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

Fantastical works by an acclaimed Japanese artist, a glance again at a submerged prehistoric Los Angeles and an exploration of frescoes in Renaissance-era Rome make our Might record of exhibitions throughout Southern California.

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‘Costume Codes’
Iconic western style, from blue denims to conventional Mexican clothes, is spotlighted in an exhibit of clothes, textiles, artwork and artifacts on show starting Might 22. Additionally on view: “The Silent West,” film posters from the silent movie period (ongoing). Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Manner, 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

‘Tumbling Rose’
Painter and sculptor Iva Gueorguieva and dance artist Emma Portner’s large-scale, multimedia collaboration exploring the interconnectedness of portray, sound, dance and movie, is on view by way of Might 8 and features a reside dance efficiency on Might 3. Benton Museum of Artwork, Pomona Faculty, 120 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont; open Tuesdays-Saturdays. Free; reservations required. pomona.edu

‘Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow’
Colourful work, sculpture and immersive environments created by the acclaimed Japanese artist are displayed on this particular exhibit on view Might 21 by way of Sept. 25. Additionally on view: the particular exhibition “This Is Not America’s Flag,” that includes works by greater than 20 artists together with Alfredo Jaar and Jasper Johns (Might 21 by way of Sept 25). The Broad, 221 S. Grand Ave., downtown L.A. Open Wednesday-Sunday. Normal admission: free; particular exhibition pricing: $12, $18, free for ages 17 and below; advance timed-entry tickets required; no on-site standby line. (213) 232-6200. thebroad.org

‘Many’
Works by 12 L.A.-based multimedia artists artists are on view Might 29 by way of Sept. 11. Additionally on view: the companion exhibit “Many Extra,” specializing in prints (Might 29 by way of Sept. 11); “The Sum of the Elements: Dimensions in Quilting,” textile and multimedia works (Might 29 by way of Sept. 11); “Daisy Hightower: An Set up by Rosalyn Myles,” mixed-media set up (by way of Might 8); “Diedrick Brackens: heaven is a muddy riverbed,” exploring the L.A-based weaver and poet’s recurring use of the catfish as a motif (by way of Might 8); “Jaishri Abichandani: Flower-Headed Kids,” a survey of figurative sculptures and painted portraits by the New York-based artist (by way of Might 8). Craft Up to date, 5814 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Thursdays-Sundays. $7, $9; Sundays are pay what you may; reservations required. craftcontemporary.org

‘Expertise 51: Time’
This immersive multimedia collage created by Rick Carter and that includes works by eight different visitor artists is on view Might 5 by way of Sept. 17. ESMoA (El Segundo Museum of Artwork), 208 Fundamental St., El Segundo. Open Thursday-Saturday. Free. (424) 277-1020. esmoa.org

‘The Misplaced Murals of Renaissance Rome’
The historical past of the dramatic narrative frescoes that had been as soon as commonplace within the Everlasting Metropolis are explored on this exhibit on view Might 31 by way of Sept. 4. Additionally on view: The companion exhibit “Judy Baca: Hitting the Wall,” detailing the creation of the artist’s famed mural on a downtown L.A. freeway underpass Might 31 by way of Sept. 4; “Poussin and the Dance,” work by the influential seventeenth century French artist plus dance movies created by native choreographers (by way of Might 8); “Painted Prophecy: The Hebrew Bible Via Christian Eyes,” illuminated manuscripts from the Center Ages that study religion teams’ understanding of the Hebrew scriptures (by way of Might 29); “In Focus: Writing for the Digicam,” (by way of Might 29). Getty Heart, Sepulveda Boulevard and Getty Heart Drive, L.A. Closed Mondays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (310) 440-7300. getty.edu

‘Y Para Siempre … Marco Antonio Solís’
The veteran Mexican singer and musician are celebrated on this career-spanning exhibit of musical devices, handwritten lyrics, memorabilia, and so on., on view Might 21 by way of Aug. 14. Additionally on view: “100 Years of Peggy Lee” (by way of Sept. 5); “Marley: A Household Legacy” (by way of Oct. 16); “Songs of Conscience, Sounds of Freedom” (by way of Might 8). Grammy Museum, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., downtown L.A. Closed Tuesdays. $12-$18; ages 4 and youthful are free. (213) 765-6800. grammymuseum.org

