Drawing on Jewish values and tradition, the Skirball presents a wide array of public programs for people of all cultural backgrounds. Explore our upcoming offerings below and join us for experiences that promote hope, discovery, and connection.
Photo by Mercie Ghimire
Hanukkah Festival
Sunday, December 15
Join us for music, storytelling, food, art making, and a community candle lighting.
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Howard I. Friedman Memorial Graduate Essay Prize: Electric Yiddishkeit
Tuesday, December 3, 7:00 pm
Gain new perspectives on the American Jewish experience as the Skirball awards the 2023–24 Friedman Prize to Alona Bach, author of the essay “Electric Yiddishkeit.” Includes gallery admission and post-event wine/dessert reception.
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Short Films by Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg
Sunday, December 8, 7:00 pm
Join Emmy-nominated filmmakers and artists Tiffany Shlain and Ken Goldberg for an artist-led gallery tour of their Getty PST ART: Art & Science Collide exhibition at the Skirball, and view a collection of their insightful short films exploring subjects ranging from technology to tradition and Judaism.
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Compassionate Conversations: A Kids Book About Israel & Palestine with author Reza Aslan
Tuesday, December 10, 7:30 pm
Hear esteemed author and scholar Reza Aslan discuss his newest work of nonfiction A Kids Book About Israel & Palestine with Emory University’s Miriam Udel.
