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Celebrate the art of piñatas, tour LA’s new movie museum
Piñatas are often the centerpiece at parties, birthdays, and quinciñeras. But they’re also artistic objects that have been overlooked. One art exhibit wants to change that: “ Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration ” at Craft in America in Mid-City.
By Steve Chiotakis • • 25m ListenPiñatas are often the centerpiece at parties, birthdays, and quinciñeras. But they’re also artistic objects that have been overlooked. One art exhibit wants to change that: “Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration” at Craft in America in Mid-City.
Also, Italian architect Renzo Piano has restored the 1939 May Company Building. It’s now the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which opens Thursday. Reusing the building preserves history and cuts the project’s carbon footprint.
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opens Thursday after the epic restoration of the 1939-era May Company Building.
Read the story14 minAt LA’s first-ever piñata exhibit, no blindfolds are necessary. Just bring your art appreciation
Piñatas are often the centerpiece at parties, birthdays, and quinciñeras. But they’re also artistic objects that have been overlooked. One art exhibit wants to change that: “Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration” at Craft in America in Mid-City.
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