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Museum of Latin American Art
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- Hours:
Wed-Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
49 reviews for Museum of Latin American Art
I really LOVE LOVE LOVE MOLAA!!! I've been fortunate enough to visit here several times, and I can't wait to go back again!
The Oswaldo Guayasamin exhibit totally inspired me!!! I really wanted to buy one of his prints in the gift shop, but had already spent too much at the trunk show. Awesome items in the shop. Thankfully though, I was able to score an original print elsewhere. YEAH!!!
I plan on being here...often!
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Please, note: This review is specific to the Toddler Art / Storytime Program offered on Wednesday mornings.
This morning we attended a toddler art program offered through the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) in Long Beach. Located just over the bridge, at the intersection of Alamitos and 6th, the museum was super easy to find and there was tons of free parking available in their lot!
Although we had just visited on the museum's free day (Sundays- 11-5pm), another mother and I thought that we might try out the children's program they hold on Wednesdays from 10-11am. The $10 cost seemed pretty steep to me, but I figured that as a 'one-time-deal' (how I justify most over priced children's activities) we could try it.
The museum visit on Sunday was fantastic and so I guess that must have been why I had the barre set so high to begin with. Upon our rarely-prompt arrival, the art instructor was not prepared. So, of course, given my own history with teaching and children, I was very understanding. After waiting over 10 minutes though, now 10:15am- we were quickly approaching nap-time (11:30am) and hadn't yet begun any art! Here was the complete play-by-play:
10:20am- The art instructor began reading a pop-up book- great selection for colors, since we were in a museum after all, right. Hmm, but pop-up, are you sure you want my 17-month old threatening to rip those beautiful pages?
10:30am, Still reading the same story. Ugh. I, too, long for the days of the ten-minute long attention span too, but we are a bit young still. . .
10:35am- We let the children loose on the grounds of the Scupture Garden, which was surrounded by cacti plants. Ugh, Ugh.
10:50am- We head back into the little art room to stamp with paint- wonderful, but why didn't we do this at ten-o-clock? Ok, 10:15am?
10:58am, my dear son and I are quickly making our way to the car, he in one arm balancing on my 8 1/2 month pregnant stomach while I carry his wet painted picture and his tantrumming little self.
And that folks, is how a 'one-time-deal' turns quickly into a 'not-ever-again', lol!
Overall, the activities weren't age or ability level appropriate and it was a disappointing program to have paid so much for. For $10 an hour, I would rather have hired a babysitter (or a sister-in-law) and showered, eaten three ice cream sundaes, or purchased him yet another sun hat to don at lovely Livingston Park!
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A must see for locals and tourists in Los Angeles and abroad. MOLAA offers an impressive permanent collection of Latin American art as well as special exhibitions seen very few places in the world. The docent volunteers and staff members are very knowledgeable and always are able to enlighten you on the artwork.
If you live in the area (or don't) becoming a member is easy and inexpensive. You get access and information on the museum's special events and are supporting the arts at the same time.
Be sure to check on the Art Auction that takes place in the fall and all of the other events including Tequila Tasting and Night In... (events that feature foods, dinner and entertainment from various Latin American countries).
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Had the opportunity to attend an event here. It was absolutely stunning. I love the contemporary art and all the mixed medias. The courtyard in the back is beautiful. Would love to go back again and bring more people with us. A must see in Long Beach!
I was pleasantly surprised of how beautiful the museum and facility is when I came here for an art event. The interior garden was beautiful! The landscape was simple, artistic, and sophisticated. If anyone is looking for a venue to host an intimate event, I'd definitely recommend considering this place. Why not support the arts on top of that? =)
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This is a top place to go to see contemporary art in Los Angeles. The only collection of it's kind in the nation. Latin American art will open even more pathways to explore if you are a contemporary fan. All in a low key, unhectic atmosphere. The basic membership is only $60 and is generous with perks; you receive invitations to fun parties and events. Parking is free and never a problem and the Viva Cafe offers a sampling of Latin American favorites. Only downer is opens late: 11:00 am.
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If you have a to-do list for the summer make sure to add a visit to Molaa on it, especially on a Murals under the Stars night.
This past weekend was a night focusing on one of the great muralist David Alfaro Siqueiros. They project his murals on a wall outside and there's a great lecture on his life and his work that accompanies it.
