LACMA's New Galleries: A Concrete & Glass Marvel

0:00It's April 23rd. Welcome to California News today, powered by AI. LACMA just unveiled its massive new David Geffen galleries, a $724 million stunner that's $347,500 square feet of amoeba-shaped concrete glass. Designed by Swiss architect Peter Zoomthorr, it's elevated on peers and actually spans Wilshar Boulevard like a futuristic overpass. Member previews kicked off last Sunday with a public opening set for May 4th. This replaces the old 1960-era buildings demolished back in 2020 when the permanent collection went into storage. Temporary shows kept things going in the remaining spaces, but now over 110,000 square feet of galleries are back online, all on one. Sprawling level. Visitors are buzzing about the beauty and sheer scale. It's three football fields long, but some say it's bewildering to navigate with the bold. Architecture sometimes stealing the spotlight from the art. Early crowds lined up, snapping selfies and marveling at the vibe.

1:03LACMA CEO Michael Govan told folks it's perfect for families with strollers, no stairs needed, and it pulls in older campus spots like the Japanese. Our pavilion for a tighter feel. Highlights include favorite pieces returning, from early 20th century urban scenes to local legends like Millard Sheets. As LA's art scene levels up, this bridge-like beast promises to redefine museum visits, drawing eyes from drivers and culture heads alike.