Friday, June 20
10:00 a.m.
Speakers: Roxana Velásquez, Maruja Baldwin Executive Director and CEO, The San Diego Museum of Art
MOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater

Join us for our distinguished annual lecture featuring Roxana Velásquez, Executive Director and CEO of The San Diego Museum of Art, as she unveils her visionary outlook for the Museum’s ambitious renovation project. Building on her acclaimed discussion of architectural innovation from last year, Ms. Velásquez will explore how the planned renovation will transform the Museum experience and strengthen its role as a cultural cornerstone of San Diego.

Drawing from her extensive experience organizing groundbreaking exhibitions and fostering cross-cultural dialogue, Ms. Velásquez will share how the renovation will create new possibilities for artistic engagement through thoughtful architectural design. Learn how the innovative use of space, light, and form will enhance the presentation of both the permanent collection and traveling exhibitions while honoring the museum’s historic character.

This lecture will offer a unique opportunity to understand how modern museum architecture can amplify artistic impact and deepen community connections. Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from one of the art world’s most dynamic leaders about a project that will reshape San Diego’s cultural landscape for generations to come.

Please note, this lecture is in-person only and held at the state-of-the-art MOPA@SDMA Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater in Balboa Park.

$10 members and students | $15 seniors and military | $20 nonmembers

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This lecture is presented as a part of the Guest Lecture Series, which offers a platform for renowned scholars and experts from the art world to share their insights and knowledge on topics related to art history, art theory, and
the museum’s collections.

Sponsored by The San Diego Museum of Art Docent Council.