The world's largest cultural and philanthropic organization, Getty advances and shares visual art and cultural heritage in LA and abroad

What We Do

  1. Visit

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    Enjoy art, architecture, and gardens at our two unique locations: the Getty Center and the Getty Villa

  2. Art & Archives

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    Our art and research collections span ancient to modern times

  3. Research & Conservation

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    We conduct and support research and conservation of visual art and cultural heritage in Los Angeles and throughout the world

Featured News & Stories

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  1. More Than 50 SoCal Organizations Announce Exhibitions for PST Art: Art & Science Collide

    Press Release

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    Getty support for initiative rises to $17 million in grants; PST Art to become a destination event every five years

    May 09, 2023

  2. How to Take a Baby Picture like a 19th-Century Photographer

    Article

    A mother holds her baby for the camera. The black and white image has a little wear and is in a fabric frame

    “Hidden mother” portraits reveal the challenges of keeping infants still for the camera

    May 11, 2023

  3. How Are You Creative?

    Article

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    Getty Center visitors on finding inspiration in nature, self-expression, and circuitry

    May 02, 2023

  4. Is Ancient Glass Unbreakable?

    Article

    An exhibition display of ancient glass containers, all in different colors and shapes.

    No. But here’s how vessels have survived for thousands of years

    Apr 25, 2023

Featured Initiative

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PST ART: Art & Science Collide

A landmark regional event that explores the intersections of art and science, both past and present

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Resources

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