Mingei International Museum Art Library in Balboa Park reopens on September 3, 2021 | Mingei International Museum

The Library’s holdings include a specialized collection of over 12,000 reference materials, 200 videos, and many art journal subscriptions related to the Museum’s collection and philosophy. Specific collection strengths include folk arts of Mexico, Japan, and India, Chinese ceramic arts, North American quilts, worldwide costumes, jewelry, beads, adornment, textile arts, origami, and papercraft.

With comfortable reading niches, a sweeping conference table, and a bespoke media room, the Library is the perfect place for Museum visitors to browse, deepen their knowledge or conduct research.

Art Library Hours

Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday & Wednesday: 10:30am -4pm
Thursday: 10:30am-6pm
Friday: 10:30am-5 pm
Saturday: 12-4pm

Frances Hamilton White Art Reference Library

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