David Geffen Pledges Historic $150 Million to the Building LACMA Campaign

(Los Angeles, October 4, 2017)—The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) announced today that philanthropist and entertainment executive David Geffen has pledged $150 million toward the museum’s new galleries. The largest single cash gift from an individual in the museum’s history, Geffen's philanthropic support also makes him the largest individual donor to the Building LACMA campaign. The new Peter Zumthor-designed building will be called the David Geffen Galleries in honor of his extraordinary gift.