Museum · Balboa Park
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado, San Diego 92101
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Mingei sits on the Plaza de Panama in Balboa Park and is devoted to folk art, craft and design from around the world. Its changing exhibitions range from textiles and ceramics to toys and skateboards. It is a compact museum that suits a short visit alongside the neighbouring El Prado museums.
Permanent exhibitions
- Folk art, craft and design from around the world
- Niki de Saint Phalle sculptures outside the museum
- Collection of Japanese and Indian folk art
- Contemporary craft and design objects
