Contact
7916 Girard Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 551-9553
Toll-free (800) 228-9686 x3
lajolla@mangelsen.com
Gallery Hours
Daily 10:00 - 6:00 pm
La Jolla, CA
Welcome to MANGELSEN—Images of Nature Gallery in La Jolla, California
Since opening our doors in 1991, our staff strives to provide each visitor with a memorable and relaxing journey of our natural world through Thomas D. Mangelsen’s extensive and inspiring collection of photographs.
A popular destination for travelers worldwide, La Jolla is a refined coastal town with rich appeal. With rolling hills and towering cliffs surrounded by the beautiful Pacific Ocean, La Jolla truly is “The Jewel” of Southern California. In addition to breathtaking views, magnificent beaches, and coastal wildlife, local attractions also include unique shopping, fine cuisine, historical landmarks, fine art galleries, and a variety of outdoor activities for the entire family.
We look forward to your visit!
EVENTS
Year Long | First Friday Art Walk
4-7 pm | MANGELSEN—Images of Nature Gallery
Special Update for July: This month, Art Walk will be held on the second Friday (7/11) to avoid overlapping with Independence Day festivities. Theme: Fashion & French Fun! Celebrate summer in style with a chic evening inspired by French flair and fabulous fashion.
Stroll through La Jolla’s world-class art galleries before or after dinner and enjoy a vibrant evening of art and culture. Each month features a unique theme, making every First Friday a fresh experience. Free and open to the public. Tom will not be appearing at this event.
Lajollabythesea.com
June 28; July 5,12,19 | Talk and Walk: La Jolla’s Sea Lions
2 pm | MANGELSEN—Images of Nature Gallery
Join us for a docent-led talk and on Sea Lions followed by a walk to see the Sea Lions and their pups. Presented by the Sierra Club Seal Society San Diego. Free
Sandiegosierraclub.org/seal-society
Last Wednesday of each month | Murals of La Jolla
5:30 pm | Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
World-class artists create commissioned site-specific works. 15 mural sites throughout La Jolla. Guided tours begin at 5:30. Free.
Muralsoflajolla.com
Year Long | See the Harbor Seals
Various Times | Children’s Pool Beach
The main draw for tourists and many locals is to catch a glimpse of the La Jolla seals who hang out on this prized beach especially during pupping season. You can walk on to the seawall for an even better view of the water and the seals.
Lajollamom.com
Year Long | La Jolla Open Aire Market
Sundays 9-1 pm | La Jolla Elementary School
The La Jolla Open Aire Market is different than other farmers markets in that all proceeds benefit La Jolla Elementary (LJES), funding various school improvements and programs such as art, music, library, technology and additional classroom teachers to lower class sizes.
Lajollamarket.com
Birding Trips
Various Dates and Times
San Diego Audubon Events are now offering guided local birding trips. Webinars offered monthly. A birding hotspot is featured monthly.
Sandiegoaudubon.org
Birding in San Diego!
Check out the event calendar at San Diego Audubon:
Sandiegoaudubon.org
Check out San Diego River Park Foundation volunteer opportunities at
Sandiegoriver.org
See the San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy volunteer opportunities at
Sdrvc.org
LOCAL FAVORITES
Things to do:
For participating in an environmental cleanup day, visit San Diego Coastkeeper:
Sdcoastkeeper.org
Join The San Diego River Park Foundation in its efforts ranging from river clean-up to creating a trail from the mountains to the sea!
Sandiegoriver.org
Where You Want To Be Tours and Team Building with Darlynne & Marc Menkin:
Wheretours.com
Would you like to view a wolf sanctuary or have the chance to interact with a cheetah and support animals in need or go on a mini photographic safari?
Californiawolfcenter.org
Wildwonders.org
Photographic Safari: Sandiegozoo.org
Spruce Street Suspension Bridge
Walk the 70-foot-high suspension bridge, west of Balboa Park.
Hillquest.com
Anza Borrego Desert State Park
Go on a jeep adventure!
Californiaoverland.com
Naturalist-guided tours of our local natural parks and regional canyons!
Tecolote Natural Park: Sandiego.gov
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve: Sanelijo.org
Torrey Pines State Reserve
Take a coastal hike!
Torreypine.org
Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course
Play golf along the Pacific Ocean!
Torreypinesgolfcourse.com
The Museum of Photographic Arts
For a list of current exhibits see Mopa.org
DINING:
Nine-Ten at Grand Colonial
Located right across from the gallery in the historic Grand Colonial Hotel, Nine-Ten features an “evolving California cuisine emphasizing market fresh local produce, and naturally raised meats. They offer an excellent, wide-ranging, international wine list, with interesting half-bottles and ample choices by the glass”.
Nine-ten.com
Girard Gourmet
Located right down the street from the gallery, revered farm-to-table takes on baked goods & entrees in a homey interior or the coveted patio area.
Girardgourmet.com
Trilogy Sanctuary
Rooftop cafe offering an organic, vegan, gluten-free menu, smoothies, boho-chic decor & ocean views.
Trilogysanctuary.com
Before choosing your next seafood restaurant, you may want to visit the Monterey Bay’s very informative website to understand how to order ocean-friendly and healthy seafood:
Montereybayaquarium.org