‘Hidden Historical past: Recounting the Shanghai Jewish Story’
The historical past of the Chinese language metropolis’s Jewish group, which turned a protected haven for Jewish refugees in the course of the Holocaust, is examined by way of paperwork, articles of clothes and private artifacts on view by way of mid-August. 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

‘BeHere / 1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American’
This exhibit created by artist Masaki Fujihata makes use of archival images and augmented-reality know-how to retell the story of the U.S. authorities’s dispossession, relocation and internment of Japanese Americans throughout World Battle II; on view Might 7 although Oct. 9. Japanese American Nationwide Museum, 100 N. Central Ave., downtown L.A. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. $7, $16; reservations advisable, walk-ups accessible. (213) 625-0414. janm.org

‘Putting Figures: The Work of Francis De Erdely’
A survey of social realist work by the midcentury Los Angeles artist are on view Might 14 by way of Oct. 23. Additionally on view: the family-friendly immersive set up “Look Up!” (by way of June 19); “Sky House Time Change,” works from the everlasting assortment (by way of Might 14). Laguna Artwork Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Seashore. Closed Wednesdays. $9, $12; youngsters 12 and youthful are free. (949) 494-8971. lagunaartmuseum.org

‘The Transportable Universe / El Universo en Tus Manos: Thought and Splendor of Indigenous Colombia’
This examination of historical Colombian cultures, that includes roughly 400 examples of collectible figurines, sculptures, housewares, and so on., is in on view Might 29 by way of Oct. 2. Additionally on view: “Mixpantli: Up to date Echoes” (by way of June 12); “Metropolis of Cinema: Paris 1850–1907,” the origins of moviemaking are recalled by way of work, sculpture, posters, prints, pictures and movie (by way of July 10); “Barbara Kruger: Considering of You. I Imply Me. I Imply You.,” works by the multimedia artist identified for her visually placing collages that mix black-and-white photos with boldface sort (by way of July 17); “Lee Alexander McQueen: Thoughts, Mythos, Muse,” an exploration of the iconoclastic British clothier’s creative course of and influences (by way of Oct. 9). Los Angeles County Museum of Artwork, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Closed Wednesdays. $10-$25; ages 2 and youthful are free; reductions accessible to L.A. County residents. (323) 857-6010. lacma.org

‘Embrace’
A bunch present of works by Korean American artists and others celebrating variety in Los Angeles is on view Might 5 by way of July 3. Muckenthaler Cultural Heart, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton. Open Mondays-Thursdays. $5. themuck.org

‘Summary Artwork Past the Body’
Summary works that provide shifting views at the moment are on view. Additionally on view: “Pablo Rasgado: Time-Primarily based,” multimedia works by the younger Mexican artist, discover the consequences of the passage of time. Museum of Latin American Artwork, 628 Alamitos Ave., Lengthy Seashore. Open Tuesdays-Fridays. $7, $10; youthful than 12, free; advance buy instructed. molaa.org

‘L.A. Underwater: The Prehistoric Sea Beneath Us’
This new ongoing exhibit makes use of uncommon fossils and multimedia components to revisit Los Angeles’ distant previous, when a lot of the area was submerged beneath the Pacific; opens Might 2. Pure Historical past Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd., L.A. Closed Tuesday. $8-$17; ages 2 and youthful are free; reservations advisable, walk-ups welcome. (213) 763-DINO. nhm.org

‘Alternate Realities: Altoon, Diebenkorn, Lobdell, Woelffer’
Works from the museum’s assortment that take a look at the boundaries between Fifties-60s summary expressionism and figurative portray are on view Might 13 by way of Aug. 22. Norton Simon Museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Closed Tuesdays-Wednesdays. $12-$15; college students, lively navy and ages 18 and youthful are free. (626) 449-6840. nortonsimon.org

‘American Artist: Shaper of God’
Newly commissioned movies and sculptures impressed by the life and writings of science fiction creator Octavia E. Butler are on view Might 28 by way of Aug. 20. Additionally on view: “Madeline Hollander: Tomorrow Will Be Nothing Like At the moment Will Be Nothing Like Tomorrow,” a climate-themed set up by the L.A.-based artist (by way of Might 11). The Gallery at REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., downtown L.A. Closed Mondays. Free. redcat.org

