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About Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego presents rotating exhibitions of contemporary art in its La Jolla location. Visitors view works such as "Hometown Heroes" from The Dean Collection and "Visiones Nocturnas: Queer Nightlife in Contemporary Art," with accompanying free public openings and preview parties. The museum includes The Kitchen at MCASD, a restaurant with Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and ocean views overlooking the Pacific, plus The Shop at MCASD for art-related merchandise. A free digital guide offers curated content, audio tours, and program videos for deeper engagement with current exhibitions. The museum serves students, educators, older adults, military members, and visitors with disabilities. Located in La Jolla, California, the museum offers free admission on every second Sunday and third Thursday of the month, as verified at mcasd.org.

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  • Students, Educators & Older Adults (55+)
    Student
    $15
  • General
    $25
  • San Diego County and Tijuana Residents
    $20
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What’s on at Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Oct 15Event

Free Third Thursday

A free museum visit on Thursday, October 15 at 11:00 am, part of MCASD's Free Third Thursday programme.

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“October 15, 2026 at 11:00 am Free Third Thursday”

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Oct 15Event

Public Tour: Focused Narratives

A free public tour on Thursday, October 15 at 5:00 pm exploring focused narratives in the current exhibitions.

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“October 15, 2026 at 5:00 pm Public Tour: Focused Narratives”

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Nov 8Event

Free Second Sunday

A free museum visit on Sunday, November 8 at 11:00 am, part of MCASD's Free Second Sunday programme.

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“November 8, 2026 at 11:00 am Free Second Sunday”

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Second Sunday Free Admission

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“Every Second Sunday and Third Thursday of the month. Free Admission”

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