About The Museum Of Us

Museums have a knack for invoking our deeper thoughts and connections with each other, and the Museum Of Us does this in a powerful way.

Originally functioning as just an anthropology museum, the exhibits have evolved over the years to become more immersive and diverse in their exploration of human connections. As of this writing, you can explore exhibits like:

BEERology, which showcases beer across ancient cultures to modern times
Maya Peoples, an exhibit about Mayan cultures through beautiful art and artifacts
PostSecret, an exhibit where you – the museum-goer – can write your deepest secrets on a piece of paper and have it displayed in the museum (anonymously).
Hostile Terrain 94, which displays the map-pins and toe-tags of deceased, undocumented migrants who made crossings into the United States and perished. Certainly one of the more moving exhibits.
The Cannibal Museum across the street is free with your ticket to the Museum of Us.

The museum itself sits on the ancestral lands of the Kumeyaay peoples, and there is a beautiful exhibit that pays tribute to their history, culture, community, and their presence today in the San Diego region.

Best Parts

• Learning history
• Family time
• Cultural experiences

Behind The Counter

Originally called “The Museum of Man” since its debut in 1915 at the Panama-California Exposition, it was reintroduced to the public as “The Museum of Us” in 2020 – a result of guidance and feedback from the community, elders, artists, indigenous leaders, scholars, and the many people that make up our community.

If you’re a resident, they will give you a 1 year membership with your single day purchase (just ask at the ticketing desk – totally worth it).