The Stuart Collection
The Stuart Collection is a unique assemblage of 22 site-specific commissioned sculptures and installations located throughout UC San Diego’s 1,200 acres. Award-winning and globally recognized artists such as Robert Irwin, Jenny Holzer, Barbara Kruger, John Baldessari and Mark Bradford, among others, have been commissioned since 1983.
The collection instigates questions about conventional understanding of public art in playful and insightful ways. It enriches the cultural, intellectual and scholarly life of the UC San Diego campus community and local San Diego community and enhances public life through art that encourages thoughtful deliberation, an awareness of difference, mental and physical well-being, and that inspires creative solutions to complex issues.
Stuart Collection membership programs support the ongoing growth of the Stuart Collection through the commissioning of permanent works by established and emerging artists for the campus of UC San Diego, as well as a series of public programs with select artists.
Friends of the Stuart Collection
Donation: $500 individual, $750 couple
The Friends of the Stuart Collection support the ongoing growth of the Stuart Collection through educational programming, access to commissions, and invite-only special events with fellow Friends of the Stuart Collection.
Friends of the Stuart Collection:
- Special access to opening event of Breathe with Me with the Jeppe Hein painting experience with other members
- Virtual — Introduction to new artists and review of planned commisions
- First Look: Early access to Stuart Collection app, including
unique self-guided tours
- Studio visits: On-campus visits with UC San Diego faculty
and local artist studios as space allows
- Invitation to quarterly themed guided walking tours with
refreshments
- Invitation to membership events for new installations
- Recognition: Acknowledgment in our annual donor report
Director's Circle
Donation: $10,000, individual or couple (includes Friends membership benefits)
The Director’s Circle (DC) provides unparalleled access to world-renowned artists through a suite of carefully curated programs and events throughout the year. The activities for the DC will be unique, artist-centered, fun and intimate experiences.
Exclusive benefits for Director’s Circle members:
- Access to renowned artists: Engage with globally recognized artists through exclusive, intimate experiences that include on-campus, off-campus and virtual events.
- Curated events: Attend four to six high-quality events annually, designed to offer unique, artist-centered experiences. Our events range from private dinners to studio visits, artist-led workshops and visits to private collections, all of which ensure meaningful interactions with artists and art enthusiasts.
- Influence and prestige: Network with fellow art collectors, enthusiasts and corporate leaders, expanding your influence beyond your current sphere.
- Support artistic growth: Your membership donation directly supports the commissioning of permanent works and public programs.
Additional benefits:
- Recognition: Be acknowledged in our annual donor report.
- Guided tour: Enjoy one private, small-group guided walking tour of the Stuart Collection each year.
- Luncheon invitation: Receive an invitation to the annual luncheon with Chancellor Pradeep K. Khosla and Director Jess Berlanga Taylor.
- Event access: Invitations to all Friends of the Stuart Collection activities.
- Sponsorship opportunities: Have the first option to sponsor an emerging artist project or public program.
- Landmarks book: Receive five copies of the Landmarks book.
- Unique travel opportunities: Participate in unique art-world experiences, should an unusual opportunity arise. (Travel expenses supplemental.)
To learn more about membership, visit the Stuart Collection website.
