Calabasas CA
10-18-2026 3:16pm

Celebrating a Century of the Light of Learning Exhibit thru 1/3/27

Celebrating a Century of the Light of Learning 
Thu, Jan 29 2026 - Sun, Jan 3 2027

Getty Gallery

This exhibition, curated by the staff of Central Library Services, highlights the history and current offerings of Central Library's unique subject departments, what goes on behind the scenes, along with touching on the 100-year history of this cultural landmark.

The Centrals That Never Were

The Los Angeles Public Library system existed for over fifty years before it got a dedicated Central Library. Along the way, there were many Angelenos with many ideas of where their library should be located, and what it should look like. This exhibition explores these turn-of-the-century ideas, along with a host of 1970s design recommendations when Central Library was threatened with demolition.

The Artwork That Never Was

When Central Library was renovated and expanded in the early 1990s, twelve pieces of public art were approved, but only six were implemented, due to budget restraints. Come learn about the other six and explore what could have been.

Annenberg Gallery

Central Library became an instant architectural treasure when it opened in 1926, and its reputation grew when it reopened in 1993 after a major renovation. Come meet the architects, artists, and the philosopher who worked together to create Central Library as we know it today.

History & Genealogy Department

Central Library broke ground on January 14, 1924, and was officially dedicated on July 15, 1926. Journey to the past and view the construction progress with images from the Los Angeles Public Library's historic Photo Collection.

3rd Floor Atrium outside Literature & Fiction

The Central Library Time Capsule is now on view on the 3rd floor Atrium of the Bradley Wing of Central Library, outside the Literature & Fiction Department. In addition to the time capsule(s), there are two cases on either side of the atrium that include contents from the larger 1925 time capsule and the smaller 1881 Normal School time capsule

Events Calendar | Los Angeles Public Library

  • Winnie-the-Pooh Read-Aloud Marathon

    Winnie-the-Pooh read aloud marathon. Free copies of the anniversary edition for the first 10 readers. We'll read the whole book.

    • Date:10/24/2026
    • Time:9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Location:Sun Valle

Central 100 Celebration: Accordion Book Making for Adults & Teens

Learn about book making and celebrate 100 years of the Central Library.

  • Date:11/4/2026
  • Time:4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location:Cahuenga

Central 100: Linoleum Printmaking - Cards and Broadsides

Join us in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Los Angeles Central Library and explore the art of linocut printing at this special event. Nova Community Arts will teach attendees how to design, carve and print a linoleum block as a broadside…

Thu, Jan 29 2026 - Sun, Jan 3 2027

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Los Angeles, CA 90071
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