At Lux Art Institute, nestled on a chaparral-covered hill above San Elijo Lagoon, it’s about the artistic process as much as the finished art piece. Lux invites resident artists to create on site while their work is on exhibit, so visitors can “see art happen.” Gardens of native plantings and outdoor installations expand the museum-without-walls experience. Workshops for children, teens, and adults, like mini-comics and batik, encourage artistic development. Adults $5, under 21 free (additional fees for classes).