Inspiring human connections and mutual understanding through art

What We Do

  1. Visit

    The Getty Center's trademark round and square structures clad in travertine are pictured above the blossoming Central Garden under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

    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

News & Stories

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  1. Inspired by Blood

    Article

    A person looks at a framed artwork on the wall of a gallery filled with manuscripts and other art objects

    Gabriele Tinti creates poetry at Getty

    May 03, 2024

  2. The Spectacular Drawing in Getty's Collection You've Probably Never Heard Of

    Article

    Drawing on paper in ink of a man's face wearing a hat

    Look closely to see what makes this self-portrait by a little-known artist so impressive

    May 01, 2024

  3. Photography Testing, Testing, One, Two, Three

    Article

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    How we decided whether it was safe to display 150-year-old photos

    Apr 17, 2024

Explore Our Work

All Projects & Initiatives

Conserving Canvas

Expanding knowledge and skills for the structural care of paintings on canvas

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Resources

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Explore tools and support for work and study in visual art and cultural heritage