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“When you know better, do better.” – Maya An

“When you know better, do better.” – Maya Angelou

New banners went up on the California Building last week, beginning the process of changing Museum signage to the Museum of Us.

As a reminder, the Museum remains temporarily closed due to the ongoing spread of Coronavirus. We look forward to reopening our doors when it is safe to do so!

The world around us is changing. It’s time our i

The world around us is changing. It’s time our institutions do, too.

Thank you to the American Anthropological Association for your support!

In solidarity with the worldwide #LightItBlue move

In solidarity with the worldwide #LightItBlue movement, the California Tower has been flooded in blue light since April 10th in support of healthcare and essential workers on the frontlines of the fight against Coronavirus. Last night, a projection was added to signify the beginning of a new chapter for the Museum of Us.

Words without action are hollow. The Museum of U

Words without action are hollow.

The Museum of Us is not just a change of name. As put by the San Diego Union-Tribune, it is "a reflection of a broader effort by the cultural anthropology museum to redefine its role in the community, its stewardship of the items in its collection, and the stories it tells."

Learn more about the history, initiatives, and #MomentsThatMadeUs in the San Diego Union-Tribune article at the link in bio.

Words have power. Names are no different. The nam

Words have power. Names are no different.

The name change process took place over two-plus years, and was marked by extensive community involvement − including stakeholder meetings, surveys, and an interactive name change exhibit temporarily installed in the Museum’s rotunda.

To learn more, visit the “Museum Renaming Process” page at the link in bio!

After operating as the San Diego Museum of Man for

After operating as the San Diego Museum of Man for over 40 years, it is time we step into a new identity that better reflects our values of equity, inclusion, and decolonization.

Today, we are proud to announce our new name: Museum of Us