Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

MCASD is excited to collaborate with the Barona Cultural Center & Museum this May!

Devoted to partnering with Native communities through the arts, MCASD is partnering with the Barona Cultural Center & Museum and Barona Indian Charter School to present a unique showcase featuring artwork created by 8th-grade students.

The exhibit called Muuyaawkeh! (You Should Know!) is the name of the student-led exhibit and is an attempt at educating a wider audience off the reservation with a goal to show MCASD visitors the importance of protecting the pollinators and their Native habitat/plants.

In their Kumeyaay culture class studies with Barona Cultural Center & Museum, students delved into the world of native pollinators, exploring their critical role in the environment and the rich philosophy of the Kumeyaay people. Guided by MCASD Lead Educator Zak Abramson, these students embarked on a creative journey, drawing connections between native pollinators and the cultural heritage of the Kumeyaay Nation. The resulting contemporary art pieces reflect the students' deep understanding of pollinators' significance to the original people and their knowledge.

Showcase dates are open to the public during our gallery hours, Thursday to Saturday from 11AM – 7PM and Sunday from 11AM – 5PM.

Extended School Partnership (ESP) empowers 6th – 12th-grade teachers to use the Museum as an extension of the classroom. Students and teachers engage in creative thinking and cross-disciplinary learning by integrating contemporary art into curricula and using the Museum as a learning resource.

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For any inquiries, please contact the Education Department at education@mcasd.org

Located at 1095 Barona Road, Lakeside, the Barona Cultural Center & Museum stands as a testament to the rich history and vibrant culture of the Barona Indian Reservation. Open to the public Thursday and Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the museum offers a journey through time with its extensive collections and exhibits. Admission is free, ensuring that everyone can explore the enduring legacy of the Barona people. Group tours can be arranged by contacting (619) 443-7003, ext. 2. For more information, please visit www.baronamuseum.org.

ESP is supported by the Samuel H. French and Katherine Weaver French Fund, the ResMed and Sundt Foundations.