Issues to do: L.A. and Orange County museums in January

“Mapping Fiction” on the Huntington, new “Hammer Tasks” by Ho Tzu Nyen and noé olivas and a salute to a little-known Black comic-book superhero at UCR Arts lead our January record of exhibitions throughout Southern California.

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‘how we’re in time and area: Nancy Buchanan, Marcia Hafif, and Barbara T. Smith’
Works by the three veteran artists and longtime buddies shall be on show Jan. 28 via June 12. Armory Heart for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Open by appointment, Friday-Sunday solely. Free. armoryarts.org

‘Daisy Hightower: An Set up by Rosalyn Myles’
The L.A.-based artist celebrates her maternal grandmother on this mixed-media set up on view Jan. 30 via Could 8. Additionally on view: “Diedrick Brackens: heaven is a muddy riverbed,” exploring the L.A-based weaver and poet’s recurring use of the catfish as a motif (Jan. 30 via Could 8); “Jaishri Abichandani: Flower-Headed Kids,” a survey of figurative sculptures and painted portraits by the New York-based artist (Jan. 30 via Could 8); “Witch Craft: Rethinking Energy,” Zimbabwean artist Moffat Takadiwa explores the intersection of African politics and spirituality in a sequence of latest assemblages (via Jan. 9); “Pouya Afshar: The Appeal of the Unfamiliar,” multimedia works by the animator and visible artist analyzing the immigrant expertise (via Jan. 9); “Consuelo Flores: The Roots of Our Resistance,” an altar by the L.A.-based artist devoted to Black and Latinx communities affected by COVID-19 (via Jan. 9). Craft Up to date, 5814 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Thursdays-Sundays. $7, $9; Sundays are pay what you may; reservations required. craftcontemporary.org

‘Hammer Tasks: Ho Tzu Nyen’
The artist interrogates the advanced relationship between North and South Korea within the two-channel video and sound set up “The forty ninth Hexagram,” on view Jan. 23 via Could 8. Additionally on view: “Hammer Tasks: noé olivas,” the L.A.–based mostly multidisciplinary artist celebrates the facility of group and collaboration within the site-specific multimedia set up “Let’s Pray” (Jan. 15 via Could 8); “Hammer Tasks: David Hartt,” multimedia set up that examines tradition, geography and colonial histories within the Americas in the course of the Nineteenth century (via Jan. 2); “Houseguest: Shadows Fall Down,” drawings from the collections of the Hammer and the UCLA Grunwald Heart for the Graphic Arts (via Jan. 2); “No People Concerned,” seven rising artists and collectives discover race, gender, class and sexuality as seen — or distorted — via the lens of Western humanism on this exhibit (via Jan. 9). UCLA Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood. Closed Mondays. Free; reservations required. (310) 443-7000. hammer.ucla.edu

‘Mapping Fiction’
The geographies of fictional worlds created by such authors as James Joyce, Lewis Carroll, Robert Louis Stevenson, J.R.R. Tolkien and Octavia E. Butler are explored on this exhibit on view Jan. 15 via Could 2. Additionally on view: Kehinde Wiley’s “A Portrait of a Younger Gentleman,” a newly commissioned portray impressed by Gainsborough’s 18th century masterpiece “The Blue Boy” (via Jan. 3); “A Backyard of Phrases: The Calligraphy of Liu Fang Yuan,” concluding installment of this two-part exhibition showcasing up to date Chinese language calligraphy (Jan. 29 via Could 26). Huntington Library, Artwork Museum, and Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Street, San Marino. Closed Tuesdays. $13-$29; youngsters youthful than 4 are free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (626) 405-2100. huntington.org

‘How Do You See This World?: The Artwork of Almighty God’
This retrospective of work by Ghanaian artist Kwame Akoto is on show Jan. 16 via Could 8. UCLA Fowler Museum, 308 Charles E. Younger Drive North, Westwood. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. (310) 825-4361. fowler.ucla.edu

