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Artist Ai Weiwei’s installation assembled from LEGO® bricks illuminated our shared humanity.
Robert Robert Wedemeyer Wedemeyer
The Skirball reopened its doors in May of 2021 to a culture of perspectives drastically altered by the events of the past year. In addition to experiencing the devastations of the pandemic, our nation and the world witnessed numerous instances of police brutality toward Black people, a staggering rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, and a disturbing surge in anti-Semitism. In response to these atrocities, a groundswell of social justice advocates found their voice. Demanding respect for human dignity became a global movement. In the midst of this historic moment, the exhibition Ai Weiwei: Trace opened at the Skirball, underscoring how resistance is integral to upholding the American ideals of freedom and equality.
