Les meilleurs événements de la ville San Diego. Visite des joyaux cachés du parc Balboa commander (réserver en ligne) tickets.afisha.life. Visite à pied de 90 minutes adaptée à tout le monde!<br><br>La visite des joyaux cachés du parc Balboa vous emmène dans une visite guidée à pied d'une heure et demie mettant en évidence certains des endroits les plus emblématiques de San Diego

1

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

2

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

3

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

4

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

5

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

6

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

7

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

8

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

9

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

10

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

11

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

12

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

13

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

14

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

15

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

16

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

17

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

18

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

19

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

20

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

21

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

22

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

23

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

24

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

25

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

26

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

27

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

28

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

29

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

30

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

31

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

32

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

33

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

34

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

35

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

36

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

37

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

38

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

39

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

40

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

41

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

42

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

43

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

44

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

45

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

46

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

47

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

48

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

49

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

50

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

51

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

52

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

53

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

54

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

55

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

56

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

57

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

58

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

59

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

60

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

61

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

62

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

63

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

64

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

65

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

66

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

67

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

68

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

69

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

70

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

71

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

72

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

73

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

74

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

75

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

76

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

77

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

78

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

79

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

80

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

81

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

82

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

83

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

84

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

85

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

86

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

87

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

88

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

89

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

90

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

91

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

92

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

93

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

94

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

95

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

96

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

97

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

98

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

99

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

100

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

101

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

102

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

103

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

104

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

105

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

106

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

107

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

108

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

109

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

110

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

111

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

112

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

113

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

114

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

115

Balboa Park

The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour is a 90 minute tour of Balboa Park. The time breakdown is as follows:

116

Plaza de Panama Fountain

The tour will start at the fountain in Plaza de Panama. The Plaza was originally constructed for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition. From here we will make our way to the east side of the plaza to view the map located in front of the Timken Museum.

117

San Diego Museum of Art

The San Diego Museum of Art building was designed by architects William Templeton Johnson and Robert W. Snyder in a plateresque style to harmonize with existing structures from the Panama–California Exposition of 1915. We'll take a close look at the building's façade and I'll point out several interesting details including five Spanish artists. Four of them are featured inside the museum! We will not enter the museum on this tour.

118

Old Globe Theatre

The Old Globe is a professional theatre company that produces about 15 plays and musicals per year. There are 3 three separate theatres including: 1. Old Globe Theatre (600-seat flagship theatre, fully enclosed) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (250-seat theatre in the round) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (615-seat outdoor theatre) The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935, designed by Richard Requa as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. I will explain how important theatre is to San Diego, and how an arsonist was responsible for the destruction of the original structure in 1978. We will not enter any of the theatres.

119

Museum of Us

Specializing in cultural anthropology, the Museum of Us explores the human experience from multicultural perspectives to spark dialogue, self-reflection, and human connections. The museum is housed in four original buildings from the 1915 Exposition. These include the California Quadrangle, which was designed for the Exposition by American architect Bertram G. Goodhue, and the California Tower, one of the key landmarks in San Diego. The Quadrangle and Tower are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[4] The exterior sculpture on the building was created by the Piccirilli Brothers. I will explain who the statues are on the front of the building, and point out some other interesting features in the area. We will not enter the Museum of Us on this tour.

120

Cabrillo Bridge

Built for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition, The Cabrillo Bridge was the first cantilevered, multiple-arched bridge to be built in Southern California. It is nearly 1,500 feet long and nearly 125 feet high. This scenic bridge is one most beautiful ways into Balboa Park. We will see the Cabrillo Bridge from the east side.

121

Alcazar Garden

The Alcazar Garden was designed after the gardens of Alcazar Castle in Seville, Spain. It's located next to the Institute of Contemporary Art and Mingei Museum. You'll see its ornate fountains, exquisite turquoise blue, yellow, and green Moorish tiles and shady pergola. The garden, bordered by boxwood hedges, contains 7,000 annuals for a vibrant display of color throughout the year. The garden has been reconstructed to replicate the 1935 design by San Diego architect Richard Requa. We will walk through this garden before passing the Mingei Museum and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

122

San Diego Art Institute

Now called the The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, this exciting museum presents experimental art and learning with a mission to question everything! We'll pass by the ICA and Mingei on our way to Palm Canyon. We will not enter the ICA museum on this tour.

123

Mingei International Museum

Dedicated to "art of the people" (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world, Mingei International Museum shares arts of daily life through dynamic, changing exhibitions of historical and contemporary folk art, craft and design. We will view the West side of the Mingei you'll learn what this building was used for during the 1935 Expo!