‘Ebon: Worry of a Black Planet’
John Jennings and Stacey Robinson, collectively generally known as Black Kirby, salute one of many first Black comic-book superheroes on this exhibition on view Jan. 29 via June 19. Additionally on view: “Jazz Greats: Basic Pictures from the Financial institution of America Assortment,” photographs of legendary singers and musicians (Jan. 29 via April 3); “Pachappa Camp: The First Koreatown in America,” the temporary historical past of this early twentieth century group of Korean American agricultural staff and their households is recalled by way of images, maps, paperwork and different ephemera (via Jan. 9); “Brandon Lattu: Empirical, Textural, Contextual,” the primary U.S. survey of works by the photographer and visible artist (via Jan. 9); “Lynne Marsh: Who Raised It Up So Many Instances?” The primary-ever complete U.S. solo exhibition of video installations by the Canadian artist (via Jan. 9.); “Analogues: Travon Free,” images by the comic and Oscar-winning filmmaker seize final summer time’s road demonstrations in L.A. in response to the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis (via Jan. 16); “Elevate Your Head: Bruce Davidson and the Evolution of Seeing,” a survey of documentary-style photographic photographs (via Jan. 16). UCR Arts (California Museum of Pictures, Culver Heart of the Arts), 3824-34 Predominant St., Riverside. Open Thursdays-Sundays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. ucrarts.ucr.edu

‘The Cultivators: Highlights From the Kinsey African American Artwork and Historical past Assortment’
The achievements of Black People via the centuries are celebrated on this survey of work, sculpture, images, and so forth. on view Jan. 15 via March 27. Weisman Museum, Pepperdine College, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu. Open Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. arts.pepperdine.edu

‘All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives’
Jewellery and equipment utilized in Disney and twentieth Century Studios movies, together with “Aladdin,” “Titanic,” “Pollyanna” and “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement,” are featured on this special-ticketed exhibition on view via June 19. Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Predominant St., Santa Ana. Closed Mondays. “All That Glitters”: $10-$25 (consists of museum admission); basic admission: $10-$15; youngsters youthful than 12 are free; advance buy really useful. (714) 567-3600. bowers.org

‘Mixpantli: Area, Time, and the Indigenous Origins of Mexico’ and ‘Mixpantli: Up to date Echoes’
The mixing of Mesoamerican and European civilizations that started 5 centuries in the past is seen from the angle of Mexico’s Indigenous peoples on this exhibit that pairs colonial-era work with historical artifacts (via Could 1), whereas a companion exhibit showcases current works, together with an interactive map of Southern California’s historic Native American communities (via June 12). Additionally on view: “The Obama Portraits Tour,” portraits of former President Obama and former First Woman Michelle Obama, commissioned from Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald, respectively, for the Nationwide Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. (via Jan. 2); “Yoshitomo Nara,” three-decade survey of works by the Japanese artist (via Jan. 2); “Within the Now: Gender and Nation in Europe,” works by up to date girls photographers from Europe (via Feb. 13).. Los Angeles County Museum of Artwork, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Closed Wednesdays. $10-$25; ages 12 and youthful are free; reductions accessible to L.A. County residents. (323) 857-6010. lacma.org

‘Ruth Gruber: Photojournalist’
Photographs taken by the globetrotting photographer, journalist and humanitarian are on show via April 13. Additionally on view: “Violins of Hope,” a choice of stringed devices that after belonged to Holocaust survivors and victims (via Jan. 8. Holocaust Museum LA, 100 the Grove Drive, L.A. Open Thursdays-Sundays. $10, $15; college students and California residents with legitimate ID, free; advance timed-entry tickets required. holocaustmuseumla.org

‘Alex Gardner: We All Exist Proper Now’
The Lengthy Seashore native explores the interplay of individuals and areas in work on show via Could 1. Additionally on view: “California Landscapes: Alternatives From the Everlasting Assortment” and “Current Acquisitions 2019-2021” (via Could 1). Lengthy Seashore Museum of Artwork, 2300 E. Ocean Blvd., Lengthy Seashore. Open Thursdays-Sundays. $10, $12; ages 12 and youthful are free. (562) 439-2119. lbma.org

‘Brilliance: The Artwork and Science of Uncommon Jewels’
This new exhibit exploring the assorted makes use of of gems and minerals shall be on show via Feb. 21. “Turning into Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall,“ a particular multimedia exhibit charting the life and profession of the famend primatologist and activist (via April 17; extra $6-$10 payment required) . Pure Historical past Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd., L.A. Closed Tuesday. $8-$17; ages 2 and youthful are free; reservations really useful, walk-ups welcome. (213) 763-DINO. nhm.org

