Major Construction of the Building Enters Final Phase

With nearly 90% of construction finished through October 2024, April 2026 is set as the opening of the David Geffen Galleries.. Learn more about the timeline.

A Custom-built Glass Facade for the David Geffen Galleries

How does custom-made glass panels enclosing the David Geffen Galleries fit architect Peter Zumthor’s and LACMA’s vision? Learn more about the special facade systems.

All About Architectural Concrete

How is architectural concrete used for both the structure and the aesthetic finish of the David Geffen Galleries? Learn more about this unique material.

Celebrating “Topping Out”

Last summer, LACMA marked the “topping out” milestone in the construction of the David Geffen Galleries. Learn more about the significance of topping out.

Building LACMA Film Series

How will areas of LACMA’s collection come to life as never before in the new David Geffen Galleries at LACMA? Find out in a series of short videos about the new building coming to our campus.

A Treasure Trove in the Tar

How is excavation for the new David Geffen Galleries furthering scientific research of the Ice Age? Learn more about fossils discovered in the construction site.

Seismic Base Isolation for the David Geffen Galleries

How will people and art in the new David Geffen Galleries be protected from earthquakes? Learn more about seismic base isolators in the new building.

Construction Update

The following work will be conducted next week:

• Major construction of the new museum building is complete.
• Final installation and commissioning of building systems continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard, and on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Interior finishes in the basement, ground, and exhibition levels continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard, and on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Installation of exterior glazing systems continues on the ground level on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Grading and underground utilities for new outdoor spaces continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard.

Please Note: Metro Construction

• Due to Metro construction, the south curbside of Wilshire Boulevard is a work zone from Spaulding to San Diego Way (west of Fairfax).
• During Metro construction along the south curbside of Wilshire Boulevard, the west and eastbound lanes on Wilshire will be intermittently reduced to one drive lane.

Construction Hours

Monday–Friday: 7 am–7 pm
Saturday: 8 am–6 pm

Health and Safety

Our general contractor, Clark Construction, continues working diligently to provide a safe work environment for the crews working on the site. To that end, and in accordance with Cal/OSHA standards, Clark Construction and its subcontractors have taken all necessary protective measures in accordance with government guidelines, which include the following:

• Major construction of the new museum building is complete.
• Final installation and commissioning of building systems continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard, and on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Interior finishes in the basement, ground, and exhibition levels continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard, and on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Installation of exterior glazing systems continues on the ground level on the Spaulding Lot, south of Wilshire Boulevard.
• Grading, underground utilities, and foundations for new outdoor spaces and structures continue on the construction site, north of Wilshire Boulevard.

Visit buildinglacma.org to learn more, and check out our project FAQs.