Now that the Bowers Museum has reopened, visitors can catch 4 exhibits that premiered in 2020
With the recent easing of pandemic restrictions, the Bowers Museum reopened Wednesday, and four exhibits that premiered in 2020 will be on view.
Orange County moved into the state’s red, “substantial” tier on Sunday, allowing indoor spaces to reopen at 25% capacity with safety measures in place.
The museum’s protocols include timed entry, the enforcement of social distancing and a requirement that visitors and staff wear masks and undergo temperature checks. The museum has installed additional hand-sanitizing stations, Plexiglass shields in transaction areas and instituted an increased cleaning schedule.
Among the exhibits, “Inside the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic,” which was closed for much of last year, has been extended (for the third time) to June 20. The show features 465 objects, including artwork, costumes, cars and props from the entertainment company’s productions.
“Miao: Masters of Silver” and “Test of Medal: Charles J. Shaw and the Montford Point Marines” were on view for a short window last fall when museums were allowed to reopen.
The ongoing “Masters of Silver” exhibit includes 250 intricate pieces of jewelry and textiles primarily made in China’s Guizhou Province, while the exhibit centered on Sgt. Charles J. Shaw II, the first Black instructor to train an integrated platoon, tells the story of his life in the military and in Santa Ana’s Little Texas. The latter exhibit has been extended to June 27.
“Treasures in Gold & Jade: Masterworks from Taiwan” is open for in-person viewing for the first time through Sept. 5. The exhibit showcases the jade and gold sculptures of two artists based in Taiwan, Wu Ching and Huang Fu-shou. A special team from Taiwan traveled to the Bowers last year to install the delicate pieces.
The museum’s online programming, such as virtual public tours and recorded lectures, are continuing as scheduled.
Admission to the museum and its exhibits varies. The museum is offering free admission to all healthcare and emergency service workers with a valid ID.
If you go
What: Bowers Museum
When: Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana
Cost: General admission: $15 weekends, $13 weekdays; “Inside the Walt Disney Archives,” $25 weekends, $23 weekdays (includes general admission price); discounts available to seniors, children, students, active-duty military and Santa Ana residents
Info: (714) 567-3600; bowers.org
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