Fantastic place and really love the Noah's Ark exhibition - my daughter just loved it - she is 5!
Additionally the museum is one of the finest on the West Coast for exploring and capturing the Jewish experience in America and its impact on the USA and the world. Highly recommend!
Great facility for a party. We held my mother's 75th Birthday Party here and the facilities were amazing. The staff was great and the grounds were beautiful.
Peaceful overall, except for a few really people talking loudly on their cell phones
Fantastic museum that offers a variety of exhibits. The Noah's Ark exhibit is amazing with multiple creative activities and awesome upcycled art. The place is well kept and the staff is friendly. There're free parking and beautiful patios and picnic areas.
Skirball Cultural Center is a very small museum. The RBG exhibit is exceptional but there are not a great deal of exhibits. The staff is exceptional and have a great disposition. Great location and very good parking. This is definitely worth the annual membership.
I loved this place! It's beautiful with different exhibits and a lovely lily pond. They have wheelchairs if you need one. Very friendly staff. They do not have handicapped accessability in all bathrooms....the halls are very narrow for a wheel chair. The bathroom situation should be addressed but wouldn't keep me from visiting again.
We thoroughly enjoyed the interactive Noah's arc exhibit for kids followed by a musical performance where the kids got to join in with drums of their own. The museum celebrates the Jewish community in America but it isn't pushy/preachy. That's a separate part of the museum. Don't miss it though, the halocaust exhibit is particularly moving. The cafe was very nice as well. Easy to find parking and the gift shop is stocked with fun toys.
Well worth a membership and a great place to visit.
From the minute you walk in you are greeted by super friendly, super nice people. That is very important for a museum. I learnt so much about the Jewish culture and the two side exhibitions were also incredible. When I needed a cup of tea, I went and paid a very reasonably priced $1.50 for a lovely organic cuppa which is rare in tourist places where they can hike up prices. I am from London but will definately visit again when I come back. I even work in museums and think it would be a magical place to work!
Beautiful venue for events. Also, kids love going to the life-size Noah's Ark exhibit, which is basically a giant playground!
Love walking around the museum and seeing the exhibits.
Great exhibition of Noah's Arc. Even if you didn't come with kids its definitely a unique place with a lot of creativity.
What a great place to bring your kids... My kids love it here!
Nice cultural museum about Judaism and the journey of the Jewish people from antiquity to modern day United States. Also, other small scale exhibitions of prominent Jewish-Americans.
I was only in one area for a conference but was happy to finally get to check this place out. The parking was free and plentiful and the area we had our conference in was spacious and pretty. They catering on the other hand was pretty meh but I don't know if that was due to the location or due to what the conference chose.
Amazing- until May their showing the fashion of Rudi Gernreuch. The kids always have a blast.
Jim Henson Exhibit: spectacular and wonderful is all I can say to describe it. It definitely brought a tear to my eye from nostalgia. Some notable displays were some original puppets, including the first Kermit.
We had a great time here. We loved the Jim Henson exhibit. My husband was in heaven!
Great fun place. They have educational events for kids and grown-ups as well
Lots of fun with a special kids area. My pre-teen daughter still loves to go.
Great evening venue for live music. Cool on a July evening, outdoor, small area. Goapele and band were great. Nice, diverse crowd. Really a pleasurable night...
They are welcoming to all and the tours are led by wonderful docents.
Such an awesome place to bring the kids. Pleasently surprised.
Great place for kids at the Noah Exibit. Lots to interact with!!!
artworks at Noah center are so creative and story time is awesome
Such a hidden gem that alot of people I don't think know about! We went on a Thursday during free admission day. We arrived around 11:15 to get inline for the ark tickets. We bought a lunch so the kids could sit at the tables while we took turns as adults standing in line. Tickets opened up at 11:50ish. We got into the first group! But even if you don't you can do the other activities first. The kids loved all the interactive play on the ark! Such a fun experience. We will definitely be going back. 1.5 hrs was plenty of time to hang at the ark exhibit. We then went to the dig area. Which was well organized. Then went to the craft area. Which I m not sure is always opened but you can check ahead of time. After that the kids were done and we left. Also parking is free so this place is a win win! Little bit if a drive from OC but definitely worth it if you haven't been!
Had a conference here, service, the room and food were all excellent. Excellent easy going environment and atmosphere. Love the place, good to bring the family here.
This place is terrific, especially for the little ones. The Noah's Ark Exhibit is a must see. Your kids will spend all day here.
the Noah's Ark is a must see... amazing and kids love it...
Went to see the Noah's Ark for my 2 year old. There were only two things that was not excellent. 1) they put you in time slots. This isn't bad, but I did feel a bit rushed because of that. Which led to 2) my kid didn't want to leave.
Other than that, it was excellent!
Great museums great place to learn about culture great place for an event parking is good cell service is good Wi-Fi is good I would highly recommend visiting here or having your next event here
Attended the NAACS Sisters Gala for Spelman last night. The venue is lovely but the path to the ballrooms is not well thought out. Unless you come through the garage, be prepared to go on a journey through a garden path you will likely only find by chance, and ladies, if your shoes are meant more to be seen than they are for walking, forget about it. Again, nice establishment. But strange layout.
