We encourage you to take notes and sketch in the galleries using pencils, but please keep ink, charcoal, markers, oils, and other liquid media at home or safely stowed away.
At the Museum of Contemporary Art, we are dedicated to making art accessible to all in an inclusive and safe environment. To ensure a positive and memorable experience, we ask staff and visitors to be considerate of others while sharing this space. If you need assistance, notice anything unusual, or need to borrow a pencil, please ask a Gallery Attendant (MOCA staff wearing all black) for help.
For the safety of visitors and artworks, guests will be required to pass through security screening and bag inspection. Please plan for lines at the entrance. For accessibility needs, alternative screening options are available.
All children must be supervised by an adult. Strollers are welcome and available for check-out at the reception and lobby desks, but young children may not be carried on shoulders. Pick up a Family Guide in the lobby to explore the exhibitions together with kids.
Help us protect the art for future generations! Keep two feet of distance from all works of art. Even a slight touch can damage the surface so we ask that you leave touching the art to the professionals. If an artwork is interactive, we’ll let you know. Help us protect the art for future generations!
MOCA offers a complimentary bag check for your convenience. The following items must be checked: backpacks and large purses, oversized bags, food and drink (including water bottles). The following items are not permitted on museum property: tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, weapons of any kind, signs, banners, flags, or noisemaking devices.
Feel free to take photos throughout the museum! However, please turn off your flash and put away tripods, selfie sticks, stabilizers, gimbals, or any equipment that extends the reach of the camera. We only ask that you do not photograph security equipment, emergency exits, or staff members without their consent.
Shirts and shoes, please. We ask that all guests wear appropriate attire while enjoying the museum.
We encourage you to take notes and sketch in the galleries using pencils, but please keep ink, charcoal, markers, oils, and other liquid media at home or safely stowed away.
MOCA does not permit abusive, harassing, discriminatory, or threatening language or behavior directed at staff or fellow visitors. Any activity that could endanger visitors, staff, or artworks—including running, rough play, or other disruptive conduct—is not allowed. Visitors may not distribute materials, collect signatures, stage demonstrations, sell merchandise, or hold press events inside the museum. Commercial solicitation and other unauthorized activities are also prohibited.
MOCA is a member of the Safe Space Alliance. We do not tolerate violence, bullying, or hate speech towards the LGBTQI+ community.
MOCA reserves the right to take immediate action at its sole discretion.
Protecting the health and well-being of our visitors and staff is our top priority. Please follow all safety protocols when visiting the museum.
If you feel sick, have a fever, or show any COVID-19 symptoms, kindly postpone your visit to MOCA.
Face masks are optional. We ask that your respect the choices of other visitors and our staff.
For a safe visit, always follow posted signs and staff instructions.
At the Museum of Contemporary Art, we are dedicated to making art accessible to all in an inclusive and safe environment. To ensure a positive and memorable experience, we ask staff and visitors to be considerate of others while sharing this space. If you need assistance, notice anything unusual, or need to borrow a pencil, please ask a Gallery Attendant (MOCA staff wearing all black) for help.
ADA service animals are welcome in our galleries. Please note that pets and emotional support animals are not permitted.
Wheelchairs are available at the reception or lobby desks. Just check in with a MOCA Gallery Attendant when you arrive to MOCA.
We are happy to schedule American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters for special tours, lectures, and other talk-focused public programs with two weeks’ notice. Request an interpreter by emailing [email protected].
Assisted Listening Devices for programs and tours are available by request. Please email [email protected] or ask a staff member.
Explore MOCA’s exhibitions and programs with our digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app. Our digital guide takes you behind the scenes at MOCA with exclusive multimedia perspectives from artists, curators, and more. Use the app to plan your visit and or delve deeper into your favorite works anywhere, anytime! Download here.
Architect Arata Isozaki designed MOCA Grand Avenue in 1986 with classical architecture and Los Angeles popular culture in mind. Today this location hosts the museumß´s main galleries, Lemonade Café, the flagship location of the MOCA Store, and staff offices.
Getting Here
250 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012
MOCA encourages the use of public transportation; please use the Metro Trip Planner to plan your visit.
Grand Ave Parking