Friday, June 24
Performances 4:00–6:00 p.m. PT
Artist and Art-Making Booths 4:00–7:00 p.m. PT
Museum steps
In celebration of Pride month, The San Diego Museum of Art is partnering with San Diego Pride and Art of Pride to present Expressions of Pride: On the Steps at SDMA.
Expressions of Pride is an experience that brings together artists from multiple disciplines including visual artists, musicians, dancers, and spoken word artists to celebrate the diversity of identities and communities encompassed by Pride.
In honor of Larry Baza and his dedication to art, the community, and bringing Pride to Balboa Park, the Museum is offering free admission* from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on June 24 for the Expressions of Pride: On the Steps at SDMA. Enjoy the Museum after hours and partake in a self-guided tour of works of art by LGBTQ+ artists currently on view. Brochures are available at the admission desks, or download the SDMA app for an audio tour. In-person guided docent tours are also available at 5:15 and 6:00pm!
Performances by:
- DISCO RIOT
- Gilbert Castellanos
- San Diego Shakespeare Society
- Nishi la Tremenda y Sus Aliados
Artist and art-making booths featuring:
- Art by Betty Bangs, John Keasler, Martin Luera, and other local LGBTQ+ artists
- Community mural art interactive
- Public art-making activity with SDMA Educators
All are welcome!
*Free admission excludes special exhibition Monet to Matisse: Impressionist Masterpieces from the Bemberg Foundation for which there is an additional charge ($5) for nonmembers, ages 7+ due to the staff and logistics necessary for the special exhibition. Members receive free admission to the special exhibition. Advanced tickets are not required.