‘Princess Diana Exhibition: Accredited Entry’
Photographs of the onetime Princess of Wales and her household, taken by veteran royal photographer Anwar Hussein and his sons Zak and Samir, are on show. Santa Monica Place, 315 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. $17-$25. feverup.com

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Academy Museum of Movement Photos
The Academy of Movement Image Arts and Sciences’ newly opened shrine to all issues cinema options reveals exploring the artwork and craft of filmmaking, historic memorabilia together with props and costumes, plus film screenings, movie sequence and artist talks. 6067 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open day by day. $15-$25; ages 17 and youthful are free. Reservations required. (323) 930-3000. academymuseum.org

‘Thoughts+Matter: 5 Bay Space Sculptors
Greater than 80 works by Robert Brady, Arthur Gonzalez, Beverly Mayeri, Nancy Selvin and Richard ShawWorks by the L.A. ceramicist shall be on view via Jan. 23Dec. 19. Additionally on view: “Thoughts+Matter,” works by 5 sculptors from the Bay Space “Don Reitz: Life Is Not a Gown Rehearsal,” the work of the ceramicist generally known as “Mr. Salt” for his position in reviving the salt-fire custom (via Feb. 20); “The Artists of Mettlach,” showcasing ceramic painters from that Villeroy & Boch manufacturing unit (via July)
. American Museum of Ceramic Artwork, 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. Open Fridays-Sundays. $5, $7; 12 and youthful, free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (909) 865-3146. amoca.org

‘The Silent West”
Film posters from the silent movie period. Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Approach, Griffith Park, L.A. Closed Mondays. $6-$14; youngsters youthful than 3 are free; reservations accessible on-line; walk-ups allowed. (323) 667-2000. theautry.org

‘Sahara: Acts of Reminiscence’
Works by graphic designer Amir Berbić recalling his household’s life in a camp for Bosnian refugees in Denmark within the Nineteen Nineties shall be on view via Feb. 27. Benton Museum of Artwork, Pomona Faculty, 120 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays. Free; reservations required. pomona.edu

‘Since Unveiling: Chosen Acquisitions of a Decade’
Works by John Baldessari, Julie Mehretu, et al., added to the Broad assortment over the past 10 years, shall be on show via April 3. The Broad, 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown L.A. Open Wednesday-Sunday. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required; no on-site standby line. (213) 232-6200. thebroad.org

‘LaToya Ruby Frazier: The Final Cruze’
The artist paperwork the 2019 shuttering of an auto plant in Ohio and its impact on the native working-class group in images, video and an architectural set up on this exhibit that shall be on view via March 20. Additionally on view: “April Bey: Atlantica, The Gilda Area” (via Jan. 17); “Sanford Biggers: Codeswitch,” quilt-based works by the New York artist discover African American historical past and traditions (via Jan. 23). California African American Museum, 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A. Closed Mondays. Free. (213) 744-7432. caamuseum.org

‘Gifted: Accumulating the Artwork of California at Gardena Excessive College, 1919-1956’
Examples of early twentieth century California Impressionist work by noteworthy artists; via Jan. 9. California Museum of Artwork Thousand Oaks on the Oaks, 350 W. Hillcrest Drive. Open Friday-Sunday. Free. (805) 405-5240. cmato.org

‘Fireplace! Science & Security’
This new everlasting exhibit is designed to coach guests on easy methods to mitigate in addition to reply to fireplace risks at house. California Science Heart, 700 Exposition Park Drive, L.A. Open day by day. Everlasting reveals are free; particular reveals, together with the present Lego artwork present and IMAX movies, differ in worth. Reservations required. (323) 724-3623. californiasciencecenter.org

‘Titanic: Actual Artifacts, Actual Individuals, Actual Tales’
The maritime catastrophe is revisited via images and private results; via Feb. 13. Catalina Island Museum, 217 Metropole Ave., Avalon. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. $15, $17; youngsters 15 and youthful are free with a paying grownup; advance buy really useful. catalinamuseum.org