‘Geomorphic: The Residing Earth’
Summary, nature-inspired work by Kay Zetlmaier are on view Might 14 by way of Sept. 11. Santa Paula Artwork Museum, 117 and 123 N. tenth St., Santa Paula. Closed Mondays-Tuesdays. $3, $4; free for college students and museum members. santapaulaartmuseum.org

‘I’ll Have What She’s Having: The Jewish Deli’
The common-or-garden origins of the Jewish delicatessen in America are traced by way of images, menus, neon signage, and so on., on this tasty exhibit on view by way of Sept. 5. Additionally on view: “Speaking Again to Energy: Tasks by Aram Han Sifuentes,” textiles, sculptures, and so on., that illuminate the working-class immigrant expertise (by way of Sept. 14). Skirball Cultural Heart, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A. Closed Mondays. $7-$12; particular exhibition pricing: $13-$18; admission is free for everybody on Thursdays and for kids youthful than 2 day by day; advance timed-entry tickets required. (310) 440-4500. skirball.org

‘Andrea Fraser: This assembly is being recorded’
A 99-minute performance-based video exploring problems with race, gender, age and id is on view Might 22 by way of June 19. Additionally on view: “A Decade of Acquisitions of Works on Paper — Half II,” prints, drawings and photography-based items acquired within the final decade plus promised items (Might 22 by way of Aug. 28); “Hammer Tasks: Kiyan Williams,” set up of sculptural kinds (Might 28 by way of Aug. 28). UCLA Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood. Closed Mondays. Free; reservations required. (310) 443-7000. hammer.ucla.edu

‘Analogues: Julie Shafer’
The photographic artist data photos of artificial environmental devastation on this exhibit on view by way of Sept. 18. Additionally on view: “Breadth of Subject: Subject Cameras From the Larry Pierce Assortment” (by way of Jan. 1); “Ebon: Concern of a Black Planet,” the artwork collective Black Kirby’s salute to one of many first Black comic-book superheroes, and the companion exhibit “Black Kirby X: Ten Years of Remix and Revolution” (by way of June 19). UCR Arts (California Museum of Pictures, Culver Heart of the Arts), 3824-34 Fundamental St., Riverside. Open Thursdays-Sundays. Free. ucrarts.ucr.edu

‘Gwynn Murrill: Animal Nature’
A decades-spanning retrospective of the artist’s animal sculptures — in wooden, steel, clay and marble — is on view Might 21 by way of July 31. Weisman Museum, Pepperdine College, 24255 Pacific Coast Freeway, Malibu. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free; advance timed-entry tickets required. arts.pepperdine.edu

‘Sonic Terrains in Latinx Artwork’
Works by Latinx sound artists previous and current are introduced on this exhibition on view by way of July 30. Vincent Value Artwork Museum (VPAM), East Los Angeles Faculty, 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park. Open Wednesdays-Saturdays. Free. (323) 265-8841. vincentpriceartmuseum.org

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Academy Museum of Movement Footage
The Academy of Movement Image Arts and Sciences’ newly opened shrine to all issues cinema options displays exploring the artwork and craft of filmmaking, historic memorabilia together with props and costumes, plus film screenings, movie collection 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

‘A Legacy of Loss: There Had been No Roses There’
L.A.-based artist Jenny Yurshansky, the daughter of refugees from Soviet-era Moldova, explores household migration and exile on this exhibition on view by way of Might 12. American Jewish College, Marjorie and Herman Platt Gallery, 15600 Mulholland Drive, L.A. Open by appointment solely, Mondays-Thursdays and choose Sundays. Free. arts.aju.edu

‘50 Bowls, 50 States, 50 Woodfires’
Almost an identical bowls crafted by artist Elaine Henry that had been shipped across the nation to be completed by completely different ceramic artists (by way of July 24). Additionally on view: “Ashwini Bhat: Imprinted, Assembling California,” sculptures, images and a video work by the San Francisco artist (by way of Might 1). American Museum of Ceramic Artwork, 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. Open Fridays-Sundays. $7-$21; 12 and youthful, free; pay what you may, the primary Friday of every month; advance timed-entry tickets required. (909) 865-3146. amoca.org

‘how we’re in time and house: Nancy Buchanan, Marcia Hafif and Barbara T. Smith’
Works by the three veteran artists and longtime associates (by way of June 12). Armory Heart for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Open by appointment, Friday-Sunday solely. Free. armoryarts.org

