National Archives to house infamous Nazi papers
This morning we are learning that pages from the Nuremberg Laws are being handed over to the National Archives. These papers carried by Gen. George Patton out of Germany illegally and given to Huntington are being turned over to the government-run National Archives. “Had General Patton not taken these documents, they would have been part of [...]
Sunset Concerts at the Skirball – tips for a great evening
If you have ever attended a Sunset Concert at the Skirball Cultural Center, you know that it is an amazing, world-music filled evening. However, the logistics of it all can sometimes feel a bit daunting if you don’t know what you are getting yourself into. For info on upcoming concerts, click here. Here are some [...]
MAKING FACES Playful Portraits of People You Know by Hanoch Piven
Skirball Cultural Center presents MAKING FACES Playful Portraits of People You Know by Hanoch Piven March 10–July 18, 2010 Free admission Israeli artist makes witty caricatures from everyday objects Left: Albert Einstein, published in The Atlantic Monthly, 1998; light bulb, cables, gears, and gouache on paper. Right: Madonna. published in Ma’ariv, Israel, 2008; Hamsa, toy nun, [...]
Skirball Sunset Concert – last of season
This coming Thursday August 13, 2009 is the last Sunset Concert of the season at Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles near the Getty. Here’s some info on the concert coming up Thursday, be there around 6:30 to get in line, as each time slot allows about 100 people in at a time, to ensure [...]
Skirball Sunset Concerts Wild Magnolias
New Orleans Louisiana funkiest tribal jazz troupe Wild Magnolias at Skirball tonight, 8pm FREE! #sunsetconcerts Get there early More info: http://www.skirball.org/index.php?option=com_ccevents&scope=prgm&task=detail&oid=573 This disco ball is going up now. The Wild Magnolias Sunset Concerts Thursday, August 6, 8:00 p.m. ADMISSION: Free admission; no reservations Plentiful on-site parking: only $5 per car (cash only) No street parking [...]
Noah’s Ark Puppets Visit The Grove
Noah’s Ark Puppets Visit The Grove Tuesday, July 14, 2:00–4:00 p.m. ADMISSION: Free Be there when puppets from Noah’s Ark at the Skirball journey to The Grove for a delight-filled, family-friendly afternoon. Enjoy live music—At 2:30 p.m., hear a musical performance by Masanga Marimba, just one of the many great acts appearing as part of [...]
Danny Hillis and Dr. Robert Thurman at Skirball
We are happy to announce a program featuring Danny Hillis and Dr. Robert Thurman. We hope you are able to attend! Readings and Lectures Danny Hillis A CONVERSATION ON SCIENCE, ETHICS, AND RELIGION Robert Thurman and Danny Hillis Thursday, February 12, 8:00 pm In celebration of Charles Darwin’s 200th birthday, occurring on February 12, join preeminent figures [...]
DFR – Digital Family Reunion 2008 at The Skirball – recap
Following will be a recap of the Digital Family Reunion.
Digital Family Reunion
COME 1.0, COME ALL! On Thursday, December 11th from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, the Digital Family Reunion (DFR) is bringing the Southern California technology and business communities together for the holidays at the Skirball Cultural Center. In association with some of the region’s top trade associations and social networking groups, the DFR is throwing the holiday [...]
