne's "Clever Tales That Touch The Heart" may take you to meet Strong Willed Princesses, Small but powerful heroes or masked and mischievous godlings! All linked by the Blue Theme. You are invited to travel, laugh and sing or cry and shout, and above all imagine and transform on our True Blue Journey. 

Storytelling will be at 2:30 p.m. 

June Family Sunday at Mingei

Discover Mingei International Museum!

Participate in the Museum's monthly Family Sunday, which includes a discount on admission. On the third Sunday of each month children and families can explore the museum's colorful exhibitions of folk art, craft and design, create a hands-on art project and win a prize for completing a treasure hunt!

Take Dad to Family Sunday on Father's Day and make a day out with the family special! To celebrate the new exhibit Hats & Headdresses, The Village Hat Shop team will provide plain hats for visitors to customize and decorate. They will also have a paper bag hat project for kids who want to make something easier and play with. For more information about The Village Hat Shop click here  

Family Sunday admission is $5.00/family or $3.00/individual and is from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Family Sunday at Mingei

How would you like to participate in a Museum Treasure Hunt? Make your own African style shaker {Shekeres}? and have a fun afternoon at the Mingei International Museum of Arts & Crafts? 

This month make sure you visit Family Sunday at Mingei, it will take place on Sunday April 15th and it is sure to be fun! Admission is only $5.00 / family! can't beat that... The fun starts at 12:00 p.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m.

This African style shaker "Shekeres" is made out of a California-grown gourd, just add some shells, beads, rice or beans and you are set to make music. This instrument is played in several parts of the world. In some parts of Africa they play a major role in music and are a great accompaniment to several dances. 

This activity will be led by Ruth and Martin Japtok, Ruth recently opened up an African/International Arts & Crafts, Jewelry and Home Decor boutique on Adams Ave. in Normal Heights. You may visit her store online here

Mingei International Museum hosts Family Sunday every third Sunday of each month, this events is excellent for families as they can explore the Museum's colorful exhibitions of folk art, craft and design, win a prize for completing a treasure hunt and participate in other activities such as storytelling and hands-on crafts. 

For more detailed information on Mingei International Museum please click here