Hammer Blog

It's the end of the month, so it's time once again for Hammergram! We are fascinated by the photos our visitors take of the objects and spaces at the Hammer. Hammergram is a monthly round-up of our favorite visitor photos in the hopes that it will inspire you to share your own Hammer experience with us.

'Tis the season to reflect! This week, three of our HAMMER10 members look back at their favorite Hammer memories of the past year.

Like a lot of things, the Hammer Museum's staff Beer Committee started with a discussion around the water cooler. Four years later, we still take turns brewing beer and have an annual celebration to bring the staff together in merriment.

When a year is marked and scarred by divisiveness and loss, it can be difficult to carry on with business as usual. Fortunately for me, as assistant director of academic programs at the Hammer Museum, business as usual involves combating divisiveness by promoting tolerance, encouraging access for all, and fostering understanding despite any perceived or tangible barriers. My department’s work lifts me up.

An interview with January Parkos Arnall, curatorial associate, Public Engagement, to learn more about "In Real Life: 100 Days of Film and Performance."