Getty Museum News

The latest news and stories about the work, programs, and collections of the Getty Museum

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  1. Current and Upcoming Exhibitions

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    For journalists, a frequently updated list with press contacts for current and upcoming exhibitions at the Getty Center and Getty Villa Museum

    Apr 23, 2026

  2. Celebrate Mother’s Day with Getty

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    Enjoy special tours, an exclusive brunch and drink menu, and shop unique and art-inspired gifts for mom at the Getty Center and online

    Apr 23, 2026

  3. How the Getty Logo Started and Where It’s Going

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    As Getty’s new digital-friendly logo and first-ever tagline debut, we also look back to the 1980s, when typographer Larry Brady created Getty’s initial commissioned logo and typeface

    Apr 22, 2026

  4. “Off the 405” Summer Concerts Return to the Getty Center Beginning May 2026

    A large crowd of people watch a group of musicians perform on stage, lighted blue and pink, at an outdoor concert.

    Artists performing in the series include aja monet, Hunx and His Punx, Leenalchi, Horse Lords and Laurel Halo

    Apr 20, 2026

  5. How to Merge with the Gods

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    Getty’s ancient Egyptian “Book of the Dead” manuscripts go on view

    Apr 15, 2026

  6. What Was Life Like for Kids in the Middle Ages?

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    Your biggest questions, answered by our medievalists

    Apr 15, 2026

  7. The Secrets to Displaying a 3,600-Year-Old Crown

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    How mountmakers prepared this delicate headpiece for its Getty Villa debut

    Apr 9, 2026

  8. Getty Announces Major Modernization Efforts to Enhance Visitor Experience, Accessibility, and Energy Resilience

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    Getty Center will temporarily close to the public from spring 2027–spring 2028; Getty Villa will remain open with additional offerings

    Apr 9, 2026

  9. Getty Acquires Two 17th-Century Dutch Still Life Paintings

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    The artworks are the first by each artist to enter Getty’s collection

    Mar 31, 2026

  10. Inspiration from the Cultural Frontlines

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    Getty Global Talks Presented with Christie’s brings together women leaders in arts and culture

    Mar 24, 2026