‘Ann Phong: Re-Evaluating Regular’
The California artist’s large-scale work exploring the pandemic, social strife and environmental degradation are on show by way of Might 21. Begovich Gallery, Cal State Fullerton, 800 N. State Faculty Blvd. Open Tuesdays-Thursdays; Fridays by appointment. Free. fullerton.edu

‘Everest: Ascent to Glory’
The tales of the explorers and guides who first tried to scale the world’s tallest mountain are instructed in images, movie and artifacts on this exhibit on view by way of Aug. 28. Additionally on view: “All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives,” jewellery and equipment utilized in Disney and twentieth Century Studios movie are featured on this special-ticketed exhibition (by way of June 19). Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Fundamental 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 advisable. (714) 567-3600. bowers.org

‘For Race and Nation: Buffalo Troopers in California’
The historical past of the U.S. Military’s all-Black frontier-era regiments is instructed by way of artifacts, audio interviews, images, interval uniforms, and so on., on this exhibit on view by way of Oct. 30. Additionally on view: “Matthew Thomas: Enlightenment,” multimedia works impressed by the artist’s explorations of Japanese philosophies and religions (by way of Aug. 7). California African American Museum, 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, L.A. Closed Mondays. Free. (213) 744-7432. caamuseum.org

‘Panorama Via the Eyes of Abstraction’
The idea of the standard panorama portray is reimagined in multimedia works by noteworthy artists together with Kim Abeles, Laddie John Dill and Claudia Parducci; by way of July 31. California Museum of Artwork Thousand Oaks on the Oaks, 350 W. Hillcrest Drive. Open Thursday-Sunday. Free. (805) 405-5240. cmato.org

‘Angkor: The Misplaced Empire of Cambodia’
Day by day life within the capital of the traditional Khmer empire is illuminated by way of artifacts and a companion IMAX documentary on this particular ticketed exhibition on view Sept. 5. California Science Heart, 700 Exposition Park Drive, L.A. Open day by day. Everlasting displays are free; particular exhibitions, together with IMAX movies, fluctuate in worth. Reservations required. (323) 724-3623. californiasciencecenter.org

‘Tupac Shakur. Wake Me Once I’m Free’
The influential rapper who died in 1996 is remembered on this exhibition that includes sound installations, poetry, private results and extra; by way of July 4. The Canvas @ L.A. Dwell, Georgia Avenue and Olympic Boulevard, downtown L.A. $19.50-$49.50. wakemewhenimfree.com

‘Norman Rockwell within the Nineteen Forties: A View From the American Homefront’
U.S. navy members, manufacturing unit employees and others throughout World Battle II are saluted in basic works by the American painter, on view by way of Oct. 2. Catalina Museum for Artwork & Historical past, 217 Metropole Ave., Avalon. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. $15, $17; youngsters 15 and youthful are free with a paying grownup; advance buy advisable. catalinamuseum.org

‘Constructing the Necessities: Ferne Jacobs’
A retrospective of fiber artwork by the veteran L.A.-based artist is on view by way of June 18. Craft in America Heart, 8415 W. third St., L.A. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays. Free. craftinamerica.org

‘Gentle & Matter: The Artwork of Matthew Brandt’
A profession survey that includes greater than 100 images and multimedia works is on view by way of Sept. 4. Additionally on view: “Night Mile: The Work of Julika Lackner,” panorama work of Southern California at evening (by way of Might 1). Forest Garden Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. forestlawn.com

‘Lonesome Crowded West: Works from MOCA’s Assortment’
This exhibit interrogating the mythos versus the truth of the American West is on view by way of Feb. 19. Additionally on view: “Pipilotti Rist: Huge Heartedness, Be My Neighbor,” movies, installations and sculptures by the Swiss multimedia artist (by way of 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

‘Persia: Historical Iran and the Classical World’
An exhibition of royal sculpture, luxurious objects, spiritual photos, and so on., on mortgage from museums within the U.S., Europe and the Center East, is on view by way of Aug. 8. Additionally on view: “Assyria: Palace Artwork of Historical Iraq,” aid sculptures, on mortgage from the British Museum (by way of Sept. 5). The Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Freeway, Pacific Palisades. Closed Tuesdays. Free; advance reservations required. (310) 440-7300. getty.edu

