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 Art Consultants have strived to provide each visitor with a memorable experience that highlights the relaxing journey through our natural world, brought to life by 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
Experience the First Friday Art Walk in La Jolla each month from 4-7 pm while exploring the village’s celebrated coastal galleries. During the La Jolla First Friday Art Walk, MANGELSEN—Images of Nature Gallery invites visitors to enjoy museum-quality nature and wildlife photography in La Jolla and explore Tom Mangelsen’s newest releases. The La Jolla Art Walk is a wonderful opportunity to experience the collection up close and encounter an image that captures your imagination—perhaps one you’ll want to take home. Free and open to the public. Tom Mangelsen will not be appearing at this event.
Lajollabythesea.com
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 onto 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 Bird Alliance now offers guided local birding trips. Webinars are offered monthly. A birding hotspot is featured monthly. Check out their events calendar.
Sandiegobirdalliance.org
Birding in San Diego!
There’s always something going on at San Diego Bird Alliance! Check their event calendar at
Sandiegobirdalliance.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
