Annual Appeal

Dear Friend,

On behalf of the entire Board and staff of Mingei International Museum, I wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season!

As we look back on another successful year, we note that the impact of the Museum is often captured best by visitors.  Because you are a valued friend of Mingei International Museum, I’d like to share with you one particular comment I received recently from long-time members: “We look forward to many more years of support for Mingei.  It’s a great cultural treasure in San Diego – impeccably mounted, often fascinating exhibits of the sort to be seen nowhere else; modern, stylish, and engaging interior; friendly staff – and all set in San Diego’s treasured Balboa Park.  So we’d say to you, your staff, and volunteers: you do an exceptional job with Mingei, and may you continue to thrive!”

My role as Director is made immensely enjoyable with so many dedicated people around me.  I ask that you support Museum efforts by making a fully tax-deductible donation today.  

Annual Appeal funds, which we hope will reach $60,000 this year, will support the Museum’s exciting exhibition schedule.  If you have not already, I encourage you to come by to see SAN DIEGO’S CRAFT REVOLUTION – From Post-War Modern to California Design, revealing the important contribution of San Diego craftsmen to the post-war Southern California art scene.  In mid-December, we will unveil A FANTASTIC VOYAGE – The Art of Ynez Johnston and NEW JEWELRY IN A NEW MEDIUM – The Art of Polymer Clay.  These are three of the 10 exhibitions we will display during the coming year, including our first-ever international exhibition, at the Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT).

By clicking on the link below, you will view a Year in Review measuring how well we are reaching some of the Museum’s goals.  Through all of our programs, Mingei International attempts to offer contact with objects and cultures that will enrich and inspire every visitor.  Your tax-deductible contribution will ensure the Museum’s enduring legacy for future generations.

With warm wishes,

Rob Sidner
Director

P.S. Click this link to view: YEAR IN REVIEW 2011