MINGEI

Mingei International Museum is dedicated to furthering the understanding of art of the people (mingei) from all eras and cultures of the world. This art shares a direct simplicity and reflects joy in making, by hand, useful objects of timeless beauty that are satisfying to the human spirit. The Museum collects, conserves, and exhibits these arts of daily life - by unknown craftspeople of ancient times, from traditional cultures of past and present and by historical and contemporary designers... Mingei was founded in 1978 and presents works of folk art, craft, and design. The Museum has a rich history and commitment to furthering the understanding of art of the people (mingei) from all eras and cultures. Objects in our Collection reflect a joy in making, by hand, useful objects of timeless beauty that are satisfying to the human spirit... Mingei is dedicated to furthering the understanding of folk art, craft, and design from all eras and cultures of the world.

Also known as: Mingei International Museum

Primary location: San Diego United States