Family Art Studio at the Skirball: City of Light Lanterns

The Skirball's Family Art Studio glows up for the holidays with City of Light Lanterns. Kids create paper houses and buildings that turn into glowing lanterns.

Take your lantern home to brighten a windowsill, or add it to the communal city of light that grows all season long. It's a cozy, easygoing activity for winter break, and families can drop in anytime during their visit.

Make a day of it with the Inventing America: The Comic Book Revolution exhibition, the Discovery Center, and the weekend Archaeology Dig, all included with admission. Noah's Ark is also on site and requires a timed-entry ticket.

📅 Dates & Times

December 3, 2026 – January 3, 2027

Thursdays: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The studio runs during museum hours, so drop in anytime. Please check the website for exact times.

📍 Venue

Skirball Cultural Center

2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90049

👨🏻‍👩🏻‍👦🏻‍👦🏻 Age Requirement

All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older, with at least one adult for every four children.

🎟️ Tickets/Price

Included with general admission: $20 general; $15 seniors, full-time students with ID, and children 2–17; free for members and children under 2. General admission is FREE for everyone on Thursdays. Walk-ups are welcome, but advance reservations are recommended, especially on free Thursdays.

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🍔 Food

Families are welcome to bring their own food and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy in the outdoor spaces, and on-site dining is available. Please check the website for more information.

🚙 Parking

Free on-site parking.

🌐 Website Link

Skirball Cultural Center: Family Art Studio

🧭 Directions

Click on the “Google” map for directions.

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