The Hammer Museum at UCLA 
is the perfect way to spend a
weekend afternoon (and it’s free)!
“The Hammer Museum champions the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light, to experience the unexpected, to ignite our imaginations, and inspire change.”
I definitely was inspired to look at art in a new way after my time at the Hammer. 
The courtyard has Spun Chairs by Heatherwick Studio. They were the best part of the museum. At first one is a little apprehensive about taking a whirl in the chair, but once you’ve spun around once, you do not want to stop. It’s a very different experience, especially when it has the functionality of a chair, but with the added spinning factor!
There are several exhibitions, all appealing to a variety of artistic interests.
My favorite was Perfect Likeness: Photography and Composition. Definitely check it out if you love photography and want to be inspired.
To learn more about the Hammer Museum and the current exhibitions visit: http://hammer.ucla.edu/
