This exhibition will offer a unique opportunity to explore and expand the rich, multifaceted story of local jade. It will highlight not only the natural world of our county, including its distinctive biological and geological history, but also will honor the diverse individuals who have played and continue to play a significant role in the jade narrative.

Opening in June 2025, the Big Sur Jade exhibition will delve into both our local jade history and, eventually, the jade traditions of other cultures. This exhibit will offer a deeper understanding of how jade has been revered as a sacred mineral throughout time.

Jade Beneath the Sea is a partnership with local jade artists and historians, and there is a wealth of sponsorship opportunities to make this exhibit shine as it deserves. As a sponsor, you can help illuminate these profound stories and foster an appreciation of jade’s significance in both our local and global heritage. Learn how your sponsorship can make a direct impact on the creation, expansion, and programming around this 5-year exhibit at the links below.

If you’re interested in supporting the exhibit, please contact our Executive Director Dr. Rachel Miller at miller@pgmuseum.org