Mingei International Museum

Mingei International Museum was founded in 1978 and presents works of folk art, craft and design. The Museum has a rich history and commitment to furthering the understanding of art of the people (mingei) from all eras and cultures. Objects in our Collection reflect a joy in making, by hand, useful objects of timeless beauty that are satisfying to the human spirit.

Mingei International Museum is a museum in San Diego, California. It is listed at Balboa Park, Plaza de Panama, 1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, which places it among the local businesses of San Diego that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under museum, tourist attraction, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

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The business lists hours on 6 days of the week. Typical hours are 10 am–5 pm. Note that it does not open on Monday. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Mingei International Museum at (619) 239-0003; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is mingei.org, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

Customers rate it 4.6 out of 5 on Google across 567 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded museums & art galleries in San Diego.

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