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November 2019
The Huntington’s “Beside the Edge of the World” Exhibition
New works of art and literature will debut at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in “Beside the Edge of the World,” one of the programs marking The Huntington’s Centennial. The exhibition features works by artists Nina Katchadourian, Beatriz Santiago Muñoz, and Rosten Woo, and writers Dana Johnson and Robin Coste Lewis, and will give visitors the opportunity to experience video works, poetry, and more in a gallery setting, as well as an audio tour and a sculpture…
Find out more »Chinese Lantern Festival
There is something for everyone to enjoy at Hanart Culture's Chinese Lantern Festival, whether it be food, crafts, music or dance shows. Visitors can enjoy a concert played with traditional instruments, watch authentic Chinese folk dance shows, and watch professional folk artists’ demonstration of traditional craftsmanship with several thousand years of history.
Find out more »January 2020
SeaWorld Lunar New Year
Celebrate as the sights, sounds and aromas of Asia come alive during this local San Diego festival that's fit for the whole family happening. You won't want to miss SeaWorld San Diego's one-of-a-kind Lunar New Year celebration, featuring an incredible Chinese acrobats show, local performers, and delicious culinary delights. Dig into the Asian-inspired offerings of Ramen, Lo Mein, Bao Buns, Dim Sum, rice dishes and more.
Find out more »Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Now in its 35th year, SBIFF is a world-renowned festival paying homage to Santa Barbara’s rich history of film production, attracting award-winning filmmakers, actors, students and devoted moviegoers. The industry's best gather for 11 days of screenings, celebrity tribute events, panel discussions and star-studded parties. SBIFF is a pass-based festival, offering four levels of passes for priority admission to films and events. The festival also offers a variety of free community events including Super Silent Sunday, a unique screening series which…
Find out more »In Focus: Platinum Photographs
In Focus: Platinum Photographs features more than two dozen striking prints made with platinum and the closely related palladium photographic process. Drawn from the museum’s collection, the exhibition explores the wide variety of visual characteristics that have come to define the allure and beauty of this medium, which include a velvety matte surface, wide tonal range, and neutral palette. Introduced in 1873 by scientist William Willis Jr. (British, 1841-1923), the use of platinum was quickly embraced by both professional and amateur photographers…
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