Hours
Tue–Fri, 12:00–5:00 pm
Sat–Sun, 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Closed Mondays

Free on-site parking

Skirball Cultural Center

Calendar

Display results as:

Current Exhibitions

Permanent Exhibition

Noah's Ark

Ongoing
Ninety-minute time slots offered

Visitor in Noah's Ark Gallery. Animal and ark made from wood and found materials. You can see giraffes, camels, snakes and birds.

Exhibition

Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion

US DEBUT
October 17, 2024–August 31, 2025

A wide gallery photo showing mannequins in dresses and a neon sign in blue that says Freedom is Everything.

Exhibition

Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity

May 1, 2025–March 1, 2026

A comic book cover with super hero Captain America punching Hitler in the face.

Exhibition

Away in the Catskills: Summers, Sour Cream, and Dirty Dancing

May 1–August 31, 2025

A mid-century photo taken of two women standing in a shallow swimming pool posing for the photo.

Spotlight

Later in Life: Adult B'nai Mitzvah

April 30, 2024–September 14, 2025

Chandelier in the shape of a five-pointed Jewish "Star of David"

Exhibition

Common Ground

On view through January 4, 2026

A pattern of a plate, bowl, and cup stacked and put in rows. The dishes are made of brown earthy pottery.

Permanent Exhibition

Visions and Values

Ongoing

Photo inside the exhibition Vision and values showing a replica of the statues of liberty hand holding the torch among a large photo mural of immigrants on Ellis Island

Permanent Exhibition

Discovery Center

Ongoing
Gallery open daily; Dig open on weekends until 4:15 pm

Photo of a artifact gallery with cases and a large rock ancient tomb with a big text wall that reads Discovery Center

Campus Activation

In Memorium

On view beginning October 1, 2024

wooden bench beneath a tree with installation information displays next to it

Monday May 19

Skirball is Closed

Tuesday May 20

    • Classes

    Skirball Book Groups: Illuminated Jewish American Stories

    February–June 2025

    February–June 2025

    Covers of the books listed in the group side by side on a gray background.
    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball: Poetry and Short Stories

    Tuesdays, May 6–June 24, 12:00–2:30 pm

    Tuesdays, May 6–June 24, 12:00–2:30 pm

    A photo of five people sitting together at a table outside. They are holding papers and pens while laughing with each other.
    • Classes

    Skirball Book Groups: Illuminated Jewish American Stories

    February–June 2025

    February–June 2025

    Covers of the books listed in the group side by side on a gray background.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    A group of young children throwing colorful scarfs in the air and dancing around.
    • Classes
    • Online

    Skirball Movie Group: Comic Books on Film

    Tuesdays, May 6 and 20, June 3 and 17, 7:30–9:00 pm (ONLINE)

    Tuesdays, May 6 and 20, June 3 and 17, 7:30–9:00 pm (ONLINE)

    Still from the film Ghost World showing Scarlett Johansson and Thora Birch standing side by side looking at something off camera.

Wednesday May 21

    • Classes

    Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 14–June 4, 11:00 am–1:30 pm

    Wednesdays, May 14–June 4, 11:00 am–1:30 pm

    The words, The Marvelous Mrs. Mahj appear in pink, funky letters on a black table surrounded by mahjong tiles.
    • Classes

    Skirball Book Groups: Illuminated Jewish American Stories

    February–June 2025

    February–June 2025

    Covers of the books listed in the group side by side on a gray background.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    A group of young children throwing colorful scarfs in the air and dancing around.

Thursday May 22

    • Classes

    CANCELED—Wellness at the Skirball: Brain, Body, Soul

    Thursdays, May 1–29, 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    Thursdays, May 1–29, 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    A group of people participate in a movement class at the Skirball. In the foreground is a man, smiling, and holding his hands above his head.
    • Kids and Families

    Archaeology Programs

    Thursdays until 4:15 pm (Hands on History)
    Saturday–Sunday until 4:15 pm (Archaeology Dig—temporarily closed*)
    Select Sundays, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm (Unearth and Explore)

    Thursdays until 4:15 pm (Hands on History)
    Saturday–Sunday until 4:15 pm (Archaeology Dig—temporarily closed*)
    Select Sundays, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm (Unearth and Explore)

    A Hands on History demonstration.
    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.

