LACMA Presents First Large-Scale Exhibition on Brockman Gallery, 1967–1990

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Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 1 min read
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The Facts

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is presenting "The Brockman Gallery: Los Angeles, 1967–1990," the first large-scale exhibition dedicated to the history and impact of the Brockman Gallery. The show features rich archival material and over 60 works of art across media, highlighting the artistic experimentation, intellectual exchange, and intergenerational dialogue that defined the gallery for more than two decades. No opening date for the exhibition has been disclosed.

The Signal

The exhibition marks a significant institutional effort to center the legacy of a pioneering African American-owned gallery that was a hub for Black artists and intellectuals in Los Angeles during a transformative period. For collectors and curators, the show signals a growing recognition of the importance of historically underrepresented galleries and the need to preserve their archives. It also underscores LACMA’s ongoing commitment to reexamining Los Angeles’ art history through a more inclusive lens.

  • Galleries: Brockman Gallery
  • Museums: Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
  • Locations: Los Angeles
Originally via LACMA · Curated by The Cultural Signal

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