Current Exhibitions

“I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli

April 14–September 4, 2022

More than a place to get a meal, the Jewish deli is a community forged in food. The exhibition “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli explores how Jewish immigrants, mostly from Central and Eastern Europe, imported and adapted traditions to create a uniquely American restaurant.

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Talking Back to Power: Projects by Aram Han Sifuentes

April 14–September 4, 2022

Exploring ideas of identity, power, and belonging in the United States, Talking Back to Power: Projects by Aram Han Sifuentes presents garments, banners, samplers, quilts, and sculptures that highlight American immigrant experiences.

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Noah’s Ark

Ongoing | One-hour time slots available

"Extraordinary … A celebration of play, inspiring fascination, reviving wonder."—New York Times

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Discovery Center

Ongoing

Journey into the past and discover what we have in common with people who lived thousands of years ago. Featuring archaeological artifacts from the ancient Near East and replicas of pieces from the renowned collections of the Israel Museum and Israel Antiquities Authority, the Discovery Center invites visitors to learn about our shared human history through the study of archaeology.

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Visions and Values

Jewish Life from Antiquity to America

Ongoing

Featuring changing displays of works from the Skirball’s permanent collection of Judaica—one of the largest in the world—this historically illuminating exhibition chronicles the struggles and achievements of the Jewish people over a span of four thousand years.

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