The Museum of Contemporary Art, often known as MOCA, is a contemporary art museum in Los Angeles, California. Its main location sits at 250 S Grand Ave in downtown Los Angeles, and the museum also has a second site in West Hollywood.
What you will see
The collection brings together work from the 1940s to the present day. Visitors can expect a range of media, including paintings, sculptures, and multimedia installations, so a single visit can move from traditional canvases to works that use sound, light, or moving image.
Planning your visit
- Location: The downtown building is at 250 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
- Two sites: Downtown and West Hollywood, so check which one your plans cover.
- Contact: You can call +1-213-626-6222 before you go.
Because the museum is in the heart of downtown, it makes a natural stop for an afternoon of exploring the city's cultural district on foot or by car. Anyone interested in art from the mid-twentieth century onward will find the museum a focused and rewarding visit, whether you come for a single hour or a longer look at the galleries.
