Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

The basics

LACMA is mainly known for the strength of its collection of Asian art, including a rich collection of items from Korea, Japan, and India; Latin American art, from pre-Columbian works to pieces by modern masters including Frida Kahlo; and Islamic art, of which it holds one of the most significant collections in the world. As well as displaying its permanent collection (temporarily closed as it will be moved to LACMA’s new building in late 2024), the museum hosts rotating temporary exhibitions featuring artworks drawn from the collection. Free docent-led guided tours are offered on most days.

Things to know before you go

• Timed tickets are required. Walk-up tickets are available, but booking your preferred time slot in advance is advisable.
• The museum is wheelchair accessible, and wheelchairs are available free of charge at the ticket office on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Bags larger than 11 x 14 inches (28 x 36 centimeters) are prohibited inside the galleries. There is a coat check available for visitors.
• There is free Wi-Fi available throughout the museum.

How to get there

LACMA is most easily accessible by car. Paid parking is available at the Pritzker Parking Garage on 6th Street, just east of Fairfax Avenue. Metro Local 20 and Rapid 720 buses on Wilshire Boulevard and Metro Local 217 and 218, and Rapid 780 buses on Fairfax Avenue stop within half a block of the museum.

When to get there

The museum is open Thursdays through Tuesdays, from late morning until early evening (with slightly extended opening hours on Saturdays and Sundays). LACMA is closed on Wednesdays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. The museum recommends visitors arrive 10–15 minutes before their scheduled entry time and requires arrival no later than 15 minutes after the scheduled entry time (tickets are non-refundable for latecomers).

Art Classes

For visitors inspired by the artwork on view, LACMA offers a variety of hands-on art classes. Children, teens, and adults can participate in painting, printmaking, and collage classes led by creative and professional teaching artists. Options include one-day workshops, Friday night creative classes, and multi-session courses. As well as in-person classes, LACMA also hosts virtual classes.