Make sure you check out the craft & artisan tables, the complimentary tequila tasting, and of course the exhibits inside the museum. With so much to see I had to sign up for a membership. If you sign up on a Murals under the Stars night you get two complimentary tickets to the next event and a tote bag. I can't ever have enough tote bags :)
Tips:
*With times like these being a cheap date isn't so bad. Take your student ID!
*Check out Guayasamin's work inside. You haven't seen rage or anguish quite like this. Captivating.
*Parking is FREE :)
*Become a member, sponsor the arts! They have so much going on: cooking classes, salsa nights, art for lunch days, film nights.....
I'm a frequent visitor to Mexico City's various art museums and galleries -- there are more there than almost any American city -- and MOLAA is a very good, albeit small, substitute for my experiences there.
While the museum has a loud and bright exterior, the interior is rather subdued; but, the art on display ratchets up the energy. There is an emphasis on diversity as the collection comprises works from many countries. There is a lot packed into the small space.
The sculpture garden's works on display play an unfortunate second-tier role to the space's more monetary uses (for events like weddings, lunches, and the like) but it's no reason to pass it by. There are some interesting pieces, but you might have to walk around tables and chairs to get a good visual perspective.
Today's visit was to see the Oswaldo Guayasamín (1919-1999) exhibition. Even though there are 80 works of this Ecquadorian artist on display, I wanted to see so much more. Guayasamín's stylized images of human suffering are riveting. For example, three panels (from an 11-panel series) called La Espera (Waiting) III, VII, and VIII depict images of World War II concentration camp victims awaiting their deaths. This solemn exhibition is on display through 16 August and it's worth your time.
I'm frustrated every time I leave MOLAA because I haven't seen enough, so I hope that MOLAA grows large to satisfy my cravings.
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I fell upon hearing about this museum by searching for museums that were free in the Los Angeles Area. Target sponsers a Free Admission on Sunday.
The exterior is very loud with its electric pink and neon blue accents. You will have no problems finding this place. The museum itself is small but contains plenty of pieces and paintings to enjoy. The outside garden and sculpture area is an open space to have events. I went for Cinco De Mayo and it was quite enjoyable.
Parking is a premium but there is some ample space on residential streets. Free Parking is a plus which made for some perfect free entertainment. One interesting feature of the museum is the free cell phone tour you can take while browsing.
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I was pleasantly surprised by the exhibits at this museum. The special exhibit they had at the time I went was so great that I'm sad I don't remember the name of the artist. The permanent collection has a few gems as well. It's a decent size, so plan for an hour or two. I think parking in the lot was free.
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If I had to narrow it down to one favorite it would be the "Reunion en el Pentagono." This had my main focus and was the most entertaining piece to observe. I like how the politicians look sinister and express their true colors. White, gray, and black. It was $6 for admission and i'd say if you love art its worth it and plus its educational.
MoLAA is no longer free on Fridays. But I see that Target is now sponsoring free Sundays!
Kept telling myself I'd go, after my cousin, who wrote the essay for the Roche exhibit catalog, told me about it. Finally went, on the last week-end of the exhibit. Could kick myself for not going earlier so I could talk it up.
What a spectacular exhibit ! Roche's paintings are monumental and certainly do pay tribute to Van Gogh, sometimes literally. The colors, the quirky techinques, like hand rubbing a canvas over a live body to get a figure, or scraping paint layers with a metal curve, yield stunning results. I just hope Roche leaves one or two behind when the show ends.
But the permament collection is just as spectacular. Latino art is especially lively and colorful, and as abstract as it can get, there's always something tangible for the mind to grasp. Even death, a recurring theme in Latino art, is given an almost festive treatment.
The paintings are mounted simply and lighted meticulously and given proper space. There's also a nice gift shop with lots of Frida Kahlo stuff.
MoLAA is uncrowded and quiet and easily accessable, with a friendly staff. I've been to the Getty Brentwood and Malibu, LACMA and MOCA, and other art museums around the world, and in my opinion MoLAA's quality of art and the space easily hold their own. This place is one of Long Beach's unpublicized treasures.
I really enjoyed my visit to MOLAA.
The place is well maintained and I like how it's laid out. The exhibit area isn't overly large but it's just the right size.
If you visit on the weekend when you have free mobile minutes, you can call numbers posted on the information cards and hear an audio description of many of the art pieces.
I highly recommend taking the time to check this place out. You will not be disappointed.
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Take your camera!
Ever walk into a museum and say, "Pfft!, I can do that."
