LACMA Celebrates New David Geffen Galleries with Free Family Day
On Sunday, May 3, from 10 am to 2 pm, LACMA is throwing a free family event to celebrate the opening of the David Geffen Galleries, which will house the permanent collection. This event is exclusive to NexGenLA members and their families, allowing them early access indoors. NexGenLA is a free membership for L.A. County youth aged 17 and under. Outside, there will be fun activities such as art-making, face painting, family portraits by Las Fotos Project, and performances by various groups including TAIKOPROJECT and the Bob Baker Marionette Theater. Inside the Boone Children's Gallery, workshops will be available, including a Matisse-inspired collage activity. It’s best to reserve free timed-entry tickets beforehand and consider using public transport due to limited parking.
Key facts
- Free family celebration at LACMA on Sunday, May 3, 10 am–2 pm.
- Event celebrates the opening of the David Geffen Galleries.
- Indoor access to galleries is for NexGenLA members only.
- NexGenLA is LACMA's free youth membership for L.A. County residents 17 and under.
- Outdoor activities are free without museum admission.
- Performances by TAIKOPROJECT, CONTRA-TIEMPO, Bob Baker Marionette Theater, and KCRW DJ Novena Carmel.
- Matisse-inspired collage postcard activity based on 'La Gerbe'.
- 'La Gerbe' is a ceramic mural by Henri Matisse, originally commissioned by an L.A. couple.
- Andell Family Sundays workshops repeat on May 17, 24, and 31.
- Parking limited; Metro or rideshare recommended.
Entities
Artists
- Henri Matisse
Institutions
- LACMA
- David Geffen Galleries
- NexGenLA
- Boone Children's Gallery
- K.M. Keck Education Center
- Andell Family Sundays
- Maya Mobile
- Las Fotos Project
- TAIKOPROJECT
- CONTRA-TIEMPO Activist Dance Theater
- Bob Baker Marionette Theater
- KCRW
Locations
- Los Angeles
- Los Angeles County