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Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s David Geffen Galleries will open April 19 after about six years of construction. Get an exclusive look inside @lacma’s new building, which cost nearly $724 million, before it opens to the public on May 4.

“We should just keep going. Let’s keep building for art in L.A.,” said LACMA Director and Chief Executive Michael Govan, “The goal is to spend more on cultural infrastructure, especially when it includes art.”

Tap the link in @latimes’ bio to learn more about what went into reimagining LACMA and what’s inside.

🎥 : @jessicagelt; @ericthayer; @jeffamlotte / Los Angeles Times

Standing thirty seven feet tall, Jeff Koons’s Split-Rocker merges the heads of two rocking horses—a pony that once belonged to the artist’s son and a dinosaur ↑

“Painted” with the colors of more than 45k drought-tolerant plants, this monumental artwork looks over Wilshire Boulevard, right next to our new David Geffen Galleries.

↑ Join us May 16 at @nuarttheatre for a free screening of Tenzin Phuntsog’s Next Life

See the story of a a Tibetan family in exile, searching for moments of temporary happiness after their father is given an irrevocable diagnosis

Following the screening, hear from Phuntsog (@tenzinprojects) and celebrate Tibetan Buddhist culture with ceremonial practices led by local Tibetan cultural practitioners

RSVP at 🔗 in bio

Quick reminder ↓

Tomorrow, May 12, we'll be closing at 2 pm for a private event!

↑ Some flowers for your Monday morning 💐

Currently on view in our David Geffen Galleries | learn more at 🔗 in bio

↑ Join us May 16 at @nuarttheatre for a free screening of Tenzin Phuntsog’s Next Life

See the story of a a Tibetan family in exile, searching for moments of temporary happiness after their father is given an irrevocable diagnosis

Following the screening, hear from Phuntsog (@tenzinprojects) and celebrate Tibetan Buddhist culture with ceremonial practices led by local Tibetan cultural practitioners

RSVP at 🔗 in bio

↑ Join us May 16 at @nuarttheatre for a free screening of Tenzin Phuntsog’s Next Life

See the story of a a Tibetan family in exile, searching for moments of temporary happiness after their father is given an irrevocable diagnosis

Following the screening, hear from Phuntsog (@tenzinprojects) and celebrate Tibetan Buddhist culture with ceremonial practices led by local Tibetan cultural practitioners

RSVP at 🔗 in bio

↑ Join us May 16 at @nuarttheatre for a free screening of Tenzin Phuntsog’s Next Life

See the story of a a Tibetan family in exile, searching for moments of temporary happiness after their father is given an irrevocable diagnosis

Following the screening, hear from Phuntsog (@tenzinprojects) and celebrate Tibetan Buddhist culture with ceremonial practices led by local Tibetan cultural practitioners

RSVP at 🔗 in bio

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

It's almost time for Third Weekends at LACMA ↑

Curated experiences inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions | Swipe → to see what's happening this month

Every third weekend, LACMA is the place to be ✨

🔗 in bio for RSVPs + full lineup of programming

Explore our David Geffen Galleries in a new way ↑

During May's Third Weekends at LACMA, we'll be co-presenting three unique experiences with @aiala.iac

↳ Look and Listen, a leisurely walk through our new galleries
↳ Draw and Explore, a self-guided drawing session
↳ Look and Wander, a tour of the galleries' outdoor spaces

Happening May 15-17 | Learn more at the 🔗 in bio

Explore our David Geffen Galleries in a new way ↑

During May's Third Weekends at LACMA, we'll be co-presenting three unique experiences with @aiala.iac

↳ Look and Listen, a leisurely walk through our new galleries
↳ Draw and Explore, a self-guided drawing session
↳ Look and Wander, a tour of the galleries' outdoor spaces

Happening May 15-17 | Learn more at the 🔗 in bio

Explore our David Geffen Galleries in a new way ↑

During May's Third Weekends at LACMA, we'll be co-presenting three unique experiences with @aiala.iac

↳ Look and Listen, a leisurely walk through our new galleries
↳ Draw and Explore, a self-guided drawing session
↳ Look and Wander, a tour of the galleries' outdoor spaces

Happening May 15-17 | Learn more at the 🔗 in bio

↑ what’s your favorite artwork in the David Geffen Galleries?

💭 Tell us yours in the comments (or visit us to find one!)

↑ our members react to our new galleries

The David Geffen Galleries are now open to all! Stop by and let us know what you think 💭

↑ Had the best day ever at our NexGenLA celebration!

Thank you @taikoproject, @contra_tiempo, @bobbakermarionettes, @novenacarmel, @stylesbyjean, @papelpicadocatrina, @arte_jimenez_studio, and @lasfotosproject for all the fun ✨

Learn more about this free membership for L.A. County kids and teens at the 🔗 in bio

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.

We're excited to announce a special print by @jamesjeanart, commemorating the opening of our David Geffen Galleries ↑

Titled "Procession," this work is a metaphor for our new galleries, depicting a shared, non-linear space where disparate forms move together in unexpected harmony.

Register onsite at @lacmastore from May 4-11 to receive a distinct version of the edition. Prints will also be available on James Jean's website for 48 hours starting May 12.