‘Science and the Elegant: A Masterpiece by Joseph Wright of Derby’
The Enlightenment-era artist’s monumental 1768 portray “An Experiment on a Chicken within the Air Pump,” on mortgage from the Nationwide Gallery in London, is exhibited together with different works from the Huntington’s assortment; by way of Might 30. Additionally on view: “Mapping Fiction,” exploring the geographies of fictional worlds in works by such authors as James Joyce, Lewis Carroll, Robert Louis Stevenson, J.R.R. Tolkien and Octavia E. Butler (by way of Might 2); “A Backyard of Phrases: The Calligraphy of Liu Fang Yuan,” concluding installment of this two-part exhibition showcasing up to date Chinese language calligraphy (by way of Might 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

‘Jamal Cyrus: The Finish of My Starting’
Black political and cultural identities are explored on this two-decade survey of works by the Houston-based multidisciplinary artist, on view by way of Might 29. Additionally on view: “Sara Cwynar: Apple Pink/Grass Inexperienced/Sky Blue,” photograph collages, digital photos and video works by the New York-based artist (by way of Might 29); “Minerva Cuevas: Feminine Earth,” site-specific mural by the Mexico Metropolis-based artist (by way of Might 1). Institute of Up to date Artwork, Los Angeles, 1717 E. seventh St., L.A. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. (213) 928-0833. theicala.org

‘The Artwork of the Ramen Bowl’
Fantastically adorned porcelain bowls are on show by way of July 5. Japan Home Los Angeles, Ovation Hollywood, Degree 2 Gallery, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Open day by day. Free. japanhousela.com

‘Mammoths and Mastodons’
Fossils and displays 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 by way of Sunday. $7-$15; California academics and EBT cardholders, lively and retired navy, and youngsters 2 and youthful are free; advance timed-entry tickets required. (213) 763-3499. tarpits.org

‘Patriotism in Battle: Combating for Nation and Comunidad’
The Chicano Moratorium of August 1970 is revisited by way of archival images, movies, printed supplies and ephemera on view by way of June 19. Additionally on view: “L.A. Memo: Chicana/o Artwork from 1972-1989,” works by influential L.A.-based artists together with Carlos Almaraz, Patssi Valdez, Teddy Sandoval and Judy Baca (by way of Aug. 14). LA Plaza de Cultural y Artes, 501 N. Fundamental St., downtown L.A. Thursday-Sundays. Free; reservations advisable. (213) 542-6200. lapca.org

‘Cazuelas y un recetario: Household Heirlooms’
Ongoing semi-permanent exhibit options objects associated to Mexican and Mexican American delicacies. LA Plaza Cocina , 555 N. Spring St., downtown L.A. Open Monday-Friday. Free. laplazacocina.org

‘Household Album: Dannielle Bowman, Janna Eire, and Up to date Works from LACMA’
Photographs by artists of colour impressed by the visible language of household images will likely be on view by way of June 4. LACMA’s Charles White Elementary College Gallery, 2401 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Saturdays solely. Free. lacma.org

‘Andy Warhol: Choices From the Luckman Everlasting Assortment’
Greater than 70 works by the long-lasting Pop artist are on view. Luckman Gallery, Luckman High-quality Arts Complicated, Cal State Los Angeles, 5151 State College Drive. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. luckmanarts.org

‘Alex Gardner: We All Exist Proper Now’
The painter and Lengthy Seashore native explores the interplay of individuals and areas (by way of Might 1). Additionally on view: “California Landscapes: Choices From the Everlasting Assortment” and “Current Acquisitions 2019-2021” (by way of Might 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

‘Outdated and New Goals: Current Acquisitions in a Assortment’
Newly added items by Camille Henrot, Ian Cheng and others are exhibited with works from the museum’s assortment; although Sept. 11. Additionally on view: “Constructing Artwork,” a brand new collection of out of doors artworks created for MoCA’s facade, launches with the Derek Fordjour set up “Sonic Increase” (ongoing). Museum of Up to date Artwork (MoCA), 250 S. Grand Ave., downtown L.A. Open Thursdays-Sundays. Free; particular exhibitions, $10, $18. (213) 626-6222. moca.org

‘Arte Para la Gente’
A profession retrospective of works by influential Chicana artist Margaret Garcia are on view by way of Might 31. Additionally on view: “Crossing Borders,” works by artists who immigrated to, or whose dad and mom immigrated to, the U.S. (by way of Might 31). Museum of Ventura County, 100 E. Fundamental St., Ventura. Open Thursday-Sunday. Free. venturamuseum.org

