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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Highlights

Discover the captivating story of filmmaking’s creative and technical aspects.

Experience engaging temporary exhibitions included in your ticket price.

Explore exhibits that feature iconic movies and memorable film moments.

Enjoy access enhanced by the free Academy Museum mobile app.

Welcome to the Epicenter of Cinema

Step inside the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, the world’s premier destination dedicated to the art, science, and artists of moviemaking. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, this state-of-the-art museum brings film history to life through immersive exhibitions, iconic costume and prop displays, interactive installations, and world-class movie screenings.

About the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Where Movie Magic Meets Architectural Wonder

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is the premier institution dedicated to the history, science, and cultural impact of filmmaking. Located at the intersection of Wilshire and Fairfax along Miracle Mile in Los Angeles, this 300,000-square-foot campus bridges cinematic legacy with cutting-edge design. Designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Renzo Piano, the museum comprises two distinct structures: the restored historic 1939 Saban Building (formerly the May Company department store) and a futuristic Sphere Building that features the 1,000-seat David Geffen Theater topped by the glass-domed Dolby Family Terrace.

What You’ll Discover Inside

The Academy Museum houses multiple floors of immersive exhibition space, two state-of-the-art screening theaters, an educational studio, and dynamic public spaces.

-Stories of Cinema: The core exhibition spanning multiple floors, highlighting diverse filmmakers, screenwriting, costume design, sound, special effects, and animation.

-Iconic Treasures: Direct access to the Academy’s vast historic archive, featuring legendary artifacts like the ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz, the E.T. animatronic, and classic Oscar® statuettes.

-World-Class Cinema: Daily film screenings in 35mm, 70mm, and digital formats, complete with director Q&As and restored film retrospectives.

-The Oscars® Experience: An immersive simulation of walking onto the Dolby Theatre stage to accept an Academy Award (separate ticket required).

When to Visit?

Operating Hours

Plan a trip to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures with this breakdown of daily operating hours and crowd patterns. Securing timed-entry tickets in advance ensures seamless access to multiple floors of immersive exhibitions and world-class screening venues. Hours may differ on select dates, and some galleries close periodically for exhibition changes.

Museum Galleries: Open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Museum Store: Open Wednesday through Monday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Fanny’s Restaurant & Café: Open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 7:15 PM.
Weekly Closure: The museum is closed every Tuesday.
Last Admission: Final gallery entry is permitted at 5:30 PM daily.

Best Times to Visit

Weekday Mornings (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Reserve tickets for Wednesday or Thursday morning to experience shorter lines and quieter galleries throughout the core Stories of Cinema exhibition.

Late Afternoon (4:30 PM – 6:00 PM): Visit during late afternoon hours to enjoy lighter foot traffic and a seamless transition into evening theater screenings.

Golden Hour at Dolby Family Terrace: Access the glass dome deck between 4:30 PM and sunset for ideal lighting and sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills.

Location & How to Get There

Official Address: 6067 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Cross Streets: Wilshire Boulevard and South Fairfax Avenue

Neighborhood: Miracle Mile / Museum Row

Main Entrance: Accessible via the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby on the south side of the Saban Building, adjacent to the outdoor plaza.

Find Your Route

Metro Bus Services
Metro Rail (Subway)
Rideshare & Passenger Drop-Off

Primary Routes: Ride Metro Bus Line 20 or the Line 720 Rapid along Wilshire Boulevard, or take Line 217 along Fairfax Avenue.
Drop-Off Points: Stops are located at the Wilshire/Fairfax intersection, dropping passengers off within a 3-minute walk of the main entrance plaza.

Dining and Museum Facilities

Dining at the Museum

Culinary experiences at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures center around a full-service restaurant, café, and bar located inside the main lobby. Concepted by leading restaurateurs and culinary groups, the dynamic venue features an open kitchen, an elegant bar, and stylish indoor and outdoor seating. Guests can drop in for casual morning pastries and artisanal coffee, savor a full-service sit-down lunch, enjoy late afternoon cocktails, or sit for an evening dinner service. Because the dining spaces reside in the public lobby area, visitors can access the restaurant, café, and bar without purchasing a museum admission ticket.

Complete Accessibility Services

The Academy Museum maintains a commitment to complete physical, visual, and auditory accessibility across every floor of the facility. The campus is built with smooth level transitions, wide elevators, and step-free routes connecting the historic Saban Building with the futuristic Sphere structure. Complimentary manual wheelchairs and mobility walkers are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the main welcome center in the lobby, and trained service animals under leash control are fully welcomed throughout all galleries and public spaces.

Know Before You Go

Advance Booking Recommended: Timed-entry tickets should be purchased online prior to arrival to secure your preferred date and time slot and skip walk-up ticket lines.

Security Screening: All visitors pass through a brief bag check and security screening at the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby entrance prior to gallery entry.

Bag Policy: Large backpacks, luggage, and oversized bags exceeding 11x15 inches are strictly prohibited inside the exhibition galleries; coat check facilities are available in the main lobby.

Photography Rules: Personal, non-commercial photography is welcome in the galleries except where indicated. Flash photography is not permitted, and photography and audio or video recording are prohibited in the theaters.

Separately Ticketed Attractions: General admission tickets provide access to all galleries, including special exhibitions (some galleries close periodically for exhibition changes), but The Oscars® Experience and film screenings require separate tickets.

Cashless Venue: The museum store, box office, and lobby dining locations operate as cashless establishments, accepting credit, debit, and mobile digital payments only.

FAQs

Do I need to buy tickets in advance?

Yes, advance online reservations are strongly recommended. Purchasing timed-entry tickets online guarantees your preferred entry window and allows you to bypass walk-up lines.

What are the museum’s operating hours?

The galleries are open Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The museum is closed every Tuesday. Final gallery entry is sold at 5:30 PM. Hours may differ on select dates, and some galleries close periodically for exhibition changes.

How long does it take to tour the museum?

Most visitors spend 2 to 3 hours exploring the multiple floors of exhibition space. If you plan to attend a film screening, dine, or participate in The Oscars® Experience, allow 4 to 5 hours.

Can I enter the museum if I arrive late for my timed ticket?

Late arrivals are accommodated based on gallery capacity. The museum provides a graceful grace period, but entry during peak weekend hours may be briefly delayed until the next available slot.

Is photography allowed inside the galleries?

Yes, personal, non-commercial photography is welcome in the galleries except where indicated. Flash photography is not permitted, and photography and audio or video recording are prohibited in the theaters.

What is the bag policy?

Small bags and purses are welcome. Large backpacks, luggage, and oversized bags larger than 11x15 inches are not allowed inside exhibition spaces and must be stored at the complimentary coat check in the main lobby.

Is the museum accessible via public transit?

Yes, Metro Bus Lines 20 and 720 (along Wilshire Blvd) and Line 217 (along Fairfax Ave) stop directly at the museum. The Metro D Line subway station at Wilshire/Fairfax also drops visitors off right across the street.

Are dining options available on-site without buying a ticket?

Yes, the museum features a full-service restaurant, café, and bar located in the ground-floor lobby, accessible to the public without purchasing a museum admission ticket.

Is the museum fully wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all levels, galleries, and theaters are fully accessible via wide elevators and step-free routes. Complimentary manual wheelchairs and sensory bags are available at the main welcome center on a first-come, first-served basis.

Is this the venue’s official website?

No. This website offers official tickets to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures but is not the museum’s official website.