Exhibition Opening—Spring 2026

People gather in Ruby Commons at the Skirball talking amongst themselves with refreshments. — Photo by Lindsey Best

Join us for opening day of our spring exhibitions! Whether you're visiting for daytime tours or evening fun, enjoy FREE admission to three new exhibitions, mingle with artists and curators, stroll through our oasis, and more.

Date and Time

Wednesday, May 20, 12:00–5:00 pm and 7:00–9:00 pm

Daytime Hours 12:00–5:00 pm
Evening Hours 7:00–9:00 pm

Pricing and Details

RESERVE DAYTIME—GENERAL ADMISSION RESERVE EVENING—GENERAL ADMISSION

FREE

Visitors who would like to board Noah’s Ark, which requires timed entry, should reserve a separate Noah's Ark ticket (which also includes general admission access).

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About the Program

Welcome the opening of three new exhibitions at the Skirball: Inventing America: The Comic Book Revolution; Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: 1976–86; and Robert Russell and Lisa Edelstein: A Palace in Time.

Opening Day (Wednesday, May 20, 12:00–5:00 pm)

Daylong Activities

See new exhibitions Inventing America: The Comic Book Revolution; Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: 1976–86; and Robert Russell and Lisa Edelstein: A Palace in Time. (Getty, Milken, and Hurd Galleries)
Discover Common Ground by Adam Silverman. (Ruby Commons)
Explore the new, outdoor Bloom Garden, inspired by the Jewish values of renewal, connection, and caring for the earth. (Bloom Garden)
Relate your history to the permanent exhibition Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America.

Scheduled Activities

12:00 pm | Museum opens to the public.
1:00 pm | Robert Russell and Lisa Edelstein: A Palace in Time Tour (Hurd Gallery)
- Enter an intimate and moving portrait of Jewish life with artists Robert Russell and Lisa Edelstein and Skirball curator Vicki Phung Smith.
2:00 pm | Inventing America: The Comic Book Revolution Tour (Getty Gallery)
- Explore the United States in the twentieth century through the lens of the American art form: the comic book, with guest curator Patrick A. Reed and Skirball Museum Deputy Director Michele Urton.
3:00 pm | Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: Punk Culture 1976–86 Tour (Milken Gallery)
- Take a deep dive into how a generation of misfits challenged the rules, reimagined community, and helped reshape culture from the margins with Skirball Chief Curator Cate Thurston and guest curator Michael Worthington.

Dining and Shopping

Zeidler’s Café—Enjoy a relaxing sit-down lunch (reservations recommended).
Judy’s Counter—Partake in grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and snacks.
Audrey's Museum Store—Shop for exhibition-related gifts and memorabilia, plus jewelry, books, and more.

Opening Evening (Wednesday, May 20, 7:00–9:00 pm)

Evening Activities

Mingle with artists, curators, and special guests throughout the evening.
See new exhibitions Inventing America: The Comic Book Revolution; Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: 1976–86; and Robert Russell and Lisa Edelstein: A Palace in Time. (Getty, Milken, and Hurd Galleries)
Discover Common Ground by Adam Silverman. (Ruby Commons)
Relate your history to the permanent exhibition Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America.

Dining and Shopping

Sips and snacks—Grab a signature cocktail and a bite to eat.
Audrey's Museum Store—Shop for exhibition-related gifts and memorabilia, plus jewelry, books, and more.