Dates & times
All times are local to the venue · America/Los Angeles
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
These are the previously published dates. Check the organizer for a new edition.
Check the organizer’s latest schedule ↗LACMA’s Paul R. Williams Preview Brings His Archive Into View
Paul R. Williams’s work ranged from major public-housing projects to hotels in Southern California, Las Vegas and Latin America. LACMA’s exhibition, open to members during a November 12 preview, sets that broad career alongside drawings and photographs from his archive, including material not previously exhibited.
A career beyond private residences
LACMA describes Williams as the most prominent Black American architect of his generation. He helped shape Los Angeles during the city’s rapid growth from the 1920s into the early 1970s, working across residential, civic, religious, commercial and hospitality architecture. That range gives the survey a wider frame than the familiar image of an architect known for homes.
Further reading: Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
The archive is part of the story
The exhibition includes drawings and photographs from Williams’s archive, some of which have not been shown before. Their presence brings archival material into a survey otherwise defined by the variety of his commissions; the announced exhibition description does not identify particular works or buildings represented.
Further reading: Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
A wider museum presentation
LACMA’s exhibition is being presented alongside projects at the Getty Research Institute and USC Fisher Museum of Art. LACMA says the three-institution effort is the broadest museum presentation of Williams to date. These are related projects at separate institutions, rather than a single exhibition at LACMA.
Further reading: Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Preview details
Thursday, November 12
The member preview runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
For LACMA members
Preview-gallery access is restricted to LACMA members. Children accompanied by members are welcome. A member’s discounted guest tickets do not admit guests to the preview galleries.
LACMA’s membership page lists Individual membership at $90 and includes Member Previews among the benefits shown. Check current membership terms before joining.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗ · Membership Levels | LACMA ↗
Check entry requirements
The event listing does not state whether advance registration is required or whether there is a separate event fee. Check the linked ticket information before visiting.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Request accommodations
To request accessibility accommodations for the preview, email [email protected].
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Getting to LACMA
Metro and bus
The Metro D Line’s Wilshire/Fairfax station is across the street from LACMA. Metro Local 20 and Rapid 720 stop on Wilshire Boulevard; Local 217 and 218, and Rapid 780, stop on Fairfax Avenue within half a block. The La Cienega/Jefferson E Line station is three miles south; LACMA’s directions page notes that riders can transfer there to the northbound Local 217.
Driving and parking
From I-10, LACMA directs drivers to take Fairfax Avenue north for two miles to Wilshire Boulevard. From US-101, take Highland Avenue south for 3.5 miles, turn right on Wilshire Boulevard, then continue west for one mile.
The Pritzker Parking Garage is on 6th Street, just east of Fairfax Avenue, and is listed as open daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. LACMA also notes nearby garages and street parking; rates and availability are not specified here.
Visit-Plan-How to Get Here | LACMA ↗ · Visit-Plan Your Visit | LACMA ↗
Bicycle
Bike racks are located on Wilshire Boulevard near Spaulding Avenue and just inside the 6th Street gate. During public museum hours, cyclists can ask at the Ticket Office for access to the onsite bike locker; a Visitor Services Associate escorts cyclists to the locker and secures the bike.
Before you make a plan
Can a member bring a guest into the preview galleries?
No. A member’s discounted guest tickets do not provide access to Member Preview galleries. Children accompanied by LACMA members are welcome.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Is a talk or tour scheduled during the preview?
LACMA lists exhibition access during the preview window but does not announce a talk, tour or other timed program for this event.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Does the event listing say whether registration or a separate fee is required?
It does not specify either. Check the linked ticket information before making plans.
Member Previews—Paul R. Williams: Architect for Living | LACMA ↗
Location & Google Maps
LACMA
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
Map search by venue and address. Check the organiser’s entrance details before travelling.