Visit

When the Gallery is open to the public, the following policies are in effect.

Visitors are welcome to take photos – please tag us in your photos @lamagbarnsdall.

Flash photography, tripods and/or selfie sticks are not permitted. Additional photographic equipment such as lights, reflectors, props, costumes, handheld microphones, models, and drones are also prohibited.

Service animals are permitted inside the gallery so long as they are harnessed, leashed or tethered. 

All non-service animals and/or pets are not permitted inside the gallery.

Bags measuring greater than 11 x 16 inches, food and drink are not permitted inside the gallery. The gallery can not temporarily store these items during visits. 

Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

At this time, the bathrooms and water fountain in LAMAG are not available due to sanitation issues. Public bathrooms are available adjacent to the lawn area.

The following guidelines have been implemented to keep staff and visitors as safe as possible. Please follow all posted signage and safety protocols.

If you feel unwell or have symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home. 

• CDC recommends that even fully vaccinated people should still get tested if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. 
• If after booking your appointment you develop symptoms or are concerned about a COVID-19 exposure, please contact our staff either via email at lamag@lacity.org or phone at (323) 644-6269 to reschedule your appointment.

MASKS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED INDOORS FOR EVERYONE. 

VACCINATION CHECK REQUIRED: As a City of Los Angeles-operated facility, the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is subject to Municipal Code Section 200.123, which requires proof of full vaccination* or proof of negative COVID test taken in the past 72 hours** for entry. 

All guests ages 12 and older will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by presenting their original vaccination card, a photo/digital copy of their card (both sides), documentation of vaccination from a licensed healthcare provider, or an electronic vaccination card. Proof must also be verified with a valid form of I.D. (driver’s license, government issued I.D. card, school or work I.D. card, passport) for those visitors ages 18 and older. The name on the I.D. must match that on the vaccination record.

Guests ages 12 and older who are not fully vaccinated must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 72 hours prior to their visit.** 

*Full Vaccination means having received a second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine, or the single dose of the Johnson & Johnson Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine, at least two weeks prior to the date of entry. The vaccination record MUST include the full name, type of vaccination, and date the last dose was administered. 

**Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test means a printed document, email or text message displayed on a phone, from a test provider or laboratory that shows results of a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) or antigen COVID-19 test that either has Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or is operating per the Laboratory Developed Test requirements by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, that was conducted within 72 hours before entry into a Covered Location or City Facility. The printed document, email, or text message must include the person’s name, type of test performed, date of the test, and negative test result. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,455, Eff. 4/1/22.)

What we are doing to keep our community safe:

All staff are required to comply with the City of Los Angeles’ vaccination requirements for municipal employees and stay at home if they are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. 

A hand-sanitizer station is available for all to use while onsite.

Capacity is limited and by appointment only to allow for greater social distancing.

Masks are available upon request while indoors.

LAMAG encourages families and visitors of all ages to experience our exhibitions with the goal of inspiring rich inter-generational discussions. For each exhibition, LAMAG develops a Family Guide, which includes key concepts and activities families can engage in for a more meaningful gallery experience.

Accommodations may be provided upon request. To ensure availability, please make your request at least three to five business days prior to your visit. To secure Sign Language Interpreters, five or more business days’ notice is required. For additional information, please contact lamag.publicprograms@lacity.org.