Desire, Knowledge, and Hope (with Smog)
The Broad
Nov 18 - April 7, 2024
The Broad is pleased to announce Desire, Knowledge, and Hope (with Smog), an exhibition drawn entirely from the Broad collection, showcasing works by Los Angeles-based artists. Drawing its title from a John Baldessari work, the exhibition includes reflections on LA as a city in flux, and on societal issues that extend far beyond it. The exhibition will be on view throughout the museum’s first floor galleries through April 7, 2024, and includes the work of 21 artists across varying generations who were raised in the Los Angeles area, such as Doug Aitken and Lari Pittman, or relocated to the city, including Catherine Opie and Mike Kelley. Desire, Knowledge, and Hope (with Smog) is made possible in part by generous support from East West Bank, Leading Partner of The Broad for six years.
Organized by The Broad’s Curator Ed Schad and Curatorial Assistant Jennifer Vanegas Rocha, the exhibition will feature several artists new to The Broad collection, including Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Sayre Gomez, and Joe Ray. It provides visitors the opportunity to discover how the museum’s collection continues to evolve, welcoming new voices and supporting some of the most ambitious artists working in Los Angeles. - museum website
