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Common Ground Dinner: Persian New Year

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

… Public Programs Special Event Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 6:30–9:00 pm Tuesday, March 17, 2026 The next in our special series of shared meals and collaborative gatherings using tableware from the Common Ground installation, this evening celebrates the vibrant heritage of Nowruz (Persian New … in our special series of shared meals and collaborative gatherings using tableware from the Common Ground installation, this evening celebrates the vibrant heritage of Nowruz (Persian New …
Exhibition

RECLAIMED: A Family Painting

October 19, 2023–February 25, 2024

… a seat at a recreated dining room table, above which the painting was once displayed, and become immersed in the Bloch family's pre-war art collection and historic furniture. Among the … about the New York State Department of Financial Services Holocaust Claims Processing Office—a government agency that provides institutional assistance to victims and their families … 3 generations, a painting looted by Nazis is finally returned Spectrum News 1 SoCal | October 26, 2023 A Jewish Family’s Story of Loss and Restitution Hyperallergic | October 29, 2023 The …
Exhibition

Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day

October 6, 2017–February 25, 2018

… in LA October 6, 2017–February 25, 2018 The exhibition featured a new body of photographic work by interdisciplinary artist Ken Gonzales-Day examining the mural landscape of LA—from East … Signs, and Mark‐Making in LA considered what the city’s walls reveal about its diverse communities. About the Exhibition The exhibition featured a new body of photographic work by … Foundation with the encouragement of Sonia and James Cummings The Dubois Family Charitable Fund Good Works Foundation Carol Vernon and Bob Turbin Lannette and Scott Turicchi Media sponsors: …
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Tank and the Bangas: Live at the Skirball

Thursday, July 2, 7:00 pm

… Public Programs Music Thursday, July 2, 2026, 7:00–10:00 pm Thursday, July 2, 7:00 pm Featuring Butter Funk Family Kick off Fourth of July festivities with the electrifying sounds of New Orleans collective Tank and … the most tender and true parts of life’s journey. Unique and with a vibrance that could only come from New Orleans, the lead vocalist, Tank, has stretched her vocals over quirky raps, … Kick off Fourth of July festivities with the electrifying sounds of New Orleans collective Tank and …
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Sunset Concerts: Billy Valentine

Thursday, July 20, 2023

… blues and R&B singer Billy Valentine ’s reimagined covers of iconic protest songs, including works by Stevie Wonder, Prince, and Marvin Gaye. About the Program All power to the people! Sunset Concerts kicks off with a night of 1960s and '70s protest songs performed by master blues and R&B … hit " Money's Too Tight (to Mention)." He returns to the limelight in 2023 with the remarkable comeback album Billy Valentine and the Universal Truth . While recording, the world erupted in …
Bridging Histories: Black-Jewish Dialogues for Peace and Unity

… Patrisse Cullors that will encourage a deepening of relationships between Black and Jewish community members. The residency will engage a select group of participants representing key … New York Times bestselling author, educator, artist, and abolitionist from Los Angeles, CA. Her work has been featured at The Broad, The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, Frieze LA, The Hammer … love, collective care, and art. Rabbi Beau Shapiro Rabbi in Residence Beau Shapiro in his office at the Skirball. Photo by Lindsey Best. Rabbi Beaumont Shapiro joined the Skirball …
Discovering the Jewish Deli

… Tuesday, March 31, 2020 By Laura Mart and Cate Thurston Hello from our home offices! We are Laura Mart and Cate Thurston, co-curators of the Skirball’s exhibition “I’ll … Chicago, and back again—as we discover how Jews imported traditions, adapted culture, and built community to create the celebrated American delicatessen. Left: Enjoying some Original #19s: … Cate’s bagel with lox and salmon caviar from Russ & Daughters. Lookin’ pretty good. Must be that New York water! We scoured the country for more deli history on our other …
Press Release

Two-Million-Dollar Gift from the Karsh Family Foundation Will Fund Black-Jewish Connection Projects

… Will Fund Black-Jewish Connection Projects Generous Grant Supports the Skirball’s Ongoing Work to Highlight the Interconnectedness of Black and Jewish Americans LOS ANGELES, CA— The Skirball Cultural Center officially announced a two-million-dollar gift from the Karsh Family Foundation to support the … Kornberg said, “There has never been a greater need for solidarity between Black and Jewish communities as threats of antisemitism and racism continue to bedevil our democratic freedoms. …
Program

Chagall et al: Jewish Artists Throughout History

Tuesdays, September 30–November 18, 2025

… Classes Online Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 10:00–11:30 am|Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 10:00–11:30 am|Tuesday, October 14, 2025, … 18, 2025, 10:00–11:30 am Tuesdays, September 30–November 18, 2025 Online Class Explore the works of well-known Jewish artists Marc Chagall and Amedeo Modigliani and how their Jewish … In, Paint Them Out: Trenton Doyle Hancock Confronts Philip Guston October 16, 2025–March 1, 2026 Prev Next …
Artist Q&A: Aram Han Sifuentes

… From left to right: The Official Unofficial Voting Station: Voting for All Who Legally Can't , courtesy of Aram Han … Harold, courtesy of Pulitzer Arts Foundation; Sampler created by US Citizenship Test Sampler workshop participant Lidice L., 2014. Photo by Jayson Cheung, courtesy of Aram Han Sifuentes. … working in fiber, performance, and social practice art. In anticipation of the Skirball’s upcoming exhibitions of her work, The Official Unofficial Voting Station: Voting for All Who …