LACMA's new David Geffen Galleries, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Peter Zumthor, are now open to the public. The building features a single-floor, sculptural form made of architectural concrete and glass, with natural light and transparency that encourages visitors to explore 6,000 years of art and culture. In collaboration with the American Institute of Architects Los Angeles, LACMA is hosting a series of free workshops on May 15-17, including guided walks, drawing sessions, and landscape tours, to help visitors engage with the building's architecture and design.
These workshops matter because they offer the public a rare, hands-on opportunity to understand and appreciate the architectural innovations of a major new museum building. By combining mindful observation, drawing techniques, and landscape exploration, the program deepens visitors' connection to both the art inside and the building itself, reinforcing LACMA's role as a cultural landmark on the Miracle Mile. The collaboration with AIA Los Angeles also highlights the importance of architectural education in the museum experience.