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Benefactor's Circle

Our Benefactor Donors are a vital leadership and philanthropic group in the museum community and provide substantial support to our Museum's renowned exhibitions and public programming. 

Director's Circle

Explore The Museum and local collections in San Diego.  As a Director Level donor you have the opportunity to discover collections in private San Diego homes and receive invitations to national travel trips with our Executive Director.

Curator's Circle

Engage in a deeper connection to our collection, curators, and Executive Director.  Participate in a compelling educational and social calendar of events and travel opportunities.

Patron's Circle

Join The Museum's closest circle of friends by becoming a Patron's Level donor.  Take advantage of special opportunities such as preview receptions, private tours, and personal handling of your requests

Recent Circle Events

Thomas Gainsborough and Howard Hodhkin Circle Opening on January 27, 2011

Gustav Stickley and the American Arts & Crafts Movement Circle Opening on June 16, 2011

From El Greco to Dalí Circle Opening on July 6, 2011

Mexican Modern Painting from the Andres Blaisten Collection Circle Opening on November 3, 2011

Vochol Circle Opening on January 19, 2012

Echoes of the Past & Dyeing Elegance Circle Opening on February 16, 2012

 

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Trustees Phil and Lyn Gildred with Katy Dessent at the Circle Stickley Opening
Circle Travel Trip to Pasadena
Trustees Ritch and Lehn Goetz
Executive Director Roxana Velasquez leading a tour
Circle donors Betsy and Scott McClendon
Circle Opening for From El Greco to Dali
Trustees Doreen and Ken Williams

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Sunday April 22
Closed for Earth Fair Balboa Park

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