‘Jewellery and Concord: Highlights From the Episodes’
Handcrafted jewellery and musical devices seen in or impressed by the PBS sequence “Craft in America,” on show via March 19. Craft in America Heart, 8415 W. third St., L.A. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays. Free. craftinamerica.org

‘The Science of Gingerbread’
This holiday-themed exhibit with hands-on actions is on view via Jan. 2. Discovery Dice Los Angeles, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar; Discovery Dice Orange County, 2500 N. Predominant St., Santa Ana. Open Thursdays-Sundays. $13.95-$19.95; advance timed entry tickets required. discoverycube.org

‘Expertise 49: blue/s’
The colour blue in all its permutations is explored by way of portray, sculpture, images, collage, soundscapes and site-specific installations on this group exhibition on view via March 26. ESMoA (El Segundo Museum of Artwork), 208 Predominant St., El Segundo. Open Fridays and Saturdays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (424) 277-1020. esmoa.org

‘Pipilotti Rist: Huge Heartedness, Be My Neighbor’
This survey of movies, installations and sculptures by the Swiss multimedia artist shall be on view via June 6. The Geffen Up to date at MOCA, 152 N. Central Ave., Little Tokyo, downtown L.A. Open Wednesdays-Mondays. Particular ticketed exhibition prices $10-$18 (advance buy required; every ticket is sweet for a free second go to); youngsters youthful than 12, free. (213) 626-6222. moca.org

‘Current Acquisitions 2021: Accumulating for the Museum’
On view via Feb. 27. Additionally on view: “Fluxus Means Change: Jean Brown’s Avant-Garde Archive,” paintings and ephemera tied to the Sixties-era experimental artwork motion Fluxus (via Jan. 2); “Nineteenth-Century Work and Sculptures,” works by Van Gogh, Rodin and others from the Getty’s everlasting assortment, usually housed in separate galleries, shall be exhibited collectively whereas exhibition areas within the West Pavilion are closed for renovations (via Jan. 2); “Holbein: Capturing Character within the Renaissance,” that includes portraits of royals, courtiers, students and different once-prominent figures painted by German artist Hans Holbein the Youthful (via Jan. 9). Getty Heart, Sepulveda Boulevard and Getty Heart Drive, L.A. Closed Mondays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (310) 440-7300. getty.edu

‘Rubens: Picturing Antiquity’
Drawings, oil sketches and monumental work by the Flemish artist are displayed alongside Greek, Roman and Etruscan artwork from the museum’s assortment on this exhibit on view via Jan. 24. The Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades. Closed Tuesdays. Free; advance reservations required. (310) 440-7300. getty.edu

‘Motown: The Sound of Younger America’
The storied file label is well known via stage costumes, musical devices and extra; on view although January. Grammy Museum, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., L.A. Open Friday-Sunday. $13, $15; ages 5 and beneath are free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (213) 765-6800. grammymuseum.org

‘Witch Hunt’
Co-presented by the UCLA Hammer Museum and the Institute of Up to date Artwork, Los Angeles, this worldwide group exhibition of works by feminine artists explores the worldwide influence of systemic patriarchy and colonialism on girls, the LGBTQ group and Indigenous peoples. On view at each establishments via Jan. 9. Hammer, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood; closed Mondays; free; reservations required; (310) 443-7000. hammer.ucla.edu. ICA L.A., 1717 E. seventh St., L.A.; open Wednesdays-Sundays; free; (213) 928-0833, theicala.org

‘The Interactive StoryFile of Lawson Iichiro Sakai’
This new high-tech interactive exhibit permits guests to “converse” with the extremely embellished World Conflict II veteran. Additionally on view: “A Life in Items: The Diary and Letters of Stanley Hayami,” an exhibition honoring the younger man who, regardless of being unjustly incarcerated by the U.S. authorities throughout World Conflict II, went on to serve in a extremely embellished Military unit composed of Japanese American troopers (via Jan. 9). Japanese American Nationwide Museum, 100 N. Central Ave., downtown L.A. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. $7, $16; reservations really useful, walk-ups accessible. (213) 625-0414. janm.org

