""Nineteenth-century museums were a lot about categorization and knowledge, but we live in modern Los Angeles, where migration and interconnectedness are so essential to our daily life," Govan told a crowd at a press preview this week."
"LACMA has been the subject of endless debate and controversy, as critics have attacked everything from its blob-like, grey, concrete form that pours across Wilshire Boulevard to its staggering $720 million budget."
"At the same time, Govan has worked tirelessly to drum up support - and money - for the building, securing $150 million from media mogul David Geffen, for whom the new galleries are named."
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art's new building opens this weekend, transforming its campus into a cohesive structure. Directed by Michael Govan, the project aims to redefine museum experiences by emphasizing thematic connections rather than traditional categorizations. Despite a budget increase to $720 million and criticism of its design, Govan has secured significant funding, including a historic $150 million donation from David Geffen. The museum's new direction has also led to donor concerns, impacting its relationships with long-time supporters.
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