“Culture is the widening of the mind and of the spirit.”
- Jawaharlal Nehru

The opportunities available to you to experience culture are limitless.  Art gives you the chance to widen your mind’s eye, and connect with the beauty depicted in another person’s perspective.  Developing your creative side and appreciating the creativity of an artist all lend themselves to your overall wholeness.

But what are some activities that cultivate this kind of ingenuity?  Here are some practical ways to find culture:

VISIT A MUSEUM

The J. Paul Getty Museum
The Getty Center in Los Angeles presents the Getty's collection of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present against a backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views.  Website: http://www.getty.edu

The San Bernardino County Museum
The San Bernardino County Museum, in Redlands, California, is a regional museum with exhibits and collections in cultural and natural history. Special exhibits, the Exploration Station live animal discovery center, extensive research collections, and public programs for adults, families, students, and children are all part of the museum experience.  Website: http://www.co.san-bernardino.ca.us/museum/

UCR/California Museum of Photography
UCR/California Museum of Photography provides a cultural presence, educational resource, community center and intellectual meeting ground for the university and the general public. The museum's explorations of photographic media through exhibition, collection, publication, and the web examine the history of photography and showcase current practice in photography and related media.  Website: http://www.cmp.ucr.edu/

March Field Air Museum
March Field Air Museum, and the P-38 National Museum are adjacent to the March Air Reserve Base, Riverside, California.  March Field Air Museum serves as home to over 70 historic aircraft and many inside displays relating to the history of March Field, now known as March Air Reserve Base.  Website: http://www.marchfield.org/

San Diego Natural History Museum
The San Diego Natural History Museum seeks yo interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity of southern California and the peninsula of Baja California; and to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment.  Website: http://www.sdnhm.org Watch a stage production of a musical or play.  Check out these nearby theatres for their schedule of performances.

 

WATCH A STAGE PRODUCTION OF A MUSICAL OR PLAY

Check out these nearby theatres for their schedule of performances.

• The Orpheum in Los Angeles: http://www.laorpheum.com
• The Pantages Theater in Hollywood: http://www.pantages-theatre.com/

 

TAKE A PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS

 

ATTEND A CONCERT
There are concerts of popular music and classical music.  Check out these nearby concert venues for details and schedule of performances.

• The House of Blues: http://www.houseofblues.com/
• The Roxy Theatre: http://theroxyonsunset.com/
• The LA Philharmonic at Walt Disney Concert Hall: http://www.laphil.com/
• The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra: http://www.laco.org/
• The San Diego Symphony: http://www.sandiegosymphony.com/

 

VISIT THE ZOO

• The San Diego Wild Animal Park http://www.sandiegozoo.org/park/
• San Diego Zoo http://www.sandiegozoo.org/zoo/index.php
• The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens http://www.lazoo.org/