Wende Museum
museumMuseum and cultural center focused on preserving and interpreting Cold War–era art, artifacts, and archives. Housed in a renovated National Guard Armory in Culver City, it is known for its extensive Eastern European and Soviet collections, rotating exhibitions, and public programs.
Upcoming Events (8)
Vipassana Meditation Practice Group
Join a Vipassana meditation practice group at The Wende Museum in Los Angeles. Practice isn’t just on the cushion—cultivate mindfulness in daily life with guided sessions and group discussion in a peaceful museum setting.
Bilingual Russian-English Storytime
Join The Wende Museum on Mar 28 at 10:30 for a bilingual Russian-English children's storytime featuring tales from its collection, inviting families to enjoy lively storytelling in a welcoming museum setting.
Culver City Book Festival 2026
A day-long celebration of Los Angeles literary culture at The Wende Museum, featuring author talks, panel discussions, book signings, and community readings.
Night of Ideas 2026
A free all-day Night of Ideas takeover at The Wende Museum featuring workshops, VR experiences, talks, live performances, and food trucks, blending culture and innovation in Los Angeles.
Nawruz (Spring) Festival
Celebrate Nowruz at The Wende Museum in Los Angeles with music, dance, crafts, and poetry welcoming spring and the Persian New Year; family-friendly activities and cultural performances in a museum setting.
S.U.T@LA – Vipassana Meditation Practice Group
Join the Vipassana meditation practice group at The Wende Museum in Los Angeles for a guided session exploring mindfulness beyond the cushion; a communal, accessible wellness event blending daily life with silent practice.
Bilingual Russian-English Storytime
Join the Wende Museum in Los Angeles for a bilingual Russian-English storytime for kids, featuring captivating tales from the collection told in a warm, family-friendly setting—perfect for little readers and curious families.
S.U.T@LA – Vipassana Meditation Practice Group
Join S.U.T@LA's Vipassana meditation practice at The Wende Museum in Los Angeles for a guided session that brings mindfulness off the cushion into daily life, in a welcoming museum setting.