Our school did prom here. It was a spectacular location. It's a bit of a drive to get here but it's mostly freeways.
Great venue for exhibits. Be sure to check available exhibits and hours before visiting
Great setting for events center. Nice cafes and like an oasis off a major highway.
wonderful trip. I visited Noah's Ark. Really a wonderful place for children and families alike. ca t say enough good things about the place.
Welcoming people, diverse exhibits, great for families.
Noah's Ark I think is the best attraction, great for children 19 months and up . A lot of things to do to stimulate children brain. Love the uniqueness of this building highly recomend you can get in for free using the public libary card program called explore LA.
Thursdays are free! The grounds are lovely...plenty to see and do for kids in Noahs Ark plus other exhibitions. Love it.
I visited with my three year old, and the Noah's ark play area is fantastic. She loved all of it. We walked through some of the other areas and they looked really interesting. I would love to go back and see the rest of the exhibits.
Had a great visit, went for a limited time exhibit but there is so much more to see in the permanent collection. Really would like to return with the entire day
Students enjoyed the day
Noah's Arc was a very nice exhibit. Love the gift shop
We came here for the children's exhibits. The Noah's Ark section was amazing. There were so many things to touch, climb, and enjoy. We also enjoyed digging for buried items in one of the many dig sites on top of the museum. Finally, we made a craft in the craft room at the bottom of the museum.
We briefly saw some of the other areas outside the children's section. All the exhibits were interesting and educational.
Great traveling exhibits. Noah's Ark is terrific for toddlers. The permanent exhibit presents a comprehensive view of Judaism, particularly the Ashkenazi experience.
this is very nice place I went to les brown seminar everything was a great but there was a big issue I was there hours seminar but there is no coffe shop or restaurant only vending machine they got very limited items this place must have a coffe shop or some kind of snack shop
if you go there for any event make sure take some snack and drinks from outside because this place isolated there is not any gas station or 711 within 3 miles the place and Inside here nothing really available!
Nice facilities available for rent for weddings and other large gathering type events. The museum itself was a little smaller than I was expecting honestly, but if you're looking to learn more about Jewish history this is going to be a great resource to you. They do seem to be committed to showcasing puppetry and fostering children's creativity as well, which gets a huge plus in my book!
This is a cool place. I went for the Jim Henson exhibit. First time and will be back.
The Noah's Ark was incredible. Guy that started our story (an excited red-head) was AMAZING. The kids loved the whole thing. Thank you for the great military discount as well.
Delightful way to spend a a day for adults and children. Pleasant, indoor and outdoor things to do and see. Noah's Ark captivated my grandnephew.
The center is very nice and elegant but the food, especially for the price, was poorly done.
This is one of the cultural gems in Los Angeles that every resident and tourist must visit. The different exhibits are well chosen and thought-provoking and leave rooms for inquiry and call to action. The Notorious RBG is a great example that was worth every minute and penny I spent. Truly inspirational and aspirational!
Very very nice museum interesting things to do , the Noas Ark its the best, free entrance
A place that I think we ordinary people pay for theirs have that if I pay for taxis.
The Skirball Cultural Center is a unique and dynamic cultural institution located in Los Angeles, California. With a mission to explore the connections between Jewish heritage and American democratic ideals, the Skirball offers visitors an array of exhibitions, music performances, film screenings, readings and talks, classes, family programs and an interactive family destination inspired by the Noah's Ark story.
One of the most notable features of the Skirball Cultural Center is its commitment to showcasing diverse perspectives on Jewish culture. Through its exhibitions and programming, visitors can explore everything from traditional Jewish art forms to contemporary expressions of Jewish identity. Recent exhibitions have included "Leonard Bernstein at 100," which celebrated the life and legacy of one of America's greatest composers; "Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg," which explored the career of one of America's most influential Supreme Court justices; and "Black Is Beautiful: The Photography of Kwame Brathwaite," which highlighted a lesser-known chapter in African American history.
In addition to its exhibitions, the Skirball also hosts a wide range of music performances throughout the year. From classical concerts featuring world-renowned musicians to intimate jazz shows in their outdoor courtyard space overlooking Los Angeles' scenic hillsides - there is something for everyone at this cultural center.
Film lovers will also find plenty to enjoy at the Skirball Cultural Center. Their film program includes both classic films as well as new releases that reflect their mission statement. They often host Q&A sessions with filmmakers or experts after screenings so that audiences can engage with these works on a deeper level.
For those looking for more educational opportunities or hands-on experiences with Jewish culture - there are plenty available through classes offered by skilled instructors who are passionate about sharing their knowledge with others. Classes range from cooking workshops where participants learn how to make traditional dishes like challah bread or matzo ball soup; dance lessons exploring different styles such as Israeli folk dancing or klezmer music; lectures on topics ranging from history to current events related specifically towards Judaism.
Families will love visiting this cultural center too! There is an interactive family destination inspired by Noah's Ark story where children can climb aboard life-size animal replicas while learning about environmental conservation efforts around them through fun activities like storytelling sessions or puppet shows.
Overall, if you're looking for an enriching experience that celebrates diversity while exploring connections between cultures - then look no further than The Skirball Cultural Center!
skirball.org
