The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA)

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Alexander Apóstol: Regime: Dramatis Personae

Black-and-white portraits by Venezuelan artist Alexander Apóstol cast the archetypal roles of Latin American populist and authoritarian political theatre.

Now showing20 Sept – 3 Jan 2027

In These Times: Recent Acquisitions at MOCA

Five years of major purchases and gifts, from Julie Mehretu and Henry Taylor to Suzanne Jackson and Charles Gaines, grouped by theme across the galleries.

Now showing20 Sept – 3 Jan 2027

Julian Charrière: Deep End

Immersive environments by Julian Charrière on water systems and planetary fragility, including a new commission for the inaugural Schmidt Environment and Art Prize.

Upcoming15 Nov – 6 Jun 2027

Cecilia Vicuña: The Dream of Water: Quipu of Encounters Maricunga

A new Schmidt Prize commission by Chilean artist Cecilia Vicuña: a collaborative 'quipu of encounters' on the water crisis, linking communities in Chile and LA.

Upcoming15 Nov – 6 Jun 2027

Afterlives: Japanese American Artists and the Postwar Era

Japanese American artists, photographers and designers whose lives were upended by wartime incarceration, and the postwar work that followed.

Upcoming23 Feb 2027 – 12 Sept 2027

Permanent Collections

Nancy Rubins: Chas' Stainless Steel, Mark Thompson's Airplane Parts... (2002)

Nancy Rubins' giant burst of scrapped airplane parts on steel cables, reinstalled outdoors in front of The Geffen Contemporary in Little Tokyo in 2019.

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Visitor Information

Is The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) free to visit?

Yes, general admission to The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA)?

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) is open MOCA Grand Avenue: Tue, Wed, Fri 11:00-17:00; Thu 11:00-20:00; Sat-Sun 11:00-18:00; closed Mondays. Closed 4 July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day; closes at 15:00 on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve 2026. Free entry, advance reservations recommended. The Geffen Contemporary (152 N Central Ave, Little Tokyo) is temporarily closed for installation; its WAREHOUSE programmes resume 18 Sept 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA)?

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) is located at 250 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United States, in the Downtown area of Los Angeles. The nearest stations are Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill (Metro A & E Lines, 1-2 min walk), Civic Center/Grand Park (Metro B & D Lines, ~10 min walk) and Pershing Square (Metro B & D Lines, ~10 min walk).

What can I see at The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA)?

LA's artist-founded contemporary art museum: Isozaki's red sandstone galleries on Bunker Hill, with free general admission. Current highlights include Alexander Apóstol: Regime: Dramatis Personae, Julian Charrière: Deep End and In These Times: Recent Acquisitions at MOCA.

Do I need to book The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) in advance?

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA) is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA)?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.