Not at MoLAA. MoLAA is well kept with HUGE displays and a wicked modern sculpture garden. Rousing for the casual museum goer, while cool to the keen eye.
Bonus
*Free on Fridays
*Free parking lot parking
4 Stars for the quality to price ratio --but the bonus points add an extra star.
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What is irony?
I mean besides getting an "economic stimulus" check but not being able to spend it because you can't afford the gas to go anywhere to spend it?
Irony is going to the Ft Lauderdale Museum of Art, clear on the east coast and visiting the fantastic, permanent exhibit of Cuban art* but them not having a guidebook on the subject and then coming home to Long Beach's Museum of Latin American Art and finding a guidebook of the Florida exhibit, sans exhibit. Hmm. It's like getting a free ride when you're already there, la la la la.
This was my 4th or 5th visit to MoLAA and it was by far the best. This beautiful gallery just keeps getting better and better and if you haven't been there yet, shame on you. This is rapidly becoming a world-class venue of Latin-American art. Often graphic portrayals of political instability, corruption and violence, this art is at the same time, colorful, dramatic and in-your-face. You can't ignore it and the images stay with you long past your visit. That's real impact...and we can all use some real impact in our lives besides The War and The Economy, can't we? Take 10 bucks from that stimulus check, buy some gas and check out this sparkling gem in Long Beach. You won't be disappointed.
*Unbroken Ties, Dialogues in Cuban Art...http://www.miamiherald...
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Cool Museum. Too much Frida, not enough Diego.
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First time visit here ab/a month ago through http://meetup.com group event: "No moola@molaa...XLB Gets Spicy & Cultured With Latin Dance, Art And Music"
My post on the group's site: Free & Fabulous time w/wonderful new friends. Enjoyed in total: all ages drums + dancing session, Scuplture Garden live band show (met the talented performers also), beautiful weather, relaxing, intriguing exhibit, lovely gift shop. Thanx so much for organizing this, Marilyn. Great meeting you & everyone too. =)
Scored high on classy & cultural w/meaningful art.
Repeat visits?: Yes!
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Well, I have to say that I like MoLAA. I went during an open house, and I was expecting kind of boring museum stuff, but it was super cool! Not just paintings. I also liked that it wasn't so freaking huge. Just as I was getting museum-cabin-fever, we walked out the door.
Perfect.
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The thing I love about Latin American art is the bright and vibrant colors that the artists use. So warm!
My first trip to MoLAA was great. My momma and I headed over during my vacation and were impressed with how gorgeous this place was. I especially appreciated that they included ALL of Latin America, not just Mexico and Cuba, but Bolivia, Peru, Nicaragua, all of it.
I'm biased when I say the Latins got it going ON! Such talent! =)
They've got great permanent and special exhibitions that include political art, pop art, cultural art, you name it. The museum is easy to navigate and air conditioned (thank God, freakin' melting outside) and quiet on an early Friday afternoon.
My only complaint is that they didn't have postcards of the artwork in the museum. A must for museum gift shops.
Bonus: it's free on Fridays, parking is always free.
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"PARA TODOS LA LUZ. PARA TODOS TODO."
"For Everyone the Light, For Everyone Everything" this place is "The Light" for Latin American art in L.A.
The location is quaint and the Art is vibrant and properly represents the vast beauties and cultures of Ibero America.
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After Sunday, it was easy to decide what my 300th review would be. Like Cidne said in her wonderful review, this is a world class museum, and everyone should take the time to come and check it out. It is easily the best museum I've been to in years, and that includes several in Europe.
Currently the museum is undergoing a major expansion. I can't wait to see what it will look like when it's finished. In the meantime, the museum is open during construction, but the only hassle related to the construction is getting to the parking lot on 6th St.
There are rotating exhibitions as well as the permanent collection. We found both exhibits to be of the highest quality, extremely impressive. I have not enjoyed myself so thoroughly at a museum in a long time. Every single piece here is worthy of contemplation and awe.
Admission is extremely reasonable ($5 regular, $3 students & seniors, free for children 12 and under) and membership is ridiculously cheap - $40/year for a couple and $60/year for a family (or $20/year for a student). Considering the exhibits change often, you could certainly get your money's worth on multiple visits. Also, if you check their schedule there are many days that are free. Every Friday is free to all.
There are always special programs going on, as well as many educational programs for youth. There are dance classes, art classes, wine tastings, speaker programs, family festivals, and many more wonderful events to involve the community in the arts.
