In Memory of Dr. John Andrews

Celebrating a legacy of scholarship, community, and cultural leadership.

Dr. John Andrews was a Carlsbad native whose impact on literature and the arts extended globally. He served as chair of the Mayor’s Cultural Development Council, helped establish the Carlsbad Cultural Task Force, and co-founded the Carlsbad Hall of Fame. His lifelong commitment to the arts—and to his hometown of Carlsbad—left an indelible mark on both the local and international cultural landscape.

Following his passing, Dr. Andrews’ family expressed a desire for memorial contributions to be directed to the Carlsbad Museum. To honor their wishes—and to continue the work he cared so deeply about—we have established a donation link here on the Carlsbad Museum’s website.

Donate in memory of Dr. John Andrews
(Please note “In memory of John Andrews” in the donation memo.)

All contributions will support the Carlsbad Museum’s endowment fund at the Carlsbad Community Foundation. These gifts help ensure the museum’s long-term vitality and support exhibitions, educational programming, and cultural events—continuing Dr. Andrews’ legacy for future generations.

Thank you for helping us honor a remarkable individual whose passion for the arts and for Carlsbad continues to inspire.