Museums

September 16, 2026

George Lucas’ Museum of Narrative Art Unveils Its First Exhibitions in Los Angeles

A striking new landmark is about to open in Los Angeles. The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will bring together more than 1,300 works that explore the universal tradition of storytelling through images. Founded by filmmaker George Lucas and philanthropist Mellody Hobson, the museum is the first institution dedicated to narrative art across cultures, centuries, and visual mediums. The 300,000-square-foot building contains more than 100,000 square feet of gallery space across more than 30 galleries.

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June 24, 2026

Obama Presidential Center Opens With a Tower Inspired by His Presidency and Chicago’s Architecture

The Obama Presidential Center opened to the public on June 19, 2026, and with it comes a a campus that is redefining the presidential library. Located in Jackson Park on Chicago’s South Side, the center is designed to be experienced, not just visited. It surrounds the neighborhood, with pathways and gathering spaces meant to draw people in naturally.

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May 31, 2026

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens Are an Altar to Art, Whimsy, and Community [Interview]

Philadelphia is known for its scrappy, authentic spirit. And out of its many cultural institutions, no place captures it quite like Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Created by artist Isaiah Zagar, this unique space is a sprawling environment covered in a myriad of mosaics, blurring the line between museum and artwork. With roughly 150,000 visitors per year, Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens has grown into one of the city’s main cultural attractions.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.