Family Programs

Sensory Friendly Hours

Wednesdays, November 20 and December 4 and 11, 3:30–5:00 pm
Sundays, January 12, March 15, May 17, 10:00–11:30 am

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

During the hours listed above, the Skirball welcomes all visitors to enjoy a Noah’s Ark experience specially designed for guests with autism spectrum disorders, sensory-processing differences, and other developmental disabilities. Expect a reduced number of visitors, quieter galleries, and relaxed music and story times. Noise-dampening headphones, sensory bags, and lanterns for low-light sensitivity are available to borrow.

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Story Time

Wednesdays, 2:30 pm

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

Listen as flood stories from cultures around the world are brought to life through the timeless tradition of oral storytelling.

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Music and Dance

Thursdays, 2:30 pm

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

Play music and dance with family and friends aboard Noah’s Ark.

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Family Art Studio

Regular schedule: Saturday–Sunday (except December 15)
Winter schedule: Tuesday–Sunday, December 24–January 12
Drop in anytime during regular Museum hours; last entry at 4:15 pm

Enjoy one-of-a-kind art projects themed around Skirball exhibitions. Reinforcing the values of collaboration, community, and caring for the world around us, projects will ignite the imaginations of your family members, whether they are 2 or 102!

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Archaeology Dig

Regular schedule: Saturday–Sunday (except December 15)
Winter schedule: Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, December 26–January 12
Drop in anytime during regular Museum hours; last entry at 4:15 pm

Calling all aspiring archaeologists to the Skirball’s dig site! With the help of the archaeological staff in an outdoor field laboratory, discover what we have in common with people who lived centuries ago.

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Música para Todos

Sundays, 11:15 am

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

On Sundays, at 11:15 am, join in a musical jam session in both Spanish and English aboard Noah’s Ark at the Skirball.

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Hands on History

Sundays, 12:00–2:00 pm

Get a real feel for the ancient world! Be on the lookout for a cart that will pop up around the Museum. Visitors of all ages are invited to touch actual ancient artifacts and discover the many things that connect us to the past.

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Toddler Tuesday Sing-Along

Tuesdays, 1:15 pm

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

Join our educators for circle time and singing with your little one.

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The Builder and the Dove: A Puzzle Adventure

Fridays, December 13, 20, and 27, 3:40 pm

Included with admission to Noah's Ark at the Skirball

Premiere! Join the quest to unlock the mysterious connections between us all in this live reimagining of the timeless flood story created by Mister & Mischief.

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Hanukkah Festival

Sunday, December 15, 11:00 am–4:00 pm
(Museum doors and will call open at 10:00 am.)

$12 General; $9 Seniors, Full-Time Students, and Children over 12; $7 Children 2–12; FREE to Members and Children under 2

Celebrate the Jewish festival of light, while enjoying music, dance, storytelling, art making, and tasty treats! Performances

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Inside Out

Thursday, December 26, 12:30 and 2:30 pm

After young Riley and her family move, she experiences conflicting emotions about how to navigate a new city, house, and school.

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Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!

Thursday, January 2, 12:30 and 2:30 pm

Horton, an elephant, hears a cry for help coming from a tiny speck of dust and becomes determined to offer aid despite his naysaying friends.

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Toy Story

Thursday, January 9, 12:30 and 2:30 pm

A cowboy named Woody is Andy’s favorite toy until space ranger Buzz Lightyear comes into their lives. When the two toys get lost, the unlikely duo will have to work together to find Andy.

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