124

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

John D. and Adolph Spreckels donated the Spreckels Organ, to the City of San Diego in 1914 for the Panama-California Exposition. This unique organ contains more than 5,000 pipes ranging in length from the size of a pencil to 32 feet and is the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world. Since 1917, San Diego has had a civic organist, who performs free weekly Sunday concerts!

125

Japanese Friendship Garden

The Japanese Friendship Garden is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG's design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego's climate and florae and seeks to foster a relationship between humans and nature, providing a respite attuned to Japanese simplicity, serenity, and aestheticism. JFG sits on a 12-acre plot. It offers a variety of educational programs, exhibits, and festivals as well as accredited horticultural classes to enhance and deepen visitor appreciation for Japanese culture. It is well known for its unique setting, stone arrangements, koi ponds, water features, sukiya-style buildings and landscape. We will pass by the JFG and I will show you where you can see a good overlook of the park for free!

126

Casa De Balboa

Casa de Balboa was originally known as the Commerce and Industries Building, and later called the Canadian Building, the Palace of Better Housing, and the Electric Building. It is currently home to the Museum of Photographic Arts, the San Diego History Center, and the San Diego Model Railroad Museum. We'll pass by and I'll tell you about some interesting exhibits that have existed here in the past!

127

Casa del Prado

The Casa del Prado includes reconstructed buildings that were initially built for the Panama–California Exposition. Current tenants include the San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, the San Diego Floral Association, the San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, the San Diego Junior Theatre, and the San Diego Youth Symphony. We'll also walk inside and see another "Hidden Gem" in Balboa Park, the Statue Court!

128

Fleet Science Center

The Fleet Science Center is a science museum and planetarium that was established in 1973. It was the first science museum to combine interactive science exhibits with a planetarium and an IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX) theater, setting the standard that most major science museums follow today. We'll pass by this museum before we see the Bea Evenson Fountain. We will not enter this museum on this tour.

129

Desert Garden

The Desert Garden was established at the Park Blvd. location in 1976 and contains more than 1,300 plants, including succulents and drought-resistant plants from around the world, within its 2.5 acres. The peak blooming period is January through March; however, these plants are interesting at any time of year because of their unusual shapes. We will view the Desert Garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

130

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden displays approximately 1,600 roses of more than 130 varieties on a three-acre site. The garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies; and in 2014 was named to the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame. We will view this garden from the top of the footbridge that crosses Park Blvd.

131

San Diego Natural History Museum

The San Diego Natural History Museum was founded in 1874 as the San Diego Society of Natural History. It is the second oldest scientific institution west of the Mississippi and the oldest in Southern California. The present location of the museum was dedicated on January 14, 1933. A major addition to the museum was dedicated in April 2001, doubling exhibit space. We'll pass by on our way to the famous giant Moreton Bay Fig Tree!

132

Spanish Village Art Center

Established in 1936, Spanish Village Art Center, in Balboa Park, is San Diego’s premiere artist collective. This is a community of working local artists creating art…year round…right before your eyes! We won't enter Spanish Village on this tour, but I will point out where it is so you can visit after the tour if you wish!

133

Botanical Building and Lily Pond

We'll save the best for last! The view of the Botanical Building with the Lily Pond and Lagoon in the foreground is one of the most photographed scenes in Balboa Park and a “must-see” destination in San Diego. Built for the 1915-16 Exposition, along with the adjacent Lily Pond and Lagoon, the historic building is one of the largest lath structures in the world. The Botanical Building plantings include more than 2,100 permanent plants, featuring fascinating collections of cycads, ferns, orchids, other tropical plants, and palms. The Botanical Building also presents some of the Park’s vibrant seasonal flower displays. The Botanical Building is currently closed for an 18-24 month renovation so we will not be able to enter at this time, but we can get a great view from the outside.

134

Parc Balboa

La visite des joyaux cachés du parc Balboa est une visite de 90 minutes du parc Balboa. La répartition du temps est la suivante :

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Fontaine de la place de Panama

La visite commencera à la fontaine de la Plaza de Panama. La Plaza a été construite à l'origine pour l'exposition Panama-Californie de 1915. De là, nous nous dirigerons vers le côté est de la place pour voir la carte située en face du musée Timken.

136

Musée d'art de San Diego

Le bâtiment du musée d'art de San Diego a été conçu par les architectes William Templeton Johnson et Robert W. Snyder dans un style plateresque pour s'harmoniser avec les structures existantes de l'exposition Panama-California de 1915. Nous allons examiner de près la façade du bâtiment et je Je soulignerai plusieurs détails intéressants dont cinq artistes espagnols. Quatre d'entre eux sont présentés à l'intérieur du musée ! Nous n'entrerons pas dans le musée lors de cette visite.

