STUART COLLECTION

LA JOLLA, CA

The Stuart Collection is an internationally renowned public art collection located at the University of California, San Diego campus in La Jolla, California. Established in 1981, the collection features site-specific sculptures and installations by renowned artists, including Robert Irwin, Bruce Nauman, and Do Ho Suh, among others.

The collection's mission is to commission and install works of art that engage the public and challenge their perceptions of contemporary art. Each installation is carefully selected to enhance and respond to its location, creating a unique dialogue between the artwork, the environment, and the viewer.

Visitors to the Stuart Collection can explore the campus and discover each installation's hidden treasures, which include a giant bear made of granite, a towering eucalyptus tree made of steel, and an outdoor classroom shaped like a mushroom.

The collection has become a popular destination for art enthusiasts, students, and tourists alike, and has received numerous accolades and awards for its innovative approach to public art. The Stuart Collection continues to evolve, with new installations added periodically, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting La Jolla.

STUART COLLECTION is a Uncategorized or General Museum in LA JOLLA CA. US MID #8400600095

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 8585342117
• website: http://stuartcollection.ucsd.edu

STUART COLLECTION
9500 GILMAN DR
LA JOLLA
CA
92093

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