‘Kumihimo: The Artwork of Japanese Silk Braiding by Domyo’
The historical past of this ornamental artwork, which dates to the sixth century, is traced on this exhibit on view via March 6. Japan Home Los Angeles, Hollywood & Highland, Degree 2 Gallery, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Open day by day. Free. japanhousela.com

‘Mammoths and Mastodons’
Fossils and reveals recall the prehistoric mammals that after referred to as Southern California house. La Brea Tar Pits and Web page Museum, 5801 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Wednesday via Sunday. $7-$15; California lecturers and EBT cardholders, energetic and retired army, and children 2 and youthful are free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (213) 763-3499. tarpits.org

‘Patriotism in Battle: Preventing for Nation and Comunidad’
The Chicano Moratorium, wherein tens of 1000’s of Mexican American citizen-activists took to the streets of East L.A. in August 1970 to protest the Vietnam Conflict and its influence on their communities, is revisited on this exhibition that includes archival images, movies, printed supplies and ephemera; on view via June 19. Additionally on view: “Carlos Almaraz: Evolution of Type,” an exhibition exploring the Chicano artist’s adolescence to disclose influences on his type and kind (via Jan. 9). LA Plaza de Cultural y Artes, 501 N. Predominant St., downtown L.A. Thursday-Sundays. Free; reservations urged. (213) 542-6200. lapca.org

‘Household Album: Dannielle Bowman, Janna Eire, and Up to date Works from LACMA’
Photographs by artists of shade impressed by the visible language of household images shall be on view via June 5. LACMA’s Charles White Elementary College Gallery, 2401 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Saturdays solely. Free. lacma.org

‘Any-On the spot-No matter’
Offered as a part of Laguna Artwork Museum’s 2021 Artwork & Nature Competition, this video set up by Rebeca Méndez that paperwork the sky above Los Angeles throughout winter 2019-20 and the companion exhibit “Sky Area Time Change,” that includes works from the museum’s everlasting assortment, shall be on view via April 25. Additionally on view: “A Fanciful World: Jessie Arms Botke,” works by the twentieth century California painter recognized for her brightly coloured research of unique birds and flowers (via Jan. 16); “Matthew Rolston, Artwork Individuals: The Pageant Portraits,” large-scale, high-resolution images impressed by the tableaux vivant displays at Laguna Seashore’s annual Pageant of the Masters (via Jan. 2). Laguna Artwork Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Seashore. Closed Wednesdays. $9, $12; youngsters 12 and youthful are free. (949) 494-8971. lagunaartmuseum.org

‘Pulling the Solar Again — Xa’aa Peshii Nehiino Taame’
The cultural heritage of L.A.’s authentic inhabitants, the Tongva folks, is well known on this site-specific out of doors set up created by artist Mercedes Dorame in collaboration with architectural designer Lilliana Castro; via Jan. 31. Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1315 N. Spring St., downtown L.A. Open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. day by day. Free. clockshop.org

‘Andy Warhol: Alternatives From the Luckman Everlasting Assortment’
Greater than 70 works by the enduring Pop artist are on view via Feb. 21. Luckman Gallery, Luckman Effective Arts Complicated, Cal State Los Angeles, 5151 State College Drive. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. luckmanarts.org

‘June Edmonds: Full Spectrum’
This survey of works by the L.A.-based artist is on view via Feb. 20. Laband Artwork Gallery, Burns Effective Arts Heart, Loyola Marymount College, 1 LMU Drive, L.A. Open Saturdays-Sundays. Free; reservations required; no walk-ups. (310) 338-2880. cfa.lmu.edu

‘Jennifer Packer: Each Shut Eye Ain’t Sleep’
New and up to date work by the New York artist; via Feb. 21. Additionally on view: “Proof: Alternatives From the Everlasting Assortment” and “Making Area: Current Pictures Acquisitions” (via Feb. 21). MoCA, 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown L.A. Open Thursdays-Sundays. Free; particular exhibitions, $10, $18. (213) 626-6222. moca.org

