The Museum of Us (formerly known as the San Diego Museum of Man) is a museum of anthropology located in Balboa Park, San Diego, California and housed in the historic landmark buildings of the California Quadrangle.
The museum traces its origins to the Panama-California Exposition, which opened in 1915 on the inauguration of the Panama Canal. The central exhibit of the exposition, "The Story of Man through the Ages", was assembled under archaeologist Dr. Edgar Lee Hewett of the School of American Archaeology (later renamed the School of American Research, and since 2007 the School for Advanced Research). Hewett organized expeditions to gather pre-Columbian pottery from the American Southwest and to Guatemala for objects and reproductions of Maya civilization monuments.
Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Saturday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Sunday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Randali deSantos | Jun 27, 2018
The best part about this museum is the building and the tower- I do love how much information they are able to pack in such a relatively small place; what is neat is that they make the information really easy to understand for all age groups and backgrounds. I really enjoyed learning about a variety of topics. They have several interactive displays too. I didn’t like how expensive it was for the amount of info and exhibits it has. I understand museums struggle with funding so I was ok paying for the entrance but it is a bit steep. I recommend researching to see if they have free days or discounted pricing.
Dillon Carlos | Jul 14, 2018
I would rate this museum 5 stars if it were advertised as a children's museum more prominently. I think the interactive exhibits are perfect for kids and families, but there is not much novelty for adults here compared to other museums. The beer and monster exhibits were enjoyable, as was the race history and sociology/ anthropology section. I can't complain much, I would just say I don't feel compelled to visit again.
Chensi Ouyang | Jul 26, 2018
Several interesting and highly education exhibits. We spent 3-4 hours there. Also enjoyed the California tower which has a beautiful view of the park and city. The tour guide gives a short historical talk at the top of each flight so there is time to rest but even without the breaks, the climb is not hard.
Robin Colbran | Jun 25, 2018
I have been going to this museum since I was a girl. I always loved the evolution of man exhibits. I recently brought my children and was shocked to learn that the history of how human beings began and how they evolved is now gone. I can’t believe they have taken away the very root of how we began. In this day an age we need to reflect a bit on how we got to where we are, how resilient human nature is. Instead they have an exhibit on monsters and history of making beer. Very disappointed! Don’t bother!
AJ Zane | Jul 4, 2018
This is an amazing museum. If you're going through the museum circuit of Balboa Park, make sure this is one of your stops. The museum has a collection ranging from all periods, to the fantastic, to the unbelievable. I especially enjoy the beer section.
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