Child looking at painting in an exhibit

We exist to inspire wonder.

As you walk through our galleries, you’ll discover moments of calm, inspiration, and awe. We warmly invite you to explore all that UC Irvine Langson IMCA has to offer.

Admission to the Museum is always free.

Child looking at painting in an exhibit
Benjamin Brown, Autumn Glory, circa 1920, Oil on canvas, 28 x 36 in. UC Irvine Jack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art, Gift of The Irvine Museum.

Common Ground: Early 20th-Century Artist Communities in Southern California

Curated by UCI graduate students, this exhibition delves into the vibrant artistic communities of Los Angeles, Laguna Beach, and La Jolla, showcasing how these locales fostered a distinctive aesthetic in response to Southern California’s ever-evolving landscape and cultural transformations in the early 20th century.

Benjamin Brown, Autumn Glory, circa 1920, Oil on canvas, 28 x 36 in. UC Irvine Jack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art, Gift of The Irvine Museum.

Songs of Common Ground: Voices of a Creative Community

Members of the UCI Chamber Singers will present a selection of choral works inspired by themes of the current exhibition to create an immersive experience celebrating creativity and community.

Free Artmakng for All Ages!

During open gallery hours, we invite you to make your own zine—an expressive way to share your perspective and connect with others who share your interests. No experience needed, just bring your creativity!

Beyond the Frame: Impressions of California

Experience this exhibition online through September 12, 2025

In Focus Gallery & Reading Lounge at IMCA

In Focus gallery and Reading Lounge

The newly opened In Focus gallery and Reading lounge showcase Post War and contemporary art from Langson IMCA’s collection, which includes works from the Buck Collection, donated artworks, and recent acquisitions.

In Focus Gallery & Reading Lounge at IMCA