Skirball Cultural Center

About

The Skirball Cultural Center, located in Los Angeles, is a dynamic institution that celebrates Jewish heritage and American democratic ideals while welcoming people of all communities and generations. The center offers a range of cultural experiences, including changing exhibitions, film events, music and theater performances, comedy, family, literary, and cultural programs. The Skirball’s core exhibition, “Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America,” traces the history, experiences, and values of Jews over 4,000 years, featuring multimedia installations, rare artifacts, historical documents, and interactive computer stations. The center’s architecture, designed by Moshe Safdie, is nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains near the Sepulveda Pass and includes a museum, a performing arts center, conference halls, classrooms, libraries, courtyards, gardens, and a café. The Skirball also presents a range of public programs and serves approximately 60,000 schoolchildren and teachers annually.

The Skirball Cultural Center is committed to promoting cultural experiences that celebrate discovery and hope, foster human connections, and call upon us to help build a more just society. The center’s mission is deeply rooted in Jewish heritage and inspired by its values, with a focus on welcoming the stranger, honoring memory, seeking learning, pursuing justice, building community, and showing kindness. The Skirball’s diverse range of programs and exhibitions reflects this mission by providing an immersive experience that appeals to visitors of all ages and backgrounds.