Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

Since its inception in 1965, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography, in addition to representing Los Angeles's uniquely diverse population.

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    (323) 857-6000

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    lacma.org

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    Art Museum

Address

5905 Wilshire Blvd (at S Ogden Dr) Los Angeles , CA 90036 United States

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Shadi Saliminia

loved the variety of the collections! there's artworks from the ancient to modern times and include asian, latin, and islamic art . You can find pieces from Picasso,Monet,Modigliani,Gaugin,Cezanne..

Kay 5

The Islamic art is located on the 4th floor of Ahmanson building.Unfortunately,its so limited.Since jan'15,they featured contemporary Islamic art&removed the ancient art&will switch back again in '18!

The Most Interesting Man in the World

At the LACMA Café , I absent-mindedly rearranged the ingredients of my fruit salad into a smiling face. I returned from the restroom to discover my creation had been awarded Best in Show.

Matt (@VeganCheesehead) Crotteau

If you're an LA local, or on a budget, look up free museum days & free museum hours! Wonderful staff , and a wide variety of art to please a wide variety of tastes in art . Next to a beautiful park .

Marc S

As the largest museum in the western USA, can be challenging to navigate its 7 buildings (some are currently closed for refitting) plus outdoor exhibits . Get a campus map.

GQ Magazine

LACMA is one of the best modern art museums in the country . Come here to see the famous light post installation, Urban Light , check out some Rivera & Matisse, and definitely don’t miss Metropolis II.

Mimi

Great area. Has the iconic lamps that everyone goes to for the 'gram! Upstairs is a cute cafe called C+M and there's wifi so you're able to work on their patio outside and soak up the sun.

Veronica Chavira

LACMA is a good choice for a date night or a daytime family friendly museum . Evening jazz concerts happen on Friday’s. Instagram worthy pics outside in front of the LACMA called the Urban lights .

Travel + Leisure

The permanent collection spans the globe and the millennia, ranging from French Impressionism to Greek and Egyptian antiquities . Admission is pay-as-you-wish after 5 p.m. every day.

Stephany Poce

Museum as a wonderful variety of art including modern and old. My favorites are Monet, Gaugin, Cezanne and of course, Picasso. A great way to spend an afternoon.

Fodor's Travel

Continuously growing and expanding, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is the largest art museum on the West Coast, containing some 120,000 objects that span ancient history to modern times. Read more

Larisa Grollemond

Arrive early if you want to snag tickets for special exhibitions , but there's plenty to see in the permanent collections!

Ricardo Hernandez

Great museum , a little bit expensive but worth it. Plenty of options for lunch and early dinner . Also a bar where you can enjoy a drink. Better yet, picnic at La Brea Pits.

ANNE

LACMA is the modern art star of Los Angeles. Director Michael Govan has made it world class . See indoor and outdoor art , grab a souvenir, visit a food truck , see a film ....

Katherine M.

The current special exhibit on Frank Gehry models and the crowd-pleasing Metropolis II are not to be missed. The quiet , spacious layout of the Japanese gallery is always a delight.

Connie Chiu

Love that there are so many outdoor public spaces in between buildings. Also the Japanese Art building has an architecture worth checking out.

Maddy Cagulada

I Love how on certain occasions a special event is featured. Last time I went I got to see the special exhibit featuring DVF dresses . Beautiful, and definitely a great place for artsy people.

Boris ???? van Hoytema

Huge! Awesome collection and great temporary exhibitions . Also check out the architecture on the Japanese art pavilion all the way in the back.

Justin Ordoveza

A small collection but there are some great masters here. A few Rembrandts, Picassos. Make sure to see the website for traveling exhibits .

Cakes

LA County Residents After 3 pm: After 3 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, general admission is FREE to Los Angeles County residents with proof of residency.

W magazine

The Hollywood costumes exhibit —which features hundreds of ensembles from blockbuster and Oscar Award-winning films as well as video interviews with directors, actors, and costume designers—is a must. Read more

AMW

Closed Wednesdays, but free admission for LA County residents every other weeknight after 3PM. Check their calendar for free movie screenings and live music events .