Naturally there is also a gift shop, and a cafe. I have yet to go to the cafe, but the Cuban sandwich sounds delicious.
I honestly think this is the top attraction that Long Beach has to offer. If you ask me, if you had to pick one thing to see in Long Beach, I'd skip the Queen Mary and the Aquarium (I prefer the Cabrillo Marine Museum in San Pedro) and head straight here to MoLAA. As a Long Beach resident I'm quite embarrassed that I hadn't made it here sooner, as it's truly a gem in our city.
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MOLAA is just down the street from my house and I finally had a chance to see it. I was excited to Fernando Botero's (artist from Columbia) work at the museum. Great exhibit and the gift shop is really cool.
If you're a student you get a discount. Yay!
When I saw that MoLAA hadn't been reviewed...I was like... HELL TO THA NAW!. This is a WORLD CLASS musuem that is worth a trip down to the LBC. It used to be the Hippodrome years ago, I believe a skating rink... so it is huge. It is off the hizzy fo' shizzy and I mean no disrespect....just shoutin' my props. Original art, installations, scultures, folklorica, muertos...just the Latin culture/diaspora represented like you wouldn't believe. I've seen all of the So Cal museums and this one is my favorite. If you think that you have to be of Latin descent to be wowed by this place, I will personally pimp slap you AND your descendents into reality. The other visitors who are of Latin descent will explain or translate anything for you. AND they are excellant at interpreting the art.
I've been to this musuem about 8 times, but I never go without money because the gift shop is just amazing. Yeah, you know Frida Kahlo is well represented, but there are gobs and gobs of other colorful gifts and personal items by other artists as well. I wear my MoLAA t-shirts proudly and people always ask, "Where is that?" I am always so happy to tell them!
There is a small fee to enter or you can join for $25.00 which I did years ago, so I get in free. Not sure if they still have that deal going as it is gaining recognition quickly. There are always new artists' work and exhibits. There is a childrens area for arts and crafts and they have a small cantina. And so what if it is the hood. There is gated parking, and if you want to know the truth....ain't nobody thinkin' about yo' ass. Just go, you'll be glad you did. All the other LBC treasures are not far. So let Vincent T or Holly T hook you up with a good restaurant review, then check out MoLAA. And get the t-shirt.
I need to call Huell Howser, he would love the shit out of this place!
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My favorite small museum in the county-area. I was totally expecting folk art from Latin America. However, the collection was primarily modern art from almost every country ranging from Mexico to Uruguay and Puerto Rico. I was extraordinarily impressed by the modern art on display and the museum did a great job expressing how the particular artists chosen had a place in their respective country's modern art movement.
And just when you think you'll be museum'ed-out (you know what I mean), the exhibit ends. Just the perfect amount of museum for anyone.
Special props to the museum shop. It's a bit pricey but has some gorgeous pieces for sale.
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This is one of my favorite places in the city.
D and I met at this museum on our first date. We drove seperate cars so as not to augment the first-date pressures. If it was a shitty date, thirty minutes later I'd be driving home alone. See, no pressure. I'm quite the optimist, really.
We met up front and walked in. I like to enjoy museums by wandering and I also wanted an excuse to size him up from afar. At the time they were exhibiting Soto and it was a somewhat interactive exhibit. We talked and walked surrounded by beautiful and interesting art. By the end, I knew I didn't want to drive away alone so we ended up getting dinner and then a couple drinks. D left his car behind. When it got really late we headed back to the museum's parkiing lot and (conveniently) D's car was locked in the parking lot. Smooth move, player.
So I ended up driving him home and staying over...and the rest, as they say, is history.
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I only needed to go once to know that I wanted to become a member. Museum in LBC? How freakin awesome is that.
If you haven't gone, you need to bookmark this place. The parking is free and plentiful. I heard the cafe food is pretty awesome as well.
Look ma, I can do things besides getting retarded drunk and binge eating too! Aren't you proud?
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Amazing new building!!!
I love spending time here and just drink the art like a fine glass of Whiskey, slow and steady.
I can't judge the pieces, because art is a beautiful expression of emotion. Having said that, Molaa does a good job of showcasing artist's work.
The venue is well lit and spaced out. I definitely love new art and Molaa brings it in often enough.
