The Walter Munk Foundation for the Oceans was founded in 2017 to continue an iconic legacy of daring exploration and discovery through research, education, and conservation. We support international research expeditions that span from Baja to Austria, and collaborate with a global community of educators, students, divers, scientists, and researchers.
The Education Plaza on Walter Munk Way is home to THE MAP of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla®. The massive LithoMosaic installation transcends the traditional boundaries between art and science and serves to engage learners of all ages. Year-round, THE MAP hosts programs and celebrations that inspire the community.
Project Tours
Meet Us at THE MAP: Inspiring Ocean Conservation Through Public Art
What this is
Project Tours give a look inside projects with tours led by the designers who created them.
When & Where
- Sep 22: 2pm
Walter Munk Education Plaza, 2100 Vallecitos, La Jolla, CA 92037- Free Register
Tags
Education, Sustainability
Project Tours
Meet Us at THE MAP: Inspiring Ocean Conservation Through Public Art
Meet at THE MAP of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla® to explore how public art can inspire ocean conservation and stewardship. Winning a prestigious Orchid Award in 2021, THE MAP, designed by artists Robin Brailsford and Wick Alexander, serves as a gathering place for millions of visitors, providing a unique glimpse into a rare underwater world.
In this 30-minute dialogue, followed by a Q&A, the Foundation will share how they leverage design for inspiration. Learn how theLithoMosaic installation has become an educational programming hub and inspired new ways to use public art for ocean conservation.
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