IRVINE MUSEUM

IRVINE, CA

The Irvine Museum is a fine arts museum located in Irvine, California. It is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the art of California Impressionism. The museum was founded in 1992 by Joan Irvine Smith and James Irvine Swinden, with a mission to collect, preserve and exhibit California Impressionism.

The museum's permanent collection includes over 1,200 works of art, created by more than 150 artists. The collection features paintings, sculptures, and other works of art that capture the beauty of California landscapes, seascapes, and cityscapes. Some of the prominent artists whose works are displayed in the museum include William Wendt, Granville Redmond, and Edgar Payne.

Apart from its permanent collection, the Irvine Museum also hosts several temporary exhibitions throughout the year, featuring works by contemporary artists as well as historical artists. The museum also offers educational programs and lectures on California Impressionism, providing visitors with an opportunity to learn about the art and its history.

The Irvine Museum is housed in a modern building designed by architect Michael Graves. The museum is open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, and admission is free. It is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts and anyone interested in exploring the beauty of California's art and culture.

IRVINE MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in IRVINE CA. US MID #8400601390

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 9494760294
• website: WWW.JOLLYBOATS.ORG

NAVAL HISTORICAL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
18881 VON KARMAN AVE
IRVINE
CA
92612

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