Don't forget the free days: Fridays and Sundays (Woohoo)
I recommend a tour if you are not used to art. The story behind can make the works breath, or help you understand the big red lines and the splashes of paint a bit more.
This museum is pretty cool. I've been here a few times (both before and after their renovations) And their newly renovated exterior architecture is pretty awesome. And a lot of times they have cultural events that happen on Sundays. Throughout the exhibits, you can get an audio tour just by calling the number next to the artworks on your cell phone. I thought that was pretty neat. Fridays and Sundays are free, so if you're low on the cash, the museum is a pretty nice way to spend a weekend afternoon.
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I visited before the renovation, but even before its glamorous revamp, visiting MoLAA was worthwhile. For some reason, admission was free on the Saturday morning when I went with a teacher friend.
MoLAA's collection is interesting for someone like me who doesn't know a lot about art. As a non-arty, I can appreciate that the small collection really does showcase arts from all over Latin America. My favorite piece was a surrealist Peruvian painting, but we found interesting, complex, and colorful artwork from at least fifteen different countries.
The museum was putting on a celebration of Latina women with speakers, educational seminars, and a concert. Now that the expansion has been completed with a grand re-opening, I can only imagine that MoLAA is a prime location for these kinds of events. Might be a nice place to drag your teenagers on the weekends in an attempt to forcibly infuse them with culture.
A big plus: this place sure doesn't fill up in the mornings! We were the only patrons and were free to wonder aloud at some of the unusual installations.
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This is a big heck yes on this museum. It is absolutely worth risking your life by heading to that part of town. I meandered on down there after walking to the Queen Mary from my house on 3rd and Cherry (I know, I'm nuts).
After having walked about 5 miles one way, I didn't have the energy to walk back home, so I hopped on a Passport bus for FREE and then connected to the D'Art bus for FREE which wisked me through the arts district and right in front of the MoLAA.
I whipped out my $3 and student ID card and took a stroll. The art is very impressive and you can take your time to enjoy it because you and maybe two other people share the museum.
Saturday afternoons are the best time to go.
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I just recently went to an exhibit here for the first time and was thoroughly impressed. It's amazing that there is such an LA/NY style museum/gallery here in Long Beach. Though Dr. Gumbiner who was the impetus for this enterprise and sole creator of this museum was a bit of a curmudgeonly old rich white American capitalist art collector he did have the foresight to create an entity of unique vision and scope encapsulating the Latin American experience in art. I also learned it is the only museum in the western United States that exclusively features contemporary Latin American art. The collection is something to see and a true gift to the city of Long Beach as well as the heritage of all Latin American people. The staff is very friendly and the museum space is vast and inviting. It is a nice way to spend a weekend afternoon though it is in a bit of an odd area of Long Beach, kind of off the beaten track. That would be the only draw back but otherwise it's definitely worth checking out.
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Terrific little museum with modern Latin American Art.
Fairly small collection - you can see it in 45 minutes.
Guards could be a bit more friendly with kids. I felt like we were being stalked a bit. I guess I can't totally blame them as some of the objects spill over on to the floor.
Amazing gift shop with great t-shirts and jewelry.
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The Museum of Mordern Art held a Tequila Tasting fund raiser last Friday night. I just found out about it Friday afternoon and booked my ticket. Ever since I talked to a friend who is a real connisiuer of Tequila, I've been wanting to try some high end Tequilas in a low key environment. This event was just the ticket. I'm a member of MOLAA so I got in for $35.00.
They had food, music and tequila. The food was ok. I had eaten a little before I went, so I didn't try very much of the food. They had deep fried shrimp, little sandwiches, and chips with salsa and guacamole. But I had gone for the Tequila and I was not disappointed. Here is a list of the brands that I did try: Asombroso, Tequila Canicas, Angel Bendito, 4 Copas, and Mi Rancho. I'll provide a link to the page that lists the rest of the vendors below. But here are my impressions. I tried the Asombrso Silver first and found it a little harsh. Then the vendor poured the Extra Anejo. OMG. My preferred hard liquer is Jameson's Irish whiskey. This Extra Anejo was even smoother and more complex then my beloved Jameson's. But if I understood right, a bottle goes for $180.00. The next vendor was much more methodical in his presentation. He is a distributor for both Tequila Canicas and Angel Bendito. He gathered about 6 of us, and then poured first from the Silver, then the Resposado, and finally the Anejo from each of his brands. Mind you, the pours were very small, maybe a half teaspoon each. But they were enough to get a taste. Again, the Anejos were my favorites, but they were also the most expensive. By that time, I had tasted 8 tequilas. And that was enough. I wandered to a couple of the other tables and just grabbed a random cup, but my heart wasn't really in it.
