Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles

About Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles

Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles where visitors explore rotating exhibitions showcasing emerging voices and untold stories in contemporary art. The 12,700 square-foot renovated industrial building, designed by wHY Architecture, features gallery spaces that display works challenging how people see the world and each other. Visitors attend free public programs listed on the museum's calendar, participate in education initiatives, and explore retail pop-ups throughout the building. The museum supports artist residencies and community partnerships alongside exhibitions such as those featuring work by Carl Cheng, Amia Yokoyama, and Zoe Walsh. General admission is free. The museum operates with a mission to make contemporary art accessible while upending hierarchies of race, class, gender, and culture. Large-print exhibition guides in English and Spanish are available at the front desk, and American Sign Language support is provided through online resources. Free onsite parking is available during operating hours.