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Museum of Photographic Arts

Museum of Photographic Arts is a art museum in San Diego, California. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is Museum of Photographic Arts?

The Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is a museum in Balboa Park in San Diego, California. First founded in 1974, MOPA opened in 1983. MOPA is one of three museums in the US dedicated exclusively to the collection and preservation of photography, with a mission to inspire, educate and engage the broadest possible audience through the presentation, collection, and preservation of photography, film and video. The museum's address is 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101.

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Museum details

Name
Museum of Photographic Arts
Type
Art Museum
City
San Diego
State
California
Website
http://www.mopa.org
IMLS Museum ID
8400602632
Coordinates
32.71851, -117.16174
What kind of museum is Museum of Photographic Arts?

Museum of Photographic Arts is classified as a art museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more art museums →

Where is Museum of Photographic Arts located?

Museum of Photographic Arts is located in San Diego, California at approximately 32.71851, -117.16174. See the map above.

Does Museum of Photographic Arts have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.mopa.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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