The Broad
Los Angeles · United States · Founded 2015
Good for: Art Lovers · First-timers · Photography
2,000
Works in Collection
900,000
Annual Visitors
90 minutes
Recommended Visit
Quick answer
The Broad in Los Angeles, United States. Admission: ✓ Free general admission (timed entry required). Hours: Tuesday to Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. A contemporary art museum on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles, housing the Eli and Edythe Broad collection — Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room, Basquiat, Koons, and post-war American art.
About The Broad
The Broad opened on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles in September 2015, housing the 2,000-work collection of Eli and Edythe Broad — one of the world's most important holdings of postwar and contemporary art. The building, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, features a distinctive 'veil and vault' facade of fiberglass-reinforced concrete that filters natural light into the galleries below.
General admission is free, though timed-entry tickets are required and often booked weeks in advance — a policy that reflects both the Broads' philanthropic mission and the museum's enormous popularity. The collection concentrates on artists who defined American art from the 1950s onward: Jean-Michel Basquiat, Jeff Koons, Cindy Sherman, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Barbara Kruger, and Kara Walker among them.
Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room — The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away is the museum's most in-demand experience, requiring a separate free timed ticket with 45-second entry slots. The Broad sits directly across Grand Avenue from Walt Disney Concert Hall and steps from MOCA, forming the cultural heart of Bunker Hill.
With roughly 900,000 visitors annually, The Broad has become one of the most visited contemporary art museums in the world despite — or because of — its free admission model. The collection continues to grow, with recent acquisitions emphasizing diverse voices in contemporary art.
90 minutes highlights route
A focused route through 4 must-see highlights at The Broad without museum fatigue. · 90 minutes
- 1
Infinity Mirrored Room — The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away
📍 Special exhibition space, 1st Floor
Kusama's immersive mirrored chamber filled with LED lights that appear to extend infinitely in all directions.
- 2
Balloon Dog (Blue)
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
A monumental stainless-steel sculpture mirroring the form of a twisted balloon animal, polished to a mirror finish.
- 3
Untitled (1981)
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
An early Basquiat canvas from the year the artist transitioned from street graffiti to gallery painting.
- 4
Under the Table
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
An oversized dining table and chairs scaled to make adult visitors feel child-sized.
Masterworks & must-see highlights
The works that define The Broad — and why they matter.
Infinity Mirrored Room — The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away
Yayoi Kusama · 2013
📍 Special exhibition space, 1st Floor
Kusama's immersive mirrored chamber filled with LED lights that appear to extend infinitely in all directions. Visitors enter alone for 45 seconds — one of the most sought-after art experiences in Los Angeles.
Balloon Dog (Blue)
Jeff Koons · 1994–2000
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
A monumental stainless-steel sculpture mirroring the form of a twisted balloon animal, polished to a mirror finish. One of the most recognizable works of 1990s art and a cornerstone of the Broad collection.
Untitled (1981)
Jean-Michel Basquiat · 1981
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
An early Basquiat canvas from the year the artist transitioned from street graffiti to gallery painting. The Broad holds multiple Basquiats, making it one of the deepest collections of his work in any museum.
Under the Table
Robert Therrien · 1994
📍 Broad Collection Gallery, 3rd Floor
An oversized dining table and chairs scaled to make adult visitors feel child-sized. One of the most photographed and playful works in the collection, inviting physical interaction with scale and memory.
Collections & highlights
- • Pop Art — Warhol, Lichtenstein, Rosenquist
- • Contemporary American painting and sculpture
- • Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrored Room
- • Jeff Koons — multiple works including Balloon Dog
- • Jean-Michel Basquiat — one of the deepest museum holdings
- • Cindy Sherman Untitled Film Stills
- • Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and 1980s New York
- • Rotating special exhibitions from the Broad collection
Frequently asked questions
Is The Broad free to enter?
Yes — general admission is free but requires a timed-entry ticket booked online in advance. The Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrored Room requires a separate free timed ticket.
How far in advance should I book The Broad tickets?
Book as early as possible — especially for weekends and the Kusama room, which can sell out weeks ahead. Same-day tickets are sometimes available on weekday mornings.
How long should I spend at The Broad?
Plan 90 minutes for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.
What is The Broad best known for?
A contemporary art museum on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles, housing the Eli and Edythe Broad collection — Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrored Room, Basquiat, Koons, and post-war American art. Key highlights include Pop Art — Warhol, Lichtenstein, Rosenquist, Contemporary American painting and sculpture, Yayoi Kusama Infinity Mirrored Room.
How do I get tickets for The Broad?
✓ Free general admission (timed entry required) General admission always free · Infinity Mirrored Room requires separate timed ticket. Advance timed-entry booking is strongly recommended. Official site: https://www.thebroad.org/
What is the standby line at The Broad?
On weekdays, The Broad maintains a standby line for visitors without advance tickets. Wait times vary from 30 minutes to over two hours depending on demand. Weekends and holidays typically do not offer standby entry. Standby does not guarantee access to the Kusama Infinity Mirrored Room — that always requires a reserved timed ticket.
Can you visit The Broad and MOCA on the same day?
Yes — MOCA Grand Avenue is a 3-minute walk from The Broad on the same Bunker Hill block. MOCA charges admission (free for LA County residents after 3 PM on weekdays) while The Broad is free. Many visitors do The Broad in 90 minutes and MOCA in 60–90 minutes, then walk to Grand Central Market for lunch.
How long is the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Room experience?
Each visitor enters the Infinity Mirrored Room alone for exactly 45 seconds. Only one person at a time is permitted. Separate timed tickets are required in addition to general admission and typically sell out within hours of release. Arrive at your Kusama slot 10 minutes early — late arrivals forfeit the slot.
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