On behalf of The San Diego Museum of Art Board of Trustees, I want to stress that we take all allegations of sexual harassment and unsafe working conditions very seriously. As a longtime Museum volunteer—working in the galleries as a docent for the past 11 years and now serving as Board President—I know this institution holds high standards for its treatment of staff at every level. Upon hearing of accusations from a former employee regarding the safety of working conditions and the treatment of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) on staff, the Board has engaged experienced, independent, third-party workplace investigators to investigate these claims further, and we’ll continue to hold ourselves accountable as we put in the work to ensure the Museum is a safe and inclusive environment for all…

A former staff member has made accusations against The San Diego Museum of Art regarding safe working conditions at special events and the treatment of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) on staff. This individual has started a petition to boycott SDMA. We were very saddened to learn that a staff member experienced harm in any way. The safety of all staff members is of paramount importance; quarterly training and protocol for the events team are in place and enforced at all levels. We take all allegations of harassment very seriously and are hiring a third-party group to fully investigate these claims further. The Museum is persistent in its focus on inclusive stories and experiences that add global dimension and provoke thoughtful dialogue. We believe in a continuing process of improvement…

Collections Offer a Broad Range of Works, From Old Master Paintings to Contemporary Drawings SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to announce the opening of two exhibitions, Cranach to Canaletto: Masterpieces from the Bemberg Foundation and Everything You See Could Be A Lie: Photorealistic Drawings by Ana de Alvear. From Old Master paintings to contemporary, hyper-realistic drawings, works from these exhibitions are rarely seen in the U.S. and will be on view at the Museum beginning June 18, 2021, through Sept. 27, 2021. Cranach to Canaletto: Masterpieces from the Bemberg Foundation Organized by the Bemberg Foundation, based at the historic Hôtel d’Assézat in Toulouse, France, the exhibition features over 80 works produced between 1500 and 1800. This exhibition marks the first time these works have…

Featuring Iconic Works by the Most Distinguished Photographers From the 20th Century to Present The San Diego Museum of Art is pleased to present Masters of Photography: The Garner Collection, an exhibition featuring more than 100 works spanning major photographic movements that are diverse in subject, style and technique. Made possible by a loan from prolific collectors Cam and Wanda Garner, the exhibition includes works from many of the most influential photographers in the medium’s history. The collection will be on view at the Museum from November 14, 2020, through March 14, 2021. The exhibition is grouped thematically into three sections. The first, Reflections on Nature, presents a variety of landscapes, including famed environmentalist Ansel Adams’s El Capitan, Sunrise Winter, Yosemite National Park, and organic aesthetics. Things as They Are…

Department:            Security Reports to:              Manager, Operations Classification:          Part Time, Non-Exempt (Approx. 20 hours a week) Position Summary This position is a blend of our Gallery Attendant, Event Attendant and Custodial Maintenance positions. Under the direction of the Manager of Operations, this position provides security to the Museum, conducts minor maintenance and custodial services, and supports Museum events with set up and break down. Duties Perform a wide variety of general maintenance and Gallery Attendant, Event Attendant and Custodial maintenance duties. Assist in setting and striking of furniture and equipment for special events. Report any deficiencies to maintenance of equipment or facilities. Housekeeping tasks throughout the Museum, including dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and restocking supplies. Cleaning and restocking of Museum restrooms. Landscaping and gardening. Disposal of refuse and recyclable material from the…

Department:            Security Reports To:             Manager, Operations Classification:          Part Time, Non-Exempt (Approx. 20 hours a week) Position Summary This is a part-time position providing general security for the museum related to the protection of art, and the safety and protection of staff and visitors. Museum Attendant II provide an active, visual presence in the museum galleries. Attendants interact with visitors on various levels including, visitor assistance, monitoring and controlling access to the museum and its Permanent Collection. In addition provides assistance and duties in support of Special Events activities in the Museum. Duties Perform a wide variety of general duties in the Museum and supporting Events. Assist in setting and striking of furniture and equipment for special events. Report any deficiencies to maintenance of equipment or facilities. Provide excellent customer service to…

SAN DIEGO – The San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) are pleased to present internationally renowned artist Ana de Alvear as the featured speaker for the 20th annual Axline Lecture on Thursday, October 22, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. PDT. This year’s Axline Lecture will be hosted virtually by The San Diego Museum of Art. The Museum will have a dedicated exhibition featuring works by Ana de Alvear on view from June 18 through September 27, 2021. Ana de Alvear is a multidisciplinary, Madrid-based artist known for her hyper-realistic drawn works of art that play with the equivocation between reality and its representation. De Alvear uses visual archetypes that inspire investigations of the self and exploration of obstacles related to self-esteem and self-identification. Placing these visual archetypes outside…

Members Offered First Visits September 4; Free Admission For Frontline Workers and First Responders Through November 14 SAN DIEGO, CA – The San Diego Museum of Art will reopen its doors to the general public on Saturday, September 5, 2020, following a closure since March 14 due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. Museum members will receive early access to the Museum on September 4, 2020, beginning at 10 a.m. To ensure the health and well-being of its visitors and following the City of San Diego’s guidance, the Museum will operate at a reduced visitor capacity and has implemented new safety protocols. All staff and visitors will be required to wear face masks, follow physical distancing measures and pass a non-invasive temperature screening to gain entry into the Museum. For more…

Members Offered First Visits July 6-7; Free Admission For Frontline Workers and First Responders Through Labor Day SAN DIEGO, CA – The San Diego Museum of Art will reopen its doors to the general public on Thursday, July 9, 2020, following a closure since March 14 due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. Museum members will receive early access to the Museum on July 6 and 7, 2020, beginning at 10 a.m. To ensure the health and well-being of its visitors and following the City of San Diego’s guidance, the Museum will operate at a reduced visitor capacity and has implemented new safety protocols. All staff and visitors will be required to wear face masks, follow physical distancing measures, and pass a non-invasive temperature screening to gain entry into the Museum….