Exhibition Opening—Spring 2025

People gather in Ruby Commons at the Skirball talking amongst themselves with refreshments. — Photo by Lindsey Best

Get a sneak peek or join us for opening day of our spring exhibitions! Enjoy FREE admission to two new exhibitions, mingle with artists and curators, take a spotlight tour (or two!), stroll through our oasis, and more.

Date and Time

Opening Eve: Wednesday, April 30, 7:00–9:00 pm
Opening Day: Thursday, May 1, 12:00–5:00 pm

Pricing and Details

RESERVE EVENING ADMISSION (APR 30)RESERVE DAYTIME GENERAL ADMISSION (MAY 1)RESERVE DAYTIME NOAH'S ARK ADMISSION (MAY 1)

FREE

Please note: General Admission does not include Noah’s Ark, which requires timed-entry tickets. Limited time slots for Noah's Ark may be available at check-in. Noah's Ark will not be open during the evening of April 30.

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About the Program

Welcome the opening of two new exhibitions at the Skirball! Get a sneak peek the night before or join us for the opening day of Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity and Away in the Catskills: Summers, Sour Cream, and Dirty Dancing.

During the evening of April 30, enjoy a DJ set, partake in sips and snacks, and mingle with artists and curators. On opening day, May 1, go on special spotlight tours, enjoy lunch in Zeidler's Café, and much more!

Opening Eve (Wednesday, April 30, 7:00–9:00 pm)

Evening Activities

Mingle with artists, curators, and special guests throughout the evening.
See new exhibitions Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity and Away in the Catskills: Summers, Sour Cream, and Dirty Dancing. (Milken and Hurd Galleries)
Don’t miss new garments from Diane von Furstenberg’s Spring 2025 Odyssey collection, recently added to the current exhibition Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion. (Getty Gallery)
Discover Common Ground by Adam Silverman. (Ruby Commons)
Relate your history to the permanent exhibition Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America.
Listen to tunes by our guest DJ. (Founders Courtyard)

Scheduled Activities

8:00 pm | Hear welcome remarks by Skirball President and CEO Jessie Kornberg. (Founders Courtyard)

Dining and Shopping

Sips and snacks—Grab a signature cocktail and a bite to eat. (Founders Courtyard)
Audrey's Museum Store—Shop for exhibition-related gifts and memorabilia, plus jewelry, books, and more.

Opening Day (Thursday, May 1, 12:00–5:00 pm)

Daylong Activities

See new exhibitions Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity and Away in the Catskills: Summers, Sour Cream, and Dirty Dancing. (Milken and Hurd Galleries)
Don’t miss new garments from Diane von Furstenberg’s Spring 2025 Odyssey collection, recently added to the current exhibition Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion. (Getty Gallery)
Discover Common Ground by Adam Silverman. (Ruby Commons)
Climb aboard Noah’s Ark at the Skirball. Reserve in advance or ask about available times at the front desk.
Inspired by DVF, collage a miniature outfit out of unexpected materials. (Family Art Studio)
Touch and feel ancient artifacts at the Hands on History cart. (Roaming)
Relate your history to the permanent exhibition Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America.
Explore our oasis with a brand new walking guide.

Scheduled Activities

1:00 pm | Take a docent-led public tour of Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion. (Getty Gallery)

Be sure to check back soon as artists and curators confirm additional spotlight tours!

Dining and Shopping

Zeidler’s Café—Enjoy a relaxing sit-down lunch (reservations recommended).
Judy’s Counter—Partake in grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and snacks.
Audrey's Museum Store—Shop for exhibition-related gifts and memorabilia, plus jewelry, books, and more.