Upcoming Exhibitions

Ai Weiwei: Trace

2021 opening date TBA

Trace makes its Los Angeles debut at the Skirball this winter. Created by Ai Weiwei (b. Beijing, 1957), one of China’s most provocative and socially engaged artists, the exhibition—which features three of the installation’s original six floor panels—portrays individuals from more than twenty-five countries around the world whom the artist and various human rights groups consider to be activists, prisoners of conscience, and advocates of free speech.

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Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope

Online Exhibition

January 21–May 31, 2021

Facing a changing labor market and diminishing opportunities, individuals and families across the United States are struggling to survive in the world’s wealthiest country.

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Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds

2021 opening date TBA

More than fifty years after the debut of a moderately rated show called Star Trek, its stories continue to echo worldwide. Its famous opening line, “To boldly go where no one has gone before,” captures the spirit of this iconic series: the dare to strive for a better world. Opening at the end of April, this fully immersive exhibition will showcase Star Trek’s significant impact on culture, art, and technology through more than 100 rare artifacts, set pieces, and props, plus state-of-the-art photo and video interactives. 

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

2021 opening date TBA

Take a delicious bite into the history and culture of Jews in America. Exploring how American Jews imported traditions, adapted culture, and built community through the experience of food, “I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli reveals how delicatessens became cornerstones of American Jewish food culture during the past century, evolving from specialty stores catering to immigrant populations into the beloved national institutions they are today.

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Visions and Values

Jewish Life from Antiquity to America

Temporarily closed; 2021 reopening date TBA

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 4,000 years.

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Noah’s Ark

Temporarily closed; 2021 reopening date TBA

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

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Discovery Center

Temporarily closed; 2021 reopening date TBA

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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