Blue Gold: The Art and Science of Indigo presents indigo through stunning objects of creative expression and the astonishing study of a chemical reaction.

Blue Gold is among more than 70 exhibitions and programs presented as part of Getty’s 2024 PST ART initiative, Art & Science Collide. Discover the roles of botany, chemistry, ecology, and economics in indigo cultivation and dive into a deeper appreciation for blue hues. Through workshops and talks led by local artists, including a Master Craftsman Lecture with Porfirio Gutiérrez and Dyeing Classes with Sarah Winston, be immersed in the world of indigo. There is magic in the transformation from plant to pigment.

Blue Gold is on view until March 2025.

Guided Docent Led Tours at the Maritime Museum of San Diego is your opportunity to learn of the ships in-depth stories from our trained knowledgeable historians, and enjoy the waterfront sights of San Diego Bay while meeting other people with like interests in maritime heritage and history. The docent and volunteer community share a wealth of knowledge, and a passion and pride with visitors for these extra special tours. Guided Docent-led Tour tickets include General Admission. So, after your tour you are welcome to explore more of the fleet and exhibits if you have time. Once at the museum, you can add-on a 45 min Historic Bay Cruise for only $10.00 more. Check with the Ticket Booth staff on availability. Leaving the museum for lunch, and returning is allowed, with lot’s of lunch and nibble options in close walking distance.

Jingle Jets provides visitors with a holiday-themed experience throughout the USS Midway Museum’s flight deck, hangar deck and 2nd deck to include an extensive and spectacular holiday lights displays, holiday decorations, Christmas trees, and Santa Claus meet & greet to create a shipboard winter wonderland.  The experience will also include carolers, holiday music DJ and dance floor, seasonal culinary items and merchandise, opportunity to write letters to military service members, and various photo and interaction opportunities. Jingle Jets will run on 21 selective nights from Nov. 22 to Dec. 23, 2024.

Explore San Diego’s Liberty Station, once known as “the cradle of the Navy,” while solving the mystery of the Ghost Submarine in this fun neighborhood exploration game.