Museum

Skirball Cultural Center

📍 2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA

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★★★★☆

Quick Facts

Location: USA, Los Angeles
Category: Museum
Duration: allow 2-3 hours
Opening Hours: Monday Closed · Tuesday 12:00-17:00 · Wednesday 12:00-17:00 · Thursday 12:00-17:00 · Friday 12:00-17:00 · Saturday 10:00-17:00 · Sunday 10:00-17:00 · Official hours: Tuesday to Friday 12:00-17:00 and Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays; box-office check-in closes at 16:30 each day. Additional closures in 2026: November 11, November 26, November 27 and December 25.
Ticket Price: Adult: USD 20 general admission · Child: USD 15 for children 2-17 · General admission covers the permanent galleries and current exhibitions (Inventing America, Visions and Values, the Bloom Garden, Family Art Studio, Archaeology Dig and the Discovery Center); reservations are recommended for exhibitions and programs; free on-site parking is available.
Address: 2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA
Coordinates: 34.1240, -118.4760

Introduction

The Skirball Cultural Center at 2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard in Brentwood, Los Angeles, opened in 1996 as a cultural complex where Jewish heritage, American democratic ideals and diverse contemporary art meet. Designed by architect Moshe Safdie, the buildings step down a hillside among gardens and landscape. Its centerpiece "Noah's Ark at the Skirball" is a giant wooden ark built for climbing and interactive family exploration; the museum also presents gallery exhibitions on Jewish history and special artist shows, along with lectures, music and performances.

✨ Highlights

A hillside architectural complex designed by Moshe Safdie amid gardens

At Skirball Cultural Center, A hillside architectural complex designed by Moshe Safdie amid gardens is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

The beloved interactive "Noah's Ark at the Skirball" giant wooden ark

At Skirball Cultural Center, The beloved interactive "Noah's Ark at the Skirball" giant wooden ark is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Jewish cultural history, archives and contemporary artist exhibitions

At Skirball Cultural Center, Jewish cultural history, archives and contemporary artist exhibitions is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

A rich program of lectures, music and performances

At Skirball Cultural Center, A rich program of lectures, music and performances is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

→Transportation：Between Brentwood and Bel-Air; best reached by car (free on-site parking) or Metro/UCLA shuttle and city buses.

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	12:00-17:00
Wednesday	12:00-17:00
Thursday	12:00-17:00
Friday	12:00-17:00
Saturday	10:00-17:00
Sunday	10:00-17:00

Official hours: Tuesday to Friday 12:00-17:00 and Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays; box-office check-in closes at 16:30 each day. Additional closures in 2026: November 11, November 26, November 27 and December 25.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	USD 20 general admission
Child	USD 15 for children 2-17
Senior	USD 15 for seniors and full-time students with ID
Free Admission	Free for Members and children under 2; free for everyone on Thursdays

General admission covers the permanent galleries and current exhibitions (Inventing America, Visions and Values, the Bloom Garden, Family Art Studio, Archaeology Dig and the Discovery Center); reservations are recommended for exhibitions and programs; free on-site parking is available.

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm, closed Mondays; holidays per the official calendar; admission: Museum general admission about $18-20, children 2-17 about $13-15, under 2 free; Noah's Ark is ticketed separately, subject to on-site confirmation.

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Skirball Cultural Center?

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00-17:00; Wednesday: 12:00-17:00; Thursday: 12:00-17:00; Friday: 12:00-17:00; Saturday: 10:00-17:00; Sunday: 10:00-17:00; Official hours: Tuesday to Friday 12:00-17:00 and Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:00, closed Mondays; box-office check-in closes at 16:30 each day. Additional closures in 2026: November 11, November 26, November 27 and December 25.

How much is the admission for Skirball Cultural Center?

Adult: USD 20 general admission; Child: USD 15 for children 2-17; Senior: USD 15 for seniors and full-time students with ID; Free Admission: Free for Members and children under 2; free for everyone on Thursdays; General admission covers the permanent galleries and current exhibitions (Inventing America, Visions and Values, the Bloom Garden, Family Art Studio, Archaeology Dig and the Discovery Center); reservations are recommended for exhibitions and programs; free on-site parking is available.

Any practical tips for visiting Skirball Cultural Center?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Tue-Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm, closed Mondays; holidays per the official calendar; admission: Museum general admission about $18-20, children 2-17 about $13-15, under 2 free; Noah's Ark is ticketed separately, subject to on-site confirmation. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.