SoCal museums in March: Giant Robot Biennale, ‘Asian Comics,’ ‘On the Edge’ and more
Also, an artist explores her breast cancer journey at the Fisher Museum, the Venice Heritage Museum opens its doors and “Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit” sets up shop at Discovery Cube LA
Welcome to a new edition of TV or Not TV’s monthly roundup of new and noteworthy exhibitions and events, as well as continuing shows, at museums all around Southern California. I’m Matt Cooper, former listings coordinator for the LA Times’ Calendar section.
The galleries are now open…
New and upcoming
California Science Center “Leonardo da Vinci: Inventor. Artist. Dreamer.” featuring recreations of the artist’s famous inventions, opens March 2. Permanent exhibits: “World of Life,” “Fire! Science and Safety,” “Air & Space.” California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, L.A. Free; special exhibits, experiences and IMAX films, various prices; advance reservations recommended. Open daily. (323) 724-3623. californiasciencecenter.org
Discovery Cube Los Angeles “Doc McStuffins: The Exhibit,” interactive experience, in English and Spanish, inspired by the animated children’s series, March 2 thru May 11. Also on view: “Physics Lab: Raceway,” “Eco Challenge: Planetary Research Station.” Discovery Cube LA, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar. Open daily. $16-$18; ages 2 and under, free. discoverycube.org
Forest Lawn Museum “Cara de Vago,” Caravaggio-inspired paintings by local artist Fabian Debora, March 2 thru 17. Also: “Shaping Gravity,” thru March 10. Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. Free. forestlawn.com
Japanese American National Museum “Giant Robot Biennale 5,” a new edition of this celebration of Asian pop culture, returns with works by more than a dozen artists. JANM, 100 N. Central Ave., Little Tokyo, downtown L.A. Closed Mondays. $9, $16; ages 5 and younger; advance timed-entry tickets reservations recommended; walk-ups available. (213) 625-0414. janm.org
Santa Barbara Museum of Art “Made by Hand/Born Digital,” artworks created using traditional as well as digital tools and methods, etc., March 3 thru Aug. 25. Also: “Serenity & Revolution: Works from the Collection 1919-1947,” thru May 26; “Janna Ireland: True Story Index,” photographs examining the Black experience, thru June 2. Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St., Santa Barbara. Open Tuesdays-Sundays. $6, $10; active-duty military and their families, and ages five and younger are free; advanced timed-entry tickets recommended. sbma.net
USC Fisher Museum “Margaret Lazzari: The Cancer Series,” the artist explores her experience with breast cancer in paintings, drawings and videos, March 8 thru May 10. Also: “Scene Shift: The Exhibition,” thru April 6. USC Fisher Museum of Art, 823 W. Exposition Blvd., L.A. Closed Sundays-Mondays. Free. (213) 740-4561. fisher.usc.edu
The Bowers “Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form,” March 9 thru Sept. 8 (special ticketed exhibition, $10-$28; includes museum admission). Also on view: “The Power of Photography,” thru May 31. Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana. Closed Mondays. $15, $18; children younger than 12, free; advance purchase recommended. (714) 567-3600. bowers.org
Craft in America Center “Between the Lines: John Luebtow and Stephen Edwards,” pieces by two master glass sculptors,” March 9 thru May 25. Craft in America, 8415 W. 3rd St., L.A. Closed Sundays-Mondays. Free. (323) 951-0610. craftinamerica.org
Venice Heritage Museum The museum holds a grand opening celebration at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9 before officially opening its doors on March 14 with the inaugural installation “This is some place” exploring the diverse L.A. neighborhood’s 100-plus year history. Venice Heritage Museum, Main Street Design Center, 228 Main St., Venice. Closed Mondays-Wednesdays. Free. veniceheritagemuseum.org
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