‘Archival Intimacies: Queering South/East Asian Diasporas’
The intersection of LGBTQ life and the immigrant expertise in Southern California’s South Asian communities is explored on this multi-site challenge on view by way of Might 29. ONE Archives on the USC Libraries, 909 W. Adams Blvd., L.A. Closed Sundays-Mondays. Free. one.usc.edu. Additionally at USC Pacific Asia Museum, Annex Gallery, 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 advisable. (626) 787-2680. pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu

‘Icons of Darkness’
This pop-up exhibition options props and costumes from basic sci-fi, fantasy, superhero and horror movies, together with the “Alien,” “Terminator,” “Batman” and “Harry Potter” franchises; by way of June 5. Ovation Hollywood, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. Open day by day. $15-$30. iconsofdarkness.com

‘Lowriders and Customs Vault Show’
Classic examples of L.A.’s classic-car tradition at the moment are on show within the Legends Gallery. Additionally on view: “Pole Place: The Juan Gonzalez Method 1 Assortment,” examples of F1 race automobiles from throughout three many years (by way of June 5); “Vehicles of Movie and Tv,” autos from “Ghostbusters,” “Batman,” “Again to the Future,” and so on. (ongoing). Petersen Automotive Museum, 6060 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Particular exhibition charge: $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

‘Are You With Me? Sonya Fe’
Oil work and mixed-media drawings by the up to date Chicana artist; by way of Might 29. Riverside Artwork Museum, 3425 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside. Closed Monday-Tuesday. $3, $5; youngsters youthful than 12, active-duty navy and veterans and members of the family: free. riversideartmuseum.org

‘Via Vincent’s Eyes: Van Gogh and His Sources’
Works by the post-Impressionist painter are displayed with items by Monet, Gauguin, Delacroix, et al. in addition to first editions of novels by Dickens, Tolstoy, et al., on this engrossing, particular ticketed exhibition on view by way of Might 22. Santa Barbara Museum of Artwork, 1130 State St., Santa Barbara. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. “Van Gogh” tickets: $10-$16; free for museum members and ages 6 and youthful (common admission: $6, $10; active-duty navy and their households, and ages 6 and youthful are free). sbma.internet

‘Extraction: Earth, Ashes, Mud’
Works by Kim Abeles, Matthew Brandt and others are on view by way of Might 14. Additionally on view: the group exhibits “Nearer Now: Intimacy in a Rehabilitating Society” and “Darkroom: The Upshot of Trans-Efficient Solidarity” (by way of Might 14). Torrance Artwork Museum (TAM), 3320 Civic Heart Drive, Torrance. Closed Sunday-Monday. Free. torranceartmuseum.com

‘Driving L.A.’
The historical past of public transit within the Metropolis of Angels is explored on this new pop-up set up introduced by the Los Angeles Railroad Heritage Basis. Union Station, Ready Room Kiosk, 800 N. Alameda St., downtown L.A. Open day by day. Free. unionstationla.com

‘Gosette Lubondo: Imaginary Journey’
The Congolese photographer explores previous and current, the person and society, the legacy of colonialism and the challenges of contemporary life in photos on view by way of July 3. Additionally on view: “How Do You See This World?: The Artwork of Almighty God,” retrospective of work by Ghanaian artist Kwame Akoto (by way of Might 8); “Aboriginal Display screen-Printed Textiles From Australia’s Prime Finish,” works by up to date textile artists from northern Australia (by way of June 19). UCLA Fowler Museum, 308 Charles E. Younger Drive North, Westwood. Open Wednesdays-Sundays. Free. (310) 825-4361. fowler.ucla.edu

‘Bali: Company and Energy in Southeast Asia’
Features of Balinese life and tradition are recorded in work collected by cultural anthropologists Gregory Bateson and Margaret Mead throughout fieldwork on the Indonesian island in the course of the Nineteen Thirties; on view by way of June 12. 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 advisable. (626) 787-2680. pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu

‘The Medium Is the Message: Flags and Banners’
Authorities-issued flags and political banners from previously communist international locations are displayed with up to date works on this exhibit on view by way of Oct. 23. Wende Museum, 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver Metropolis. Open Friday-Sunday. Free; reservations advisable for teams of six or extra. (310) 216-1600. wendemuseum.org