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8mo ago

Three Major LA Museums Collaborate on Mohn Art Collective

Hammer Museum, LACMA, and MOCA jointly acquire 350 works from Jarl and Pamela Mohn, establishing a shared collection with an endowment for future growth.

Overview

  • The collection, named MAC3, features works by both historical and emerging LA-based artists.
  • A $15-20 million endowment accompanies the gift to support future acquisitions and maintenance.
  • The Hammer Museum contributes 80 additional works from its 'Made in L.A.' biennial to the collection.
  • Curators from all three museums will select new acquisitions annually, focusing on LA artists.
  • The collaboration aims to enhance public access and foster cooperation among the institutions.