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Noah's Ark at the Skirball: The Art of Imagination

… curriculum focuses on the ways that each of us, including the youngest members of our community, can make a difference. Lesson Plans Lesson 1 The Art of Storytelling Watch a cultural … out of found objects—just like the animals aboard Noah’s Ark! Download Lesson 5 Noah’s Ark from Head to Tale What stories do objects hold? Use your imagination to write first-person … of Imagination lessons? Be part of our story and win a FREE field trip! Email photos, student work, or videos to education@skirball.org Curriculum Extension Self-Portrait Collage Build upon …
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Jews, Comics, and the American Dream: The Origins of the Superhero

Sunday, February 22, 2026

… Public Programs Words and Ideas Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:00–4:00 pm Sunday, February 22, 2026 Join comics scholars and other guest speakers for a conversation exploring how Jewish artists like … Together , won the 2012 Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Best Graphic Novel. Harkham’s work has been published in various magazines, comic books, and zines. His graphic novel, Blood … Join comics scholars and other guest speakers for a conversation exploring how Jewish artists like …
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Creative Writing at the Skirball: DVF

Saturday, May 31, 2025

… 31, 2025, 12:00–3:00 pm Saturday, May 31, 2025 Diane von Furstenberg spins stories out of clothes. In this special creative writing workshop, let DVF’s stories inspire your own. About the Class Diane von Furstenberg spins stories out of clothes. In this special creative writing workshop, let DVF’s stories inspire your own. We’ll begin with a docent-led tour of the DVF … Diane von Furstenberg spins stories out of clothes. In this special creative writing workshop, let DVF’s stories inspire your own. …
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They Ain't Ready for Me

Tuesday, April 6, 2021
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Friday, April 2–Monday, April 5, 2021

… and Talk About the Program In the midst of renewed attention to gun violence in America, join community leader Tamar Manasseh and director Brad Rothschild for a conversation about the moving … live or die. The film explores the challenges and motivations of this fearless leader as she works to bring joy and safety to her community. Both authentically Jewish and authentically … to be reckoned with—and she’s just getting started. (2020, 89 min. No MPAA rating.) | Watch the official trailer for "They Ain't Ready for Me." | You Might Also Like Past Audience Public …
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Member Preview Day—Wild Things Are Happening: The Art of Maurice Sendak

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

… Members Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 12:00–5:00 pm Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Be among the first to experience this spring exhibition and make a day of it with dining and shopping. … sweeping sixty-year career. Be among the first to explore the galleries! Celebrate the work of the Jewish artist and creator of the acclaimed children's books, Where the Wild Things … Museum Store Dine at Judy’s Counter or Zeidler’s Café* *Café reservations are strongly recommended for Member Preview Day. Email zeidlerscafe@skirball.org or call (310) 440-4515. Donor …
Conferences and Meetings

… Cotsen Auditorium (Ahmanson Ballroom) Company celebrations. Corporate retreats. Business conferences. Team-building workshops. Networking receptions. Fundraising galas. Holiday parties. The Skirball Cultural Center offers an environment that sparks imagination, reinvigorates work-as-usual, and encourages …
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Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair

Sunday, January 21, 2024

… through historic objects and places. Moderated by Cuban visual artist Alexandre Arrechea. About the Program Old Havana meets American exile in this illuminating debut memoir by Rosa Lowinger , … of the Cuban collective, Los Carpinteros [The Carpenters]. He is widely recognized for his solo works No Limits (2013), a monumental project composed of ten sculptures inspired by iconic buildings in New York City and erected along Park …
Wild Rumpus in the Classroom

… In May 2024, the Skirball’s team of artist educators partnered with LAUSD's Maurice Sendak Elementary in … and administrators to customize a weeklong arts integration program highlighting the life and work of Jewish American artist Maurice Sendak. This hands-on, values-based program at the school … ALL students to reach their full potential, and we aim to do that by creating a respectful and compassionate community,” said Debuque. “Skirball educators spoke to our students with those …
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Katy Tur—Rough Draft

Saturday, June 18, 2022

… Public Programs Words and Ideas Saturday, June 18, 2022, 2:00 pm Saturday, June 18, 2022 Stories from a Life Lived in TV News About the Program Writers Bloc Presents® and the Skirball Cultural Center invite you to hear from … of two. Tur will be joined in conversation by MSNBC correspondent and fellow author Jacob Soboroff . Intimate and captivating, Rough Draft explores the gift and curse of family legacy, …
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Late Night! Star Trek

Friday, October 22, 2021

… Public Programs Special Event Friday, October 22, 2021, 6:00 pm Friday, October 22, 2021 About the Program Come celebrate Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds at the Skirball. The prime directive? Have fun! … after-hours access to the exhibitions and a cash bar, this interstellar evening features: Tunes from Dublab DJ Becky Ebenkamp An outdoor Star Trek lounge with fan-favorite episodes screening …