By definition, there are at least 3 kinds of Tequila, Blanco (also known as Silver or Plata). This Tequila is clear. It can be straight from the distillation or aged up to 2 months. Tequila Reposado is aged in wood barrels, sometimes barrels that had been used to age whiskey or wine. It is aged between 2 and 11 months and has a more golden color. And Tequeila Anejo has been aged between 1 and 5 years in barrels that don't exceed 600 liters. It takes on a more complex flavor which is smoother and richer.
Link: http://molaa.org/n_pro...
Just another reason to keep an eye on MOLAA.
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They've completely remodeled this place and it looks great! Nice lighting, vaulted ceilings, and the requisite museum hardwood floors. They also bumped up the admission charge to $7 general and $5 for students.
They have some sculptures, pop art, and contemporary art in addition to paintings. I guess the only reason that it gets 4 stars is because it's not very big, 30 minutes is probably a decent time to spend there. LACMA charges $7 and they have 10x the square footage.
There's extra parking in the lot in the rear, the lot in front is pretty small.
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If I had kids or lived closer to MOLAA, I'd go here all the time. It's the only art museum west of the Mississippi that is solely dedicated to the art and culture of Latin America-- that is, the countries south of the border including the Caribbean that speak Spanish or Portuguese. Sorry Guyana and French Guyana and Haiti.... you don't count.
Anyway, this is a neat museum that offers mixed media/ paintings/ photography and a sculpture garden plus all kinds of extra enrichment and special programs. Closed on Mondays but free every Friday!
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Only three stars because they had a beautiful exibit there for a while by Walter Goldfarb which was amazing beyond compare, but the rest of the art I did not like that much...Free on fridays....
I agree with Cidne, Holly and Melanie. The MoLAA is the best kept secret of the Museum world and the best kept secret in Long Beach!
Melanie and I went on a Saturday and since I'm so used to having to pay for parking at museums I opted for a spot on the street and it wasn't until we approached the entrance that we realized there is a free parking lot right next to the entrance. (Woo Hoo Free Parking!)
We paid $3 to get in compliments of our CSULB Id Cards and since student membership is only $20 and you get all the perks a regular member does (see Melanie V's review) we both joined. I think the mention of the free gift tote bag as an incentive didn't hurt since I needed a second tote for my trips to Trader Joes.
I was excited that the current exhibit was related to Cuba since I have a soft spot for Cuban Culture. I visited the country and studied its history in College. I was pleasantly surprised to find a vast array of art so there's definitely something for every taste and preference. Visual, Sculpture, Photography, Abstract, Modern, etc etc The way the exhibit was laid out was sort of like a labyrinth, but I didn't mind so much, it encourages you to walk more and use your analytical skills to figure out the best routes to see all the museum has to offer.
The Museum has a cafe and annex which we didn't explore but the entire place is under construction/renovation so I can't wait to come back and see the progress and attend some special events.
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I spent over three hours here. Time flies when your having fun. hehe. This is a great educational museum. I loved the building. It has a great flow throughout the space. The BIOS were easy to read. One of things that I enjoyed about this museum is that it offers variety. They had beautiful paintings, photography, sculptures, they even had a movie! The gift shop was a museum itself but I'm warning you, the gifts are very expensive.
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In most museums, the little placard next to the piece of art tells you about the artist. At MoLAA, the little placard tells you about the country the artist was/is from. It's a curious decision that gave the whole thing a strangeish zoo-like quality: Hey guys! Here's some interesting facts about Guatemala!
It diminishes the artists, unfortunately, labels them even further even though there were more than a few artists (Rafael Coronel, Elmar Rojas) whose work seemed outside of geography to me.
The museum itself is relatively small and manageable, a perfect way to kill an hour and half.
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I love love LOVE this museum. The space is clean and bright, they always have the most awesome exhibitions, and every Sunday of the month, there are workshops and events to go to which the entire family can enjoy.
This place has so much to offer- they have travel memberships where members can go on trips throughout the year to experience different museums and works of art. They have workshops and guest speakers and this upcoming June, Grand Opening events that shouldn't be missed.
This museum is definitely a gem, one that everyone should visit because it has so much to offer.
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