137

Théâtre du vieux globe

The Old Globe est une compagnie de théâtre professionnelle qui produit environ 15 pièces de théâtre et comédies musicales par an. Il y a 3 trois théâtres distincts dont : 1. Old Globe Theatre (théâtre phare de 600 places, entièrement fermé) 2. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre (théâtre de 250 places en ronde-bosse) 3. Lowell Davies Festival Theatre (théâtre en plein air de 615 places) L'Old Globe Theatre a été construit en 1935, conçu par Richard Requa dans le cadre de l'exposition internationale California Pacific. J'expliquerai à quel point le théâtre est important pour San Diego et comment un incendiaire est responsable de la destruction de la structure d'origine en 1978. Nous n'entrerons dans aucun des théâtres.

138

Musée de nous

Spécialisé en anthropologie culturelle, le Museum of Us explore l'expérience humaine à partir de perspectives multiculturelles pour susciter le dialogue, l'autoréflexion et les liens humains. Le musée est installé dans quatre bâtiments originaux de l'exposition de 1915. Il s'agit notamment du California Quadrangle, conçu pour l'Exposition par l'architecte américain Bertram G. Goodhue, et de la California Tower, l'un des principaux monuments de San Diego. Le quadrilatère et la tour sont inscrits au registre national des lieux historiques.[4] La sculpture extérieure du bâtiment a été créée par les frères Piccirilli. J'expliquerai qui sont les statues sur le devant du bâtiment et soulignerai quelques autres caractéristiques intéressantes de la région. Nous n'entrerons pas dans le Museum of Us lors de cette visite.

139

Pont de Cabrillo

Construit pour l'exposition Panama-Californie de 1915, le pont Cabrillo a été le premier pont en porte-à-faux à plusieurs arches à être construit dans le sud de la Californie. Il mesure près de 1 500 pieds de long et près de 125 pieds de haut. Ce pont pittoresque est l'un des plus beaux moyens d'accéder au parc Balboa. Nous verrons le pont Cabrillo du côté est.

140

Jardin de l'Alcazar

Le jardin de l'Alcazar a été conçu d'après les jardins du château de l'Alcazar à Séville, en Espagne. Il est situé à côté de l'Institut d'art contemporain et du musée Mingei. Vous verrez ses fontaines ornées, ses exquises tuiles mauresques bleu turquoise, jaunes et vertes et sa pergola ombragée. Le jardin, bordé de haies de buis, contient 7 000 plantes annuelles pour un affichage vibrant de couleur tout au long de l'année. Le jardin a été reconstruit pour reproduire le design de 1935 de l'architecte de San Diego Richard Requa. Nous traverserons ce jardin avant de passer devant le musée Mingei et l'Institut d'art contemporain.

141

Institut d'art de San Diego

Désormais appelé The Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego, ce musée passionnant présente l'art expérimental et l'apprentissage avec pour mission de tout remettre en question ! Nous passerons par l'ICA et Mingei sur notre chemin vers Palm Canyon. Nous n'entrerons pas dans le musée ICA lors de cette visite.

142

Musée international Mingei

Dédié à "l'art du peuple" (mingei) de toutes les époques et cultures du monde, le Musée international de Mingei partage les arts de la vie quotidienne à travers des expositions dynamiques et changeantes d'art populaire, d'artisanat et de design historiques et contemporains. Nous verrons le côté ouest du Mingei, vous apprendrez à quoi servait ce bâtiment lors de l'Expo de 1935 !

143

Pavillon d'orgue Spreckels

John D. et Adolph Spreckels ont fait don de l'orgue Spreckels à la ville de San Diego en 1914 pour l'exposition Panama-Californie. Cet orgue unique contient plus de 5 000 tuyaux dont la longueur varie de la taille d'un crayon à 32 pieds et est le plus grand orgue à tuyaux extérieur au monde. Depuis 1917, San Diego a un organiste civique, qui donne des concerts hebdomadaires gratuits le dimanche !

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Jardin de l'amitié japonaise

Le jardin japonais de l'amitié est une expression de l'amitié entre San Diego et sa ville sœur, Yokohama. Il illustre deux cultures et crée une expérience immersive dans la culture japonaise. Le design de JFG est basé sur des techniques japonaises séculaires adaptées au climat et à la flore de San Diego et cherche à favoriser une relation entre l'homme et la nature, offrant un répit adapté à la simplicité, à la sérénité et à l'esthétisme japonais. JFG est situé sur un terrain de 12 acres. Il propose une variété de programmes éducatifs, d'expositions et de festivals ainsi que des cours d'horticulture accrédités pour améliorer et approfondir l'appréciation des visiteurs pour la culture japonaise. Il est bien connu pour son cadre unique, ses arrangements de pierre, ses étangs de carpes koï, ses plans d'eau, ses bâtiments de style sukiya et son paysage. Nous passerons par le JFG et je vous montrerai où vous pourrez voir un bon aperçu du parc gratuitement !

