Hauser & Wirth
Art gallery · Historic Core ·
Gallery with contemporary art, garden, bookstore, restaurant, chickens
Gallery with contemporary art, garden, bookstore, restaurant, chickens
"What can we find here? Hauser & Wirth has transformed an industrial former flour mill in the Arts District into an urban oasis with a garden, gallery, bookstore, and fantastic restaurant. What about its history? Founded in 1992 in Zurich, Hauser & Wirth has since grown to include outposts in Hong Kong, London, New York City, and beyond, making the institution a major force in the art world. The opening of the Los Angeles location was a feather in the cap of the flourishing Arts District scene. Programming here includes performances, film screenings, workshops, and artist-led conversations. Ever-changing exhibitions have recently included a retrospective of Annie Leibovitz's early works, as well as textiles and handmade wares from the Italian conceptual artist Piero Manzoni. What's it best known for? Hauser & Wirth is known for its curatorial reach—more than 75 estates worldwide—as well as its considerable research arm and its funding of up-and-coming artists. Museum visitors will be able to glimpse historic exhibitions, as well as the interactive programming that surrounds the key works. Who should we bring with us? This is a space for art buffs, and while it's certainly kid-friendly, the art may be a little bit too conceptual for tots. But with Manuela's fantastic brunch, Hauser & Wirth is an ideal destination for a weekend outing with friends. The space itself: What's it like? The gallery is breezy and has a great flow. There aren't a ton of spots to sit and observe inside the galleries themselves—but the common areas, restaurants, and garden offers plenty of opportunity to kick back with a coffee. Gift shop: obligatory, inspiring—or skip it? If art books are your jam, you'll be happy. How about the café—worth a stop? Manuela offers stunning California food in a rustic, laid-back setting with reclaimed materials and a lovely patio. Read: amazing day-drinking with food to match. And if we're a bit tight on time? You can zip through the space—no full-day dedication required." - Krista Simmons
"Founded in 1992 in Zurich, Hauser & Wirth has since grown to include outposts in Hong Kong, London, New York City, and beyond, making the institution a major force in the art world. The opening of the Los Angeles location was a feather in the cap of the flourishing Arts District scene. Programming here includes performances, film screenings, workshops, and artist-led conversations. Ever-changing exhibitions have recently included a spectacular installation by legendary Los Angeles artist David Hammons, as well as blacklight paintings by mid-20th Century Italian artist Lucio Fontana." - Krista Simmons
"I describe Hauser & Wirth as the art gallery in the Arts District that houses Manuela." - Farley Elliott
"The global gallery group run by Swiss dealers Iwan and Manuela Wirth operates multiple city and international locations and is the parent behind the hospitality venture; its artist roster supplies many of the high‑profile works installed in the restaurant, staff may direct acquisition inquiries to the gallery, and the enterprise appears to offer perks to represented talent while maintaining a distinction between its commercial art activities and its dining operations." - Matthew Schneier
"A globe‑spanning megagallery whose leadership has expanded into hospitality, positioning art and dining as complementary experiences; the organization operates offshoots that curate exhibitions within hotel- and restaurant-like properties and emphasizes broad public engagement with contemporary art." - Ella Quittner
