Inspiring human connections and mutual understanding through art

What We Do

  1. Visit

    The Getty Center's trademark round and square structures clad in travertine are pictured above the blossoming Central Garden under a blue sky with wispy clouds.

    Enjoy art, architecture, and gardens at our two unique locations: the Getty Center and the Getty Villa

  2. Art & Archives

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    Our art and research collections span ancient to modern times

  3. Research & Conservation

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    We conduct and support research and conservation of visual art and cultural heritage in Los Angeles and throughout the world

News & Stories

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  1. Irises in Bloom

    Article

    Devi Ormond kneels on the ground to inspect plant material while Dr. Boulon watches; they are in a field surrounded by trees

    Tracing Vincent van Gogh’s footsteps at the psychiatric clinic where he painted one of his most enduring works

    Oct 16, 2024

  2. Ancient Burials: Instructions (Not Always) Included

    Article

    White text over a gold background reads "Ancient Burials, instructions not always included"

    A look at life after death in the ancient world

    Oct 10, 2024

  3. Art Is the Best Medicine

    Article

    An image of a man smiling with his eyes closed. A butterfly sits on his nose. The background is orange on the left and red on the right

    How art transforms the mind and body

    Oct 9, 2024

Explore Our Work

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Van Gogh’s Irises: A Closer Look

Reconsidering Van Gogh’s Irises through material analysis and advanced imaging to understand its history and help ensure its preservation

Inverted image of Vincent van Gogh's painting "Irises" in which the colors are all in bright neons of blue, green and magenta.

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Explore tools and support for work and study in visual art and cultural heritage