Friday May 23

    • Classes

    Skirball Book Groups: Illuminated Jewish American Stories

    February–June 2025

    February–June 2025

    Covers of the books listed in the group side by side on a gray background.
    • Kids and Families

    Sensory Friendly Fridays

    Fridays, 12:00–1:30 pm

    Fridays, 12:00–1:30 pm

    a young girl is wearing noise canceling headphones while interacting with a Noah's Ark deer made from keys and various materials.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.

Saturday May 24

    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.

Sunday May 25

    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.
    • Classes

    Comics, Cultures, and Communities

    Sundays, May 4–June 15, 1:00–2:30 pm

    Sundays, May 4–June 15, 1:00–2:30 pm

    Dr. David Greenfield looking at the camera while sitting on a rug beside a collection of graphic novels and comic books on display.

Monday May 26

Skirball is Closed

Tuesday May 27

    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball: Poetry and Short Stories

    Tuesdays, May 6–June 24, 12:00–2:30 pm

    Tuesdays, May 6–June 24, 12:00–2:30 pm

    A photo of five people sitting together at a table outside. They are holding papers and pens while laughing with each other.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    A group of young children throwing colorful scarfs in the air and dancing around.
    • Public Programs
    • Special Event

    Common Ground Dinner: A Sephardic Experience

    Tuesday, May 27, 6:30 pm

    Tuesday, May 27, 6:30 pm

    A table set for a meal with ceramic plate and cup on a blue cloth. The plate holds cooked fish and vegetables.

Wednesday May 28

    • Classes

    Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 14–June 4, 11:00 am–1:30 pm

    Wednesdays, May 14–June 4, 11:00 am–1:30 pm

    The words, The Marvelous Mrs. Mahj appear in pink, funky letters on a black table surrounded by mahjong tiles.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    A group of young children throwing colorful scarfs in the air and dancing around.

Thursday May 29

    • Classes

    CANCELED—Wellness at the Skirball: Brain, Body, Soul

    Thursdays, May 1–29, 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    Thursdays, May 1–29, 11:00 am–12:30 pm

    A group of people participate in a movement class at the Skirball. In the foreground is a man, smiling, and holding his hands above his head.
    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Archaeology Programs

    Thursdays until 4:15 pm (Hands on History)
    Saturday–Sunday until 4:15 pm (Archaeology Dig—temporarily closed*)
    Select Sundays, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm (Unearth and Explore)

    Thursdays until 4:15 pm (Hands on History)
    Saturday–Sunday until 4:15 pm (Archaeology Dig—temporarily closed*)
    Select Sundays, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm (Unearth and Explore)

    A Hands on History demonstration.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.

Friday May 30

    • Kids and Families

    Sensory Friendly Fridays

    Fridays, 12:00–1:30 pm

    Fridays, 12:00–1:30 pm

    a young girl is wearing noise canceling headphones while interacting with a Noah's Ark deer made from keys and various materials.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.

Saturday May 31

    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.
    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball: DVF

    Saturday, May 31, 12:00–3:00 pm

    Saturday, May 31, 12:00–3:00 pm

    A gallery filled with people and clothing on mannequins. In the foreground are two mannequins dressed in different blue dresses, one holding a torch above its head like the Statue of Liberty.

Sunday Jun 01

    • Kids and Families

    Family Art Studio

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

    Art studio filled with young people and adults interacting around tables
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Thursdays and Fridays, 2:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)

    Educator in performing a story with arms stretched wide while children are watching from outdoor amphitheater seats. There is a wooden planked backdrop with color potted plants.
    • Classes

    Comics, Cultures, and Communities

    Sundays, May 4–June 15, 1:00–2:30 pm

    Sundays, May 4–June 15, 1:00–2:30 pm

    Dr. David Greenfield looking at the camera while sitting on a rug beside a collection of graphic novels and comic books on display.

Monday Jun 02

Skirball is Closed