The Broad

While you are in Los Angeles, a visit to the Broad might be exactly what you are looking for if you like fine and unique art. The Broad offering a contemporary and modernist feel is located in the heart of Los Angeles. Founders Eli and Edythe Broad enlisted popular architectural designer Diller Scofidio and Renfro in its construction. This incredible beauty actually houses more than two thousand art pieces in the main collection. This collection is known as the Broad collection, actually contains the most generous and authentic collection of post-war, or contemporary artwork in the entire world. This incredible facility is designed to dazzle with two massive gallery floors for public access and viewing. A million-dollar museum, with the grand total of more than one-hundred-forty million dollars in its construction alone, it boasts an amazing one hundred twenty thousand square feet. The world renown Broad Art’s foundation library is also based out of this sophisticated building.

The Broad Museum is a generous compilation of the most impressive art pieces in the contemporary styles post 1950s to modern day. Some of the most popular influences in the contemporary arts are showcased here in the meticulously structured exhibitions. The Broad is one of the most inspiring and art rich museums in the world, as they strive to engage the public with community art education and enrichment and art-centered programs that you can appreciate.

Take in the exhibit of Richard Artschwager with his fascinating works with wood, and metals, you will see forms and prints of intelligent concepts sure to inspire even the most novice art to appreciate. Or you may enjoy the works of John Baldessari, whose screen prints and photography are remarkable in depth. The late Joseph Beuys has more than five hundred works showcased here, featuring a dramatic German variety which will prove to be as provocative as interesting. The sculptures of Scott Burton may be right on the mark for those who appreciate modern abstract forms, with his use of polished granite, steels, and woods.

The Broad is active in the community with its energetic events. It boasts a varying array of programs for all tastes. You can find the styles of music are most authentic to new modernistic sounds. With musicians that offer a genre full of wide range of hip-hop, electronica, indie, symphonic, and impressive Avante-Garde sounds showcased regularly in their events. Talks are also popular with this museum which hosts programs for the community to meet the artists and get to know their work and influences.

More than four hundred thousand people have attended the Broad Museum in Los Angeles and have given it high ratings. It is one of the most comprehensive museums that feature renown artists from all over the world. Whatever brings you the Broad Museum, you will have your senses stimulated by the Broad Collection, and this museum is definitely a must visit attraction in the Los Angeles area. The admission is Free for the public to enjoy the large contemporary facility, exhibits, and showcases. Special events, workshops, and programs vary on cost.

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11AM–5PM
Wednesday 11AM–5PM
Thursday 11AM–8PM
Friday 11AM–8PM
Saturday 10AM–8PM
Sunday 10AM–6PM

Address: 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

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