Museum of Photographic Arts facts for kids
Museum of Photographic Arts, Balboa Park, San Diego
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The Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is a special museum in San Diego, California. It is located in the beautiful Balboa Park. MOPA first started in 1974 and officially opened its doors in 1983.
MOPA is one of only three museums in the United States that focuses entirely on photography. Its main goal is to inspire, teach, and connect with many people. They do this by showing, collecting, and keeping safe amazing photographs, films, and videos. You can find the museum at 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA, 92101.
A Look Back: The History of MOPA
MOPA was founded in 1974. It then opened to the public in 1983. The museum's very first leader was Arthur Ollman. As of 2013, Deborah Klochko is the executive director.
In March 2000, the museum closed for about a year. It was getting a big renovation. When it reopened, MOPA had more space to display its art. They also added a classroom for learning, a theater for films, and a special room to view prints. A large library with 20,000 books about photography was also created.
What MOPA Collects: Amazing Photos and Films
Over many years, MOPA has gathered thousands of photographs. These photos are now part of the museum's permanent collection. This collection includes pictures that show the entire history of photography.
The museum also holds special collections. These include photos from filmmaker Lou Stoumen's estate. Another important collection is Nagasaki Journey: The Photographs of Yosuke Yamahata, August 10, 1945. These powerful photos were taken by Yōsuke Yamahata.
See also
In Spanish: Museo de Artes Fotográficas para niños
