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

Spotlight

Later in Life: Adult B'nai Mitzvah

On view through Summer 2026 in the Kaleidoscope Gallery

A person wearing a prayer shawl stands with hands clasped

Exhibition

Common Ground

On view through January 3, 2027 in Ruby Commons

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

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 Memoriam

Ongoing

stones lay on top of a plinth next to a wood bench

Permanent Exhibition

Noah's Ark

Ongoing

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

Thursday May 21

    • 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

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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 22

    • Classes

    Skirball Book Groups: The American Tapestry

    February–June 2026

    February–June 2026

    Skirball Book Groups collage image
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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 23

    • 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

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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 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

    Archaeology Programs

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.

Monday May 25

Skirball is Closed

Tuesday May 26

    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball—Writing America: A Mixed Genre Workshop

    Tuesdays, April 14–June 2, 12:00–2:00 pm

    Tuesdays, April 14–June 2, 12:00–2:00 pm

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

    Nazarian Applied Arts: Acrylic Painting

    Tuesdays, May 5–June 23, 1:00–4:00 pm

    Tuesdays, May 5–June 23, 1:00–4:00 pm

    Detail of blue, white, and yellow acrylic paint spread onto a surface.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.

Wednesday May 27

    • Classes

    Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

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

    Bam! Crack! Dot! Intermediate Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

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

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

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

    Bam! Crack! Dot! Intermediate Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

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

Thursday May 28

    • 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

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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 29

    • Kids and Families

    Sensory Friendly Fridays

    Fridays, 1:00–2:30 pm

    Fridays, 1:00–2:30 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

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.
    • Public Programs
    • Special Event

    Late Night! Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos

    Friday, May 29, 6:00–10:00 pm

    Friday, May 29, 6:00–10:00 pm

    The front steps of the Skirball at night. People are standing around talking and ordering food from parked trucks. The words "Late Night!" are projected in lights on the side of the building.

Saturday May 30

    • 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

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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 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

    Archaeology Programs

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball: Write Your Heart Out!

    Sunday, May 31, 12:00–2:30 pm

    Sunday, May 31, 12:00–2:30 pm

    Various wearable colorful buttons with text and bands on them.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.

Monday Jun 01

Skirball is Closed

Tuesday Jun 02

    • Classes

    Creative Writing at the Skirball—Writing America: A Mixed Genre Workshop

    Tuesdays, April 14–June 2, 12:00–2:00 pm

    Tuesdays, April 14–June 2, 12:00–2:00 pm

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

    Nazarian Applied Arts: Acrylic Painting

    Tuesdays, May 5–June 23, 1:00–4:00 pm

    Tuesdays, May 5–June 23, 1:00–4:00 pm

    Detail of blue, white, and yellow acrylic paint spread onto a surface.
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.
    • Public Programs
    • Special Event

    Common Ground Dinner: Pride

    Tuesday, June 2, 6:30 pm

    Tuesday, June 2, 6:30 pm

    A room of people talking in small groups with appetizers and drinks.

Wednesday Jun 03

    • Classes

    Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

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

    Bam! Crack! Dot! Intermediate Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

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

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.
    • Kids and Families

    Toddler Sing-Along

    Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

    Wednesdays, 3:15 pm

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

    Bam! Crack! Dot! Intermediate Mah Jongg

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 12:30–3:00 pm
    Wednesdays, May 13–June 3, 3:30–6:00 pm

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

Thursday Jun 04

    • 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

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    Archaeology Dig: Saturdays and Sundays until 4:15 pm
    Hands on History: Thursdays until 4:15 pm

    A family with kids digging through a sand box uncovering replica artifacts
    • Kids and Families

    Amphitheater Happenings

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time)
    Saturdays and Sundays, 11:15 am (Music Jams)
    Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:15 pm (Suitcase Puppet Shows)

    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.