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Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge (2024)

Saturday, October 19, 2024

… Public Programs Film Saturday, October 19, 2024, 2:00–4:30 pm Saturday, October 19, 2024 Join us for a special screening of the hit Hulu documentary … panel with Diane von Furstenberg, co-director Trish Dalton, and producer Tracy Aftergood, moderated by fashion writer and editor Merle Ginsberg. About the Program Few women embody the gravitas, grace, and gusto of the incomparable Diane von Furstenberg . A citizen of the world and the child of a Holocaust survivor, …
Press Release

Skirball Cultural Center unveils first details of three exhibitions opening October 21, 2023

… RELEASE: July 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM Media Contacts: Laura B. Cohen, LC Media, lcmediapr@gmail.com , (310) 867-3897 Emma Jacobson-Sive, EJS Media, emma@ejs-media.com , (323) 842-2064 Download … the daily life, struggle, and strength of disenfranchised Black communities, and the vital work undertaken by a broad coalition of activists during the Civil Rights Movement, particularly … the enduring fight for voting rights taking place in Los Angeles and across the country, offering a way forward as our society continues to grapple with anti-Black violence and broad …
Meet Skirballer Annelise Pehr

… Meet Annelise Pehr, the Administrative Assistant to the President and CEO, and the Executive Vice President. … of the cherished family traditions I hold dear. It was heartwarming to see how Skirball has become an integral part of other families' celebrations, enriching their traditions just as it … exhibit. Growing up listening to Bod Dylan with my parents, seeing an exhibit dedicated to his work left a lasting impression on me. Over fifteen years later, it's incredible to think the …
Meet Skirballer Savannah Jackson

… Programs Educator Savannah Jackson . Savannah joined the Skirball in 2019 and has been welcoming visitors to Noah’s Ark ever since. Q: Tell us about a past or present exhibition you … Q: What's one activity you prioritize outside of the Skirball? How does it interact with the work you do here? A: I absolutely love gardening and caring for the Earth! We have a garden outside of Noah's Ark, in the breezeway, and a former colleague passed the unofficial title of "Plant Lead" to me when he learned of my interest in gardening. Gardening and …
Program

The Best of Trek, Volume II

Saturday, February 19, 2022 and
Sunday, February 20, 2022
Discussions now streaming on YouTube

… check out the exhibition Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds on its closing day, February 20, 4:30–7:00 pm! | Saturday, February 19 Session 1 THE CAGE (Star Trek Original Pilot, 1966) The very … and assimilate him into their hive mind. Special guest: Elizabeth Dennehy , actor, “Lieutenant Commander Shelby” | Watch Day 1 Q&As Watch The Best of Trek, Vol II: Inglorious Treksperts Q&A. … “Jadzia Dax” People of Earth ( Star Trek: Discovery, 2020) After being reunited with Commanding Officer Michael Burnham in the 32nd century, the USS Discovery heads back to Earth to find out …
Exhibition

Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: Punk Culture 1976–86

On view through September 6, 2026

… On view through September 6, 2026 This exhibition traces the connective tissue of punk across key scenes in the United States … celebrates how a generation of misfits—including Jewish punks—challenged the rules, reimagined community, and helped reshape culture from the margins. *Like all things punk, even the … Classes Creative Writing at the Skirball: Write Your Heart Out! Sunday, May 31, 12:00–2:30 pm Jun 12 Audience Public Programs Category Film Outdoor Movies at the Skirball: The Punk …
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Celebrating Earth Day with US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo

Thursday, April 22, 2021
Now streaming on YouTube

… 22, 2021, 7:00 pm Thursday, April 22, 2021 Now streaming on YouTube An American Sunrise About the Program In honor of Earth Day, hear esteemed poet Joy Harjo read selections from her vast body of work—including from her latest book of poetry, An American Sunrise . A member of the Muscogee …
Press Release

Skirball Cultural Center Announces a New Chapter in the Noah's Ark at the Skirball Story

… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM Media Contacts: Jered Gold, Skirball Cultural Center, jgold@skirball.org , 310 … universal themes of resilience and second chances that resonate across all generations and communities. Having reopened in mid-December, new and returning visitors now experience … and installers, bringing Olson Kundig’s concepts to life Farmer D—Principal and founder Daron Joffe joined by landscape architect Ali Wilson designing and building the new Bloom Garden …
Exhibition

On the National Language: The Poetry of America’s Endangered Tongues

October 17, 2024–March 2, 2025

… 2, 2025 Experience B.A. Van Sise’s poetic, visual, and linguistic invitation to reflect on the complex cultural heritage and diversity of the country. These portraits and languages are … features forty-six portraits of speakers and students of endangered languages living in the US—from a Tongva speaker in Los Angeles to a Yiddish speaker in Montana. Artist B.A. Van Sise … language, along with poetic interpretations by the artist and subject. He produced seventy-two works total in this series, each featuring a different language and portrait subject. Van Sise …
Exhibition

The Sukkah Project: Force Majeure

Tuesday, October 8–Sunday, November 3

… By Jonathan York Tuesday, October 8–Sunday, November 3 From October 8–November 3 during museum hours, visit this year's community sukkah, installed in the courtyard behind the main lobby, to relax, reflect, enjoy your lunch, or spend time with family. This large-scale, immersive artwork—meticulously researched and uniquely conceived by multidisciplinary artist Jonathan York—is … From October 8–November 3 during museum hours, visit this year's community sukkah, installed in the courtyard behind the main lobby, to relax, reflect, enjoy …