The Moment of Alliums
It is the week of return—of the vernal equinox, and of the shooting stars—the blue blue-violet alliums in Robert Irwin’s Central Garden at the... Read More
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A Touching Experience: Exploring Art with Blind and Low Sighted Visitors
I wouldn’t have become a museum educator if I didn’t believe in the potential magic of an art museum. I’ve had enough experiences at... Read More
Honey, They’re Playing Our Painting
Many couples have a favorite song, a tune that conjures up memories of blissful infatuation and unending devotion. Elia and Maranatha have a painting.... Read More
Let Me Tell You a Story: Docent Tours That Entertain and Educate
If you’re planning to visit the Getty this holiday, you may be surprised to learn that we have no tour guides. Instead, we have... Read More
Winter in the Central Garden
The Getty’s outdoor spaces are never more beautiful than in the colder months.
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In the Sketching Gallery, It’s Time to Create
Sketch from the masters in a friendly, unthreatening space.
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A Curator Undercover at the Museum Info Desk
As the Getty Museum’s senior curator of paintings, I feel it is incumbent on me to walk through the galleries almost every day, speaking... Read More
Museum Educators Get Creative with Focus Tours
Three o’clock is a good time to be at the Getty Villa. Depending on the time of year, the afternoon light might be streaming... Read More
Exploring the Herb Garden at the Getty Villa
Visit the Getty Villa's herb garden for a peaceful stop on your tour.
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SCVNGR Hunts in L.A. Museums
The American Association of Museums annual conference is in Los Angeles this week. In between sessions and schmoozing, AAM is hoping that conference attendees... Read More
Celebrate National Public Gardens Day with Us
A great excuse to get out there and enjoy our local green spaces!
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Ladybugs in the Central Garden
One way we care for our gardens.
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