All contemporary art museums to visit in Los Angeles

Experience the cutting-edge world of contemporary art at 16 museums in Los Angeles. These museums showcase works by modern artists, exploring current themes and innovative techniques.

Are you a fan of contemporary art? These are the best contemporary art museums in Los Angeles:

  1. The Getty Center1

    The Getty Center

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Getty Center, situated in Brentwood, a district in the west of Los Angeles, serves as the headquarters of the J. Paul Getty Trust. Since 1997, it has been home to the majority of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection. This makes it a significant location for those interested in exploring a vast array of art pieces.
  2. The Broad Museum2

    The Broad Museum

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Broad is a contemporary art museum situated in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Named after its primary financiers, Eli and Edythe Broad, the museum is a significant cultural landmark in the city. It showcases a diverse range of contemporary art, making it a fascinating destination for art enthusiasts.
  3. Los Angeles County Museum of Art3

    Los Angeles County Museum of Art

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, often abbreviated as LACMA, is a prominent museum located on Wilshire Boulevard in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. This location is easily accessible and is surrounded by other notable landmarks, making it a convenient stop for tourists exploring the city.
  4. Craft and Folk Art Museum4

    Craft and Folk Art Museum

     Los Angeles, CA
    Craft Contemporary, previously known as the Craft and Folk Art Museum, is a non-profit, non-collecting arts museum situated on the Museum Row on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. This museum is dedicated to showcasing contemporary craft, making it a unique institution on the West Coast of the United States.
  5. Craft Contemporary5

    Craft Contemporary

     Los Angeles, CA
    Craft Contemporary, previously known as the Craft and Folk Art Museum, is a non-profit institution located in Los Angeles, California. The museum is dedicated to the exhibition of contemporary craft, making it a unique destination for those interested in this specific art form. It does not have a permanent collection, instead focusing on rotating exhibitions that showcase the work of various artists.
  6. Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden6

    Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden is recognized as one of the most comprehensive sculpture parks in the United States. This distinction makes it a significant destination for those interested in sculpture and art in general.
  7. Barnsdall Art Park7

    Barnsdall Art Park

     Los Angeles, CA
    Barnsdall Art Park is situated in the East Hollywood district of Los Angeles, California. The park is easily accessible from Hollywood Boulevard, which provides parking and access to the arts buildings. This location makes it a convenient destination for tourists who are exploring the Hollywood area.
  8. Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation8

    Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation is a non-profit arts foundation situated in the Holmby Hills district of Los Angeles, California. This location is on North Carolwood Drive. The foundation is home to a collection of modern and contemporary artwork displayed in a unique 'living with art' house museum context.
  9. Usc Fisher Museum of Art9

    Usc Fisher Museum of Art

     Los Angeles, CA
    The USC Fisher Museum of Art boasts a diverse collection that spans various forms of media, including painting, prints, drawings, photography, and sculpture. The works in the collection range from the 15th to the 21st centuries, offering visitors a comprehensive view of the evolution of art over the centuries.
  10. MOLAA - Museum of Latin American Art10

    MOLAA - Museum of Latin American Art

     Los Angeles, CA
    MOLAA is situated in downtown Long Beach, California. The museum is housed in a modern structure designed by Mexican architect Manuel Rosen. It features four galleries, a contemporary project space, and an outdoor sculpture garden, providing a diverse range of spaces to explore and appreciate Latin American art.
  11. Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles11

    Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA) is a contemporary art museum located in Los Angeles, California. It was formerly known as the Santa Monica Museum of Art (SMMoA). The museum showcases the work of local, national, and international contemporary artists, making it a significant cultural hub in the city.
  12. Fowler Museum12

    Fowler Museum

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Fowler Museum typically hosts between three to six art exhibitions at any given time. In addition to its role as an exhibition space, the museum also serves as a venue for a variety of cultural events. These include lectures on cultural topics, musical performances, art workshops, family programs, and festivals among others. This wide range of activities makes the museum a vibrant and dynamic place for visitors of all ages and interests.
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    Destination Crenshaw

     Los Angeles, CA
    Destination Crenshaw is a unique open-air museum currently under construction in Los Angeles, California. Spanning 1.3 miles along Crenshaw Boulevard, the museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of African Americans. Once completed, it will offer visitors a rich and immersive experience of African American heritage.
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    Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater, also known as REDCAT, is a contemporary arts center located in downtown Los Angeles, California. It is situated within the Walt Disney Concert Hall complex and is dedicated to innovative visual, performing, and media arts. The center is interdisciplinary, meaning it encourages and facilitates collaboration between different artistic disciplines.
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    Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery

     Los Angeles, CA
    The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, situated in the Barnsdall Art Park in Los Angeles, California, is a hub for the arts and artists of Southern California. The gallery provides a platform for the region's artists to showcase their work, making it a great place for tourists to get a taste of the local art scene.
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    Art Gallery - Luckman Fine Arts Complex

     Los Angeles, CA
    Located in a university campus, this center specializes in promotion of cultural variety of California through various art forms.