Helen and Newton Harrison: California Work Programs
As part of the Getty Foundation’s Pacific Standard Time: Art and Science Collide, La Jolla Historical Society presents a retrospective exhibition about the work of husband-and-wife team of Helen Mayer and Newton Harrison.
Explore our upcoming exhibition programs featuring a range of engaging workshops, lectures, presentations, and events designed to inspire and connect. Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to learn about the work of Helen Mayer and Newton Harrison, who were among the earliest and most notable ecological artists.
Sunday, November 10th
Growing Together: A Family Day of Native Planting
Join us for a day of planting native plants and learn from community partners about the importance of native species and their role in the ecosystem.
Saturday, November 16th
Keynote Lecture
Thinking with the Harrisons: What Does Re-Making Civic Environments Mean? Moderated by Chris Fremantle and Anne Douglas. Featured panelists include Lauren Bon, Teddy Cruz, Fonna Forman, Gabriel Harrison and Chris Scorza.
Event Closed.
California Work: Family Day
Join us for our free, monthly art-making workshop! Every 2nd Sunday from 12-2 PM.
October 13
Be inspired by Oscar Romo in this artist-guided workshop, rooted in his dedication to protecting and restoring the environment.
November 10
Join us and horticulturist, Carla Quimson, along with other community partners, for a vibrant Community Planting Day.
December 8
Learn to make no-sugar frosting and natural food coloring, decorate cookies, and create strawberry prints – all inspired by Helen Harrison’s seminal 1974 Strawberry Jam.
January 12
Participate in a poetry workshop inspired by the Harrisons, where we’ll create expressive collages that bring your verses to life.