This is one of the few must-sees in LA. Not because it represents LA, but because it is just so darn gorgeous. This museum is situated on a hill overlooking the 405 Fwy and West LA and features gorgeous views all around. The grounds are immaculate and open.
In fact, it's such a beautiful place that the artwork feels almost like an afterthought. I guess it is kind of like LA - so much effort to make the outside perfect, kind of hides a paucity of character inside.
But it makes for a beautiful day in LA to spend the day wandering around the grounds and the galleries. It's also free, thanks to over a hundred years of getting gouged by Getty Oil.
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