Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles

Smithsonian MagazineSep 21

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a New Endeavor From the Creator of 'Star Wars,' Is a Story in Itself

Almost two decades in the making, the institution centers on art that shapes our everyday lives and reveals the craft behind it

new David Geffen Galleries has similar setup

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Los Angeles County Museum of ArtMuseumnew David Geffen Galleries has similar setup
Lucas Museum of Narrative ArtMuseumfive-story building with diverse art and film programs
Beatrix PotterSightThe beloved author of "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" also wrote diaries in code, sketched fungi and raised prize-winning…
Maurice SendakSightA new exhibition, the first of its kind since the artist's death, showcases his extensive but lesser-known body of work…
BanksySightpiece depicting a murderous lion
Frida KahloSightself-portrait hangs in view of dogs playing poker
Cassius Marcellus CoolidgeSightoil-on-canvas depicting dogs playing poker
Batman suitSightfrom The Dark Knight
George LucasSightfounder of the museum and Star Wars creator
Indiana Jones franchiseSightcreated by George Lucas
LucasfilmSightfounded by George Lucas
Eric GarcettiSightwooed Lucas to Los Angeles
Exposition ParkSuburbsite for the museum in Los Angeles
TaschenSightpublisher of Piccolo edition of Lucas Museum book
David HockneySightartist whose work may be in the museum
Norman RockwellSightartist whose work is displayed
Norman Rockwell MuseumMuseumpiece on loan from here
The Problem We All Live WithSightNorman Rockwell piece on loan
Butter Fine Art FairsFestivalweekend-long exhibitions highlighting African diaspora artistry
E.H. ShepardSight
Frank FrazettaSight
Georges MélièsSight
Dorothea LangeSight
Elsewhere
Presidio TrustSightSan Francisco, United Statesrejected Lucas' proposal in San Francisco
Rahm EmanuelSightChicago, United Stateschampioned the Chicago effort

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 17

The Best Airbnbs in Los Angeles for Beach Days, Star Spotting, and Plenty of Sunshine

Here's where to rest your head in the City of Angels.

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Griffith ObservatoryMuseumKiller city views from a plant-filled deck.
Hollywood HillsQuarterInfinity pool with mountain views.
MalibuNeighborhoodCliffside Airstream with canyon views.
Hollywood SignAttractionOriginally the Hollywoodland Sign, it is situated on Mount Lee, above Beachwood Canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains.
VeniceSuburbCharming cottage near Abbot Kinney.
Laurel CanyonNeighborhoodSerene, whitewashed three-bedroom with old LA vibes.
Abbot KinneyNeighborhoodOne block from shops and restaurants.
Venice canalsPublic artworkA 10-minute walk from an Airbnb.
Venice Beach BoardwalkParkA 20-minute walk from a Venice home.
Mosaic Tile HouseGalleryADMISSION Adults $20 12 & under & 90+ Free We also have a gift shop!
Abbot Kinney BoulevardNeighborhoodIt stretches from Washington Boulevard to Main Street, and its namesake is Abbot Kinney, a 19th century real estate…
Los Angeles County Museum of ArtMuseumLACMA is on Museum Row, adjacent to the La Brea Tar Pits.
Runyon CanyonNature reserveThe southern entrance to the park is located at the north end of Fuller Avenue in Hollywood.
Sunset BoulevardNeighborhoodIt is a major thoroughfare in the cities of Beverly Hills and West…
Hollywood Walk of FameSightThe stars are…
Venice SignAttraction
Beyond Baroque FoundationSight
Penmar Golf CourseSight
Museum of FlyingMuseum
Mitch’s House from BaywatchSight
Venice Beach volleyball courtsSight
Paramount Pictures Studio TourAttraction
Bronson CavesSight
Hollywood Sign LookoutSight
Mulholland Scenic OverlookViewpoint

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The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a New Endeavor From the Creator of 'Star Wars,' Is a Story in Itself

The Best Airbnbs in Los Angeles for Beach Days, Star Spotting, and Plenty of Sunshine