Marvin Andujar

LACMA is a great place to visit. It has several floors of art . The European section was fantastic. If you are into art and even if you are not, you should visit this place.

The Artificial

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is the largest art museum in LA. It's right next to the La Brea Tar Pits as well as a handful of other museums and galleries .

Katrina

Great place to bring tourists and LA newbies. Most will recognize this art work in a movie or two. Beautiful place day or night.

carl Smith

Most of the lower level entry areas were very well displayed. The buildings construction and the way the Art was arranged was easy one the eyes and feet. I definitely recommend repeated attendance.

Fūzd

Great spot for a first date. Meet under LACMA's Urban Lights display on Wilshire Boulevard and head inside to check out the art see a film or play, or listen to free concerts on Sundays Live events .

AR

Great art museum ! Admission is like $20, but there are lots of free outdoor areas with cool sculpture , and it's right next to the La Brea Tar Pits!

April Arrglington

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Oscar Fajardo

Great museum with lots of exhibits . Parking is expansive so take the bus . Future train station will make it easier.

Kelley L.

People usually come here to see the Urban Light installation outdoors. Best time for photos is golden hour.

nikki

stellar outdoor installations are open to the public, while thoughtful exhibitions in the Resnick and other buildings keep things fresh. Must visit website for upcoming rotations.

Edwina

Multiple buildings with art from different countries & regions of the US. You can easily spend a couple of hours walking through the galleries .

Jole P

Awesome museum for a variety of tastes! Be sure to check out the Broad right next door too

Tim Deng

beautiful! take your classic photos at the lamps, but be sure to explore the rest of the museum ; there's so much to see

Josh Estelle

NextGen program gives free memberships to children <=17, which includes free entry for them and one adult. Sign up in the children's gallery

Pach Reed

One of my favorite places in LA. Lots and lots of things to see and a nice place to spend a day off with someone.

Chris Cookson

You can actually skip the long line for tickets at the front if you walk up the stairs and go towards the middle of the area with the hanging strings from the ceiling.

Chris Go

Use your phone as a free guide. Open the LACMA mobile site and enter the number next to the piece. Not all artworks are available, and some have audio.

m d

Huge museum with wide range of artworks. Evening may be good for outdoor art .

Veronica B

A modern museum with a lot of history..many things to see and to know. Everyone should go there!

Los Angeles

Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month; Target sponsors free admission on select holidays (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Presidents Day; Memorial Day).

Staff Picks

The most recognizable programs at LACMA continues featuring live music by Wayne Shorter, John Clayton, Kenny Burrell, Les McCann, Cannonball-Coltrane Project and Ernie Watts. 5/6 - 6/24, Free. Read more

Zara Khan

Must walk around the museum . It is a home to great outdoor sculptures ! Jeff KOONS, Calder, and a massive Matisse. Good for a quick, short visit as the museum is not big. Easy to explore in less time.

Jackson Tsai

Contemporary museum and my college favorite hang out/work spot! Wife & I decided that we needed a few of our pre wedding photos shot here!!!

Lydia Berkennou

One of the best museums I had the chance to see. The Guillermo del toro exhibit was amazing

zu

see the urban lights right before the sunset ..

Lucky Magazine

The boutique at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art is most notable for its selection of exclusive, limited-edition prints , like local legend Catherine Opie’s eerie photo of the Crenshaw High School .

Los Angeles

Visit for free on the second Tuesday of each month or after 3 p.m. on weekdays for LA County residents

Lily Harris

Fun but wear good shoes and be prepared to walk and see lots of great art and artists !

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Great place to stop for pics. Tourist attraction foe sure. Love this artwork!!!! - Katrina

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Kooky but interesting nonetheless. Go early in the day to avoid the crowds. - Justin Ordoveza

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Coffee is divine. Excellent baristas. - Pamela Brooks

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The museum is good but you can see plenty around the park for free. If you’re lucky you might be able to tag along with one of the tours. They’re very informative - Kurtis Sherry

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