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Casa De Balboa

La Casa de Balboa était à l'origine connue sous le nom de bâtiment du commerce et des industries, puis appelée bâtiment canadien, palais du meilleur logement et bâtiment électrique. Il abrite actuellement le Museum of Photographic Arts, le San Diego History Center et le San Diego Model Railroad Museum. Nous passerons par là et je vous parlerai de quelques expositions intéressantes qui ont existé ici dans le passé !

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Maison du Prado

La Casa del Prado comprend des bâtiments reconstruits qui ont été initialement construits pour l'exposition Panama-Californie. Les locataires actuels comprennent la San Diego Botanical Garden Foundation, Civic Dance Arts, la San Diego Floral Association, le San Diego Civic Youth Ballet, le San Diego Junior Theatre et le San Diego Youth Symphony. Nous marcherons également à l'intérieur et verrons un autre "joyau caché" dans le parc Balboa, la Statue Court !

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Centre des sciences de la flotte

Le Fleet Science Center est un musée scientifique et un planétarium créé en 1973. Il a été le premier musée scientifique à combiner des expositions scientifiques interactives avec un planétarium et un théâtre IMAX Dome (OMNIMAX), établissant la norme que la plupart des grands musées scientifiques suivent aujourd'hui. Nous passerons devant ce musée avant de voir la fontaine Bea Evenson. Nous n'entrerons pas dans ce musée lors de cette visite.

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Jardin du désert

Le Desert Garden a été établi au Park Blvd. emplacement en 1976 et contient plus de 1 300 plantes, y compris des plantes succulentes et des plantes résistantes à la sécheresse du monde entier, dans ses 2,5 acres. La période de floraison maximale est de janvier à mars; cependant, ces plantes sont intéressantes à tout moment de l'année en raison de leurs formes inhabituelles. Nous verrons le Desert Garden du haut de la passerelle qui traverse Park Blvd.

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Roseraie commémorative Inez Grant Parker

La roseraie commémorative Inez Grant Parker présente environ 1 600 roses de plus de 130 variétés sur un site de trois acres. Le jardin est en fleurs de mars à décembre, les roses étant généralement à leur apogée en avril et mai. Ce jardin est reconnu comme exceptionnel par plusieurs organisations de renom : nommé jardin de roses exceptionnel aux États-Unis par All-America Rose Selections en 1978 ; A reçu un prix d'excellence en 2003 de la Fédération mondiale des sociétés de roses ; et en 2014 a été nommé aux Grands Rosariens du Temple de la renommée mondiale. Nous verrons ce jardin du haut de la passerelle qui traverse Park Blvd.

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Musée d'histoire naturelle de San Diego

Le musée d'histoire naturelle de San Diego a été fondé en 1874 sous le nom de Société d'histoire naturelle de San Diego. C'est la deuxième plus ancienne institution scientifique à l'ouest du Mississippi et la plus ancienne du sud de la Californie. L'emplacement actuel du musée a été inauguré le 14 janvier 1933. Un ajout majeur au musée a été inauguré en avril 2001, doublant l'espace d'exposition. Nous passerons devant le célèbre figuier géant de Moreton Bay !

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Centre d'art du village espagnol

Fondé en 1936, le Spanish Village Art Center, à Balboa Park, est le premier collectif d'artistes de San Diego. Il s'agit d'une communauté d'artistes locaux qui créent de l'art… toute l'année… sous vos yeux ! Nous n'entrerons pas dans Spanish Village lors de cette visite, mais je vous indiquerai où il se trouve afin que vous puissiez visiter après la visite si vous le souhaitez!

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Bâtiment botanique et bassin aux nénuphars

Nous garderons le meilleur pour la fin ! La vue sur le Botanical Building avec l'étang aux nénuphars et le lagon au premier plan est l'une des scènes les plus photographiées du parc Balboa et une destination incontournable à San Diego. Construit pour l'exposition de 1915-16, avec l'étang et le lagon aux nénuphars adjacents, le bâtiment historique est l'une des plus grandes structures de lattes au monde. Les plantations du Botanical Building comprennent plus de 2 100 plantes permanentes, avec des collections fascinantes de cycas, de fougères, d'orchidées, d'autres plantes tropicales et de palmiers. Le bâtiment botanique présente également certaines des expositions florales saisonnières dynamiques du parc. Le bâtiment botanique est actuellement fermé pour une rénovation de 18 à 24 mois, nous ne pourrons donc pas entrer pour le moment, mais nous pouvons avoir une vue magnifique de l'extérieur.

Visite des joyaux cachés du parc Balboa

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