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Skirball Cultural Center to present new online exhibition TIGHTROPE: AMERICANS REACHING FOR HOPE

… manufacturing jobs. About one-quarter of the children on Kristof's old school bus have died prematurely from drugs, alcohol, suicide, or reckless accidents. While these particular … McDowell’s, coupled with Addario’s poignant imagery, we can peel back the anonymity of data points, bring a human face to the numbers, and highlight interventions that are proving … D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn will participate in a FREE virtual talk on Tuesday, January 26, at 6:00 pm. The co-authors will provide insights on the many challenges facing the American …
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Skirball Cultural Center welcomes music lovers back for the return of its FREE outdoor concert series SUNSET CONCERTS

… series SUNSET CONCERTS Sponsored by the Bilger Family Thursday evenings, August 5–August 26, 2021, at 8:00 pm The series’ 24th season celebrates the resilience of the Los Angeles … and drawing influences from a variety of styles including son jarocho, ska, Afrobeat, and indie rock, the ensembles form a cross-section of the LA cultural fabric. Presented since 1997 in … August 26, 8:00 pm, Doors at 6:30 pm Extra Ancestral https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvcFCLQvKWI Returning to the Skirball by popular demand, …
Exhibition

Women Hold Up Half the Sky

October 27, 2011–May 20, 2012

… Among them was Saima Muhammad, who lived in fear of her abusive husband and whose community ignored her suffering until she received a $65 microloan and built an embroidery … and support from all over the world. Tour Schedule Freedom Center Cincinnati, Ohio October 26, 2012–March 30, 2013 Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Skokie, IL September 25, … but it was too late. She was diagnosed with eclampsia and fell into a coma. Her baby daughter died three days later. Women enrolled in Women for Women International's programs in Rwanda and …
Education

… and experiences of Jewish Americans and other immigrants to the U. S. that bring people and communities together. School Programs Our participatory school programs for Pre-K through Grade 12 students explore commonalities across cultures, transport students to key moments in history, and spark … know Sign up for the Teacher E-News for program updates, educator resources, and registration tips. Sign Up for E-News School Programs Reports School Programs Report 2022–2023 This past …
Exhibition

To the Point

January 14–May 11, 2014

… past fifty years, including posters of social and political protest (1963–1993), advertisements commissioned by the airline EL AL (1968–1972), and a recent series focused on the changing … of Tel Aviv (2012). Reisinger, who also created a fifty-meter-long wall relief for the Moshe Safdie–designed Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum in Israel, is known for producing work that … of Tel Aviv (2012). Reisinger, who also created a fifty-meter-long wall relief for the Moshe Safdie–designed Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum in Israel, is known for producing work that …
Visit

… The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. We … check-in closes at 4:30 pm each day. Closed Mondays and the following dates: Friday, June 19, 2026 Friday, July 3, 2026 Saturday, July 4, 2026 Saturday, September 12, 2026 Wednesday, November … basis. How many tickets can I get at one time? Up to 10 tickets can be purchased on our website at one time. How do I add tickets to my order? You can place an additional order online …
Student Program

Noah's Ark at the Skirball—After School

… experience. Bring the story to life by working together! When Select Tuesdays, January–June 2026, 3:00–4:30 pm Registration To schedule an after-school program on the Ark, please email … whimsical animals crafted from repurposed everyday objects – students learn the values of community and collaboration through hands-on experiences. The educational benefits of this … Inspired by their Noah’s Ark school tour, the Mindful Moment: Rainbow video on the Skirball website, and the Re-Discovered Animals lesson plan, 2nd grade students at Suva Elementary made …
Program

Laila Lalami in Conversation with Kiese Laymon

Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Now streaming on YouTube

… with one arm and pushes away with the other. Signed books available for preorder on booksoup.com. “Probing, unflinching and fiercely intelligent, Conditional Citizens is a must-read for all … Unofficial Voting Station: Voting for All Who Legally Can’t October 1–November 30, 2020 Past Audience Public Programs Category Words and Ideas Voting for All: A Conversation with Aram Han … Category Words and Ideas An Evening with Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn Tuesday, January 26, 2021 Now streaming on YouTube Prev Next …
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“In Celebration of Light and Liberty" at the Skirball Cultural Center

… of In Celebration of Light and Liberty coincides with the Jewish festival of Hanukkah, which commemorates the freedom that the Maccabees fought to preserve nearly 2,000 years ago. It is a … for his evocative figurative works that explore the nuances of human experience. Oxman studied Baroque sculpture in Florence, Italy, and earned his BFA in Sculpture from Carnegie Mellon … installations throughout the United States. More information is available on the artist’s website: zacharyoxman.com . About the Skirball The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of …
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… Registration Tips and Information Registration Tips and Information Create or locate your Skirball account— We recommend all teachers create an account in advance of our listed registration dates, as programs … note: Teachers are only eligible to register for one School Program date within the 2025–2026 academic year. What should I do if I forgot my username and/or password? If you already …