Blue Gold: The Art and Science of Indigo presents indigo through stunning objects of creative expression and the astonishing study of a chemical reaction.

Blue Gold is among more than 70 exhibitions and programs presented as part of Getty’s 2024 PST ART initiative, Art & Science Collide. Discover the roles of botany, chemistry, ecology, and economics in indigo cultivation and dive into a deeper appreciation for blue hues. Through workshops and talks led by local artists, including a Master Craftsman Lecture with Porfirio Gutiérrez and Dyeing Classes with Sarah Winston, be immersed in the world of indigo. There is magic in the transformation from plant to pigment.

Blue Gold is on view until March 2025.

Join us on the first Monday of every month for Senior Monday! Seniors 65 and better are invited to enjoy discounted admission, a show in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater and the opportunity to attend an engaging lecture about exciting scientific topics.

Blue Whales: Return of the Giants takes you on a journey of a lifetime to explore the world of the magnificent blue whale, a species rebounding from the brink of extinction. Blue whales are the largest animals ever to have lived—bigger than any dinosaur—yet we know surprisingly little about them.

Together with the Legacy Ukulele Ensemble, Peter Luongo will present a fun and educational workshop for attendees and a special ukulele performance.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own ukuleles or borrow one from the Museum. All skill levels can be incorporated, and everyone involved will feel the special thrill that comes from making music with others.