About

Since its founding, the museum has been a leader in presenting and preserving the art of our time. When thirteen visionary women came together in 1962 to open the museum—then called the Fine Arts Patrons Pavilion Gallery—they shared a powerful conviction that Orange County needed a venue where important art could be enjoyed. From the seed of this idea, a small art gallery became the Newport Harbor Art Museum in 1968, the Orange County Museum of Art in 1997, and in 2025 the UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art.

Pritzker Prize-winning architect Thom Mayne is the founder of the influential studio Morphosis and co-founder of the prestigious Southern California Institute of Architecture. For more than 40 years, Morphosis has practiced at the intersection of architecture, urbanism, and design. With a team of more than 60 in Los Angeles, New York, Shanghai and Seoul, Morphosis focuses on rigorous research and innovation, prioritizing performance-driven design that is environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

Since its inception, the museum’s commitment to artists and audiences has been at the core of its activities, presenting the voices and work of influential artists and creative thinkers through innovative and ground-breaking exhibitions and programs. From new commissions, performances, public programs, workshops, and exciting community happenings, the museum’s program engages and sparks meaningful encounters with art and ideas.

The new UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art brings together two extraordinary legacies of collecting, research and exhibition—creating one of the most comprehensive art collections in California. The former Orange County Museum of Art’s collection comprises more than 4,600 objects, with a concentration on art produced during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Although not on permanent display, works from the collection appear regularly in our rotating exhibition program. Explore highlights of the collection of the former Orange County Museum of Art, with images and descriptions.

Museum membership offers opportunities to join our museum community and provides one-of-a-kind experiences to engage and inspire. Whether it is through the sponsorship of an exhibition, event, public or educational program, or by joining our Donor Circle membership program, you can take advantage of unique opportunities for entertainment, events and engagement.

Your annual donation provides essential support for the museum’s renowned exhibitions, dynamic programming for all ages, artist initiatives, collection care and more. Through the museum’s Donor Circle, you will experience a deeper connection with the museum through special events with curators, artists, museum leaders, exclusive curated travel, and behind-the-scenes access.

The museum is the perfect venue to host your wedding, corporate retreat, meeting, and/or film production. Our rooftop terrace with spectacular views is an oasis and the perfect backdrop for the most intimate or lavish events that guests will never forget. The museum offers dramatic architecture, a peaceful ambiance, and a variety of beautiful spaces for small to large-scale events. Whether you are looking to host an intimate gathering or a lavish affair, our team is here to make sure that your day is truly memorable. We have several event spaces, from our board room, Education Pavilion, Upper Plaza and garden terrace, that can accommodate groups of 10–400 people. Not only do you get access to a stunning event venue, but you also have the chance to collaborate with an acclaimed catering team brimming with creativity.

Rentals are a benefit of membership and revenue from private rentals helps sustain the museum’s programming and exhibitions. Thank you for your support! For more information, please call 714-780-2212 or email langsonevents@uci.edu.

Email: langsoninfo@uci.edu

Phone: 714-780-2130

Address: 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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