Skirball Cultural Center
Skirball Cultural Center
The Skirball Cultural Center has made itself one of the world's most dynamic Jewish cultural institutions, and is a landmark cultural venue.
The mission of the Skirball Cultural Center is to explore the connections between four thousand years of Jewish heritage and the vitality of American democratic ideals.
It sounds like a stretch until you see it in action and see that it is very possible to be both a good Jewish person as well as a good American. This facility seeks to welcome and inspire people of every ethnic and cultural identity in American life. Everyone is welcome at this facility regardless of religious affiliation.
The Skirball features an extraordinary museum, changing exhibitions, engaging music, theater, comedy, film, family, and literary programs, Zeidler's Cafe, and Audrey's Museum store all in a stunning architectural setting designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie.
Nearly 400,000 people visit the Skirball each year. They may be coming to enjoy an exhibition, attend a music program, participate in a meeting hosted by a community organization, educational institution, or local business, or partake in a life-cycle event such as a baby naming, wedding, or memorial service.
Interestingly, the Skirball's acclaimed school program serves over 30,000 children and teachers annually from public, private, and parochial schools. The Skirball traces the experiences and accomplishments of the Jewish people over four thousand years.
There are numerous exhibitions to tour, the galleries include multimedia installations, rare artifacts, photographs, interactive computer stations, and sound recordings that lead visitors on the Jewish people's journey, culminating with their history in the United States.
Come visit the Skirball on your next visit to Los Angeles.
