The Getty Goes Gay!
What's better than one queer art exhibition? Two queer art exhibitions!
Open to non-members and guests—invite a friend to join the adventure! We’re especially pleased to welcome the Prime Timers of the Desert, who are invited to join us for this special event and outing.
Queer Lens: A History of Photography
11 AM Docent tour leaving from the lobby of The Getty research Institute, located west of the upper tram station. This group needs to split into two parts door side and driver side.
Since the mid-19th century, photography has served as a powerful tool for examining concepts of gender, sexuality, and self-expression. The immediacy and accessibility of the medium has played a transformative role in the gradual proliferation of homosocial, homoerotic, and homosexual imagery. Despite periods of severe homophobia, when many photographs depicting queer life were suppressed or destroyed, this exhibition brings together a variety of evidence to explore the medium’s profound role in shaping and affirming the vibrant tapestry of the LGBTQ+ community.
AND!
$3 Bill: Evidence of Queer Lives
1:00 PM Group 1
1:30 PM Group 2
Meet at lobby of the Getty research Institute.
$3 Bill celebrates the contributions of LGBTQ+ artists in the last century. From pioneers who explored sexual and gender identity in the first half of the 20th century, through the liberation movements and the horrors of the HIV/AIDS epidemics, to today ’s more inclusive and expansive understanding of gender, $3 Bill presents a journey of resilience, pride, and beauty.
We are planning an exclusive, private tour for the $3 Bill exhibit. Although, perhaps, we could give the guide a tour ourselves down memory lane!
Leave Palm Springs 6:45 AM, to get to the Getty Center by about 10AM when the Getty Center opens. Admission to the Getty Center and all the exhibits is free, there is no admission charge. We would have time to not only see the two exhibitions, but view some of the collections at the spectacular Getty Center, and/or tour the gardens and the wonderful city views.
Return to Palm Springs: Departure time is 3PM - Meet at the bus, located at the parking lot at 2:40 pm to load. Arrive Palm Springs approx. 6:30 pm, depending on traffic.
There are several options for lunch, Click here for details.
- Cafe: Self-service lunch with plentiful seating inside or out. Self-service lunch with plentiful seating inside or out. Location: Level below Plaza, Restaurant/Cafe building
- Garden Terrace Cafe: Closed
The Restaurant: Full service dining with views of the Santa Monica Mountains whether sitting indoors or out. Location: Plaza level, Restaurant/Cafe building, near the entrance to the Getty Research Institute. Hours: 11:30am–2:30pm Reservations Recommended: Call (310) 440-6600 or make a reservation through Open Table. Same-day reservations may be available. Inquire at the Restaurant entrance or at the Museum Information Desk.
- Trellis Bar & Lounge: From 2PM, grab a cocktail, and enjoy evening views of Getty architecture. A great way to finish the day!
- Picnicking!!! Bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy at any public seating area.
DETAILS:
Meet: 6:45 AM - Meeting place: Walmart parking lot on North side of the Walmart gas station across from PetSmart Palm Springs, Ramon/Crossley Map Departure promptly at 7 AM.
Bus loading here:
Open to non-members and guests. Invite a friend!
Registration fee is $68. Includes admission, bus parking, driver gratuity, snacks and beverages on the bus. Each person must register separtely.
Refunds for cancellations are available, minus a $10 service fee, provided there is a waitlist and the vacated spot is successfully filled.
Trip Leader: H.L. Todd contact: Email Click Here Assistant leader: Scott C.