‘Gabriella Sanchez: Partial Photos’
Works by the L.A.-based painter and graphic designer, on view via January. Additionally on view: “Judy Baca: Memorias de Nuestra Tierra, a Retrospective,” works by the acclaimed Chicana muralist, educator and activist (via January). Museum of Latin American Artwork, 628 Alamitos Ave., Lengthy Seashore. Open Tuesdays-Fridays. $7, $10; youthful than 12, free; advance buy urged. molaa.org

‘Manet’s Philosophers’
A trio of large-scale portraits by the Nineteenth century French painter, one from the Norton Simon assortment and two on mortgage from the Artwork Institute of Chicago, are on show via Feb. 28. Additionally on view: “Unseen Picasso,” a choice of not often exhibited prints by the Spanish artist (via Jan. 10). Norton Simon Museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Closed Tuesdays-Wednesdays. $12-$15; college students, energetic army and ages 18 and youthful are free. (626) 449-6840. nortonsimon.org

‘The Fashionable Chair’
Examples of cutting-edge chair design from the early twentieth century to the current day shall be on show via April 3. Palm Springs Artwork Museum Structure and Design Heart, 300 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Closed Mondays-Wednesdays. $5. psmuseum.org

‘Bond in Movement’
Particular exhibition that includes vehicles, bikes, boats and different automobiles utilized in James Bond movies via the a long time; via Oct. 30. Additionally on view: “Prototype Giants,” a particular exhibition exploring the historical past and legacy of Porsche’s 956 and 962 race vehicles (via Jan. 14). Petersen Automotive Museum, 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Particular exhibition payment: $40-$65 (consists of admission to the remainder of the museum); common admission: $11-$16; youngsters youthful than 4 are free; advance buy required. (323) 930-2277. petersen.org

‘Black Quantum Futurism: CPT Reversal’
The idea of time is explored on this multimedia exhibit offered by the Black Quantum Futurism Collective, a collaboration amongst artists Camae Ayewa (a.okay.a. Moor Mom) and Rasheedah Phillips; on view via March 5. The Gallery at REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., downtown L.A. Closed Mondays. Free. redcat.org

‘The place Do We Go From Right here?’
This public artwork exhibition that includes works by up to date artists who establish as girls and folks of shade is on view via March 1. 7 Predominant, 700 S. Predominant St., L.A. Trend District. Obtainable anytime. Free. fashiondistrict.org

‘Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds’
This particular exhibit that includes props, fashions and costumes from the long-running science fiction franchise is on view via Feb. 20. Skirball Cultural Heart, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A. Closed Mondays. Particular exhibition pricing: $13-$18; admission is free for everybody on Thursdays and for youngsters youthful than 2 day-after-day; advance timed-entry tickets required. (310) 440-4500. skirball.org

‘Cauleen Smith: Within the Wake NFT’
Brief video-based works by the L.A.-based artist are on view on an out of doors digital billboard via March 31, alongside work by Catherine Opie (via Feb. 29) and Pipilotti Rist (via June 6). Sundown Spectacular, Sundown Boulevard and Sherbourne Drive, West Hollywood. Anytime. Free. tomwiscombe.com

‘Intervention: Recent Views After 50 Years’
New works by seven up to date Asian American artists created to interrogate the museum’s current assortment of Asian and Pacific Island artwork are on view via Feb. 6. USC Pacific Asia Museum, 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. $7, $10; free for ages 17 and youthful, and each second Sunday of the month; advance tickets really useful. (626) 787-2680. pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu

‘Golden Hour: California Pictures From the Los Angeles County Museum of Artwork’
The Vincent Worth Artwork Museum reopens with this touring exhibit of works by greater than 70 artists and images collectives, on view via Feb. 5. Additionally on view: the video installations “Paraíso” by Tamara Rosenblum and “Liquid Mild” by Javier Tapia and Camilo Ontiveros (via Feb. 5). VPAM, East Los Angeles Faculty, 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park. Open Wednesdays-Saturdays. Free. (323) 265-8841. vincentpriceartmuseum.org

‘Questionable Historical past’
Photographs of Vladimir Lenin from the museum’s assortment are juxtaposed with up to date works depicting the previous Soviet premier on this exhibition on view via March 20. Wende Museum, 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver Metropolis. Open Friday-Sunday. Free; reservations required. (310) 216-1600. wendemuseum.org