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Skirball Cultural Center unveils suite of three exhibitions opening November 17, 2022

… August 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM Media Contacts: Emma Jacobson-Sive, EJS Media, emma@ejs-media.com , (323) 842-2064 Laura B. Cohen, LC Media, lcmediapr@gmail.com , (310) 867-3897 Download the … Quilt Stories November 17, 2022–March 12, 2023 Discover the extraordinary stories behind 300 years of American quilts. Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories , featuring works by … creation and traditional use in the home impart deeply personal narratives of their makers and offer an intimate picture of American life. The exhibition is organized by the Museum of Fine …
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Skirball Cultural Center announces the opening of “I’LL HAVE WHAT SHE’S HAVING”: THE JEWISH DELI

… March 28, 2022 at 12:00 PM Media Contacts: Emma Jacobson-Sive, EJS Media, emma@ejs-media.com , (323) 842-2064 Skirball Cultural Center, communications@skirball.org , Download the press … an increase in America’s beef consumption was a modern dietary development that opened up market opportunities for Jewish entrepreneurs. On view in this first section are artifacts from … programming, including Late Night! The Jewish Deli, on Friday, May 20, from 6:30 to 10:00 pm, with exclusive after-hours access to the exhibition, deli-themed food trucks, …
Exhibition

Global Citizen

October 22, 2013–March 2, 2014

… exemplify “progressive contextualism”—a way of thinking globally about building. His works combine the social activism and advanced technologies of modernism with a profound respect for … a pioneering example of prefabricated housing. In 1970 Safdie established a Jerusalem branch office and commenced on an intense restoration of Jerusalem’s Old City and the reconstruction of … at the Skirball KPCC’s Off-Ramp | February 4, 2014 Peace in a Polar Vortex SkirBlog | January 30, 2014 Q+A > Moshe Safdie The Architect’s Newspaper | December 20, 2013 Skirball Cultural …
Program

Be the Change: Artist-Inspired Activism

Sunday, September 10, 2023

… Public Programs Words and Ideas Sunday, September 10, 2023, 10:30–11:30 am Sunday, September 10, 2023 Artists and organizers behind Be the Change: A Jewishly … Inspired Public Art Movement explore the issues and ideas behind the Skirball’s current off-site installation. About the Program Expanding on themes addressed in Be the Change: A … a conversation about the meaning of tzedakah , the definition of “artivism,” the importance of community organizing, and the ways in which artists reflect the world around them and inspire …
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Extra Ancestral

Thursday, August 26, 2021

… Public Programs Music Sunset Concerts sponsored by the Bilger Family Thursday, August 26, 2021, 8:00 pm Thursday, August 26, 2021 Sunset Concerts at the Skirball About the Skirball … African diaspora in Los Angeles. “So grateful to have witnessed Extra Ancestral. It was so good for my soul.” | Sharing the Spotlight Deepening Sunset Concerts’ connection to Los Angeles and the Skirball’s core values of justice, community, and kindness, Extra Ancestral has selected the following organizations to share the …
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Family Art Studio

Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

… 2025, All day|Thursday, March 27, 2025, All day|Saturday, March 29, 2025, All day|Sunday, March 30, 2025, All day|Thursday, April 3, 2025, All day|Saturday, April 5, 2025, All day|Sunday, … 2025, All day|Sunday, April 20, 2025, All day|Thursday, April 24, 2025, All day|Saturday, April 26, 2025, All day|Sunday, April 27, 2025, All day|Thursday, May 1, 2025, All day|Saturday, May … and the importance of caring for the world. Reinforcing the values of collaboration and community, these activities can be done anytime during your visit. | Current and Upcoming …
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Member Preview Day—Fabric of a Nation, Together for Good, and Wayfinding

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

… of America through quilting in Fabric of a Nation: American Quilt Stories , contribute to a community artwork in Together for Good: Caron Tabb and the Quilting Corner , and experience the … online are in effect immediately. Visit skirball.org/join . | Preview Day Happenings 1:30 pm—Walking tour (space is limited) Enjoy our outdoor oasis with Skirball curator Cate … for Family Plus Members and above. Your gallery entry will be included. Please call (310) 440-4526 or email membership@skirball.org for assistance. | Make a Day of It! Shop exhibition-related …
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Black Power, Jewish Politics

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

… Public Programs Words and Ideas Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 7:30–9:00 pm Wednesday, April 17, 2024 A Book Release & Communal Dialogue in Partnership with the Jews of Color Initiative Take part in this launch of … of Color Initiative | About the Participants Ilana Kaufman (she/her) is the Chief Executive Officer of the Jews of Color Initiative. Her work sits at the center of Jewish community, racial …
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Lynsey Addario in Conversation with Sheryl WuDunn

Sunday, March 14, 2021
Now streaming on YouTube

… co-creator Sheryl WuDunn , Addario discusses the online exhibition, as well as her more recent work documenting the COVID-19 pandemic. With intimate and arresting images, Addario offers a harrowing and heartfelt look at life in times of crisis. Stay after the talk for a Q&A … 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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Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

… Public Programs Film | Special Event Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 6:30–10:00 pm Wednesday, December 13, 2023 Dinner and a Doc Enjoy a screening of the documentary … that includes Chinese food and a movie? Enjoy both elements wrapped up in a screening of this offbeat, irreverent musical documentary! Set almost entirely in a Chinese restaurant, Dreaming … CBE RA October 21, 2023–September 1, 2024 Permanent Exhibition Visions and Values Jewish Life from Antiquity to America Ongoing Prev Next …