Los Angeles, CA -

In downtown Los Angeles there is an area where some of the tallest skyscrapers are found called Bunker Hill. The two major attractions that are wheelchair accessible is the LA Philharmonic and a little further up the street is the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). If you are only into fine art then this is no museum for you, but for those who enjoy masterpieces of abstract expressionism and pop art then it is a must see. The MOCA’s permanent collection of American and European art created since 1940 consists of approximately 5,000 objects in all visual media. There are also recent works by young and emerging artists.Furthermore, like most art museums, there are special exhibits: see what’s there now and what’s to come.

On the weekend, this business district is almost deserted so street parking at a meter is very realistic. Even during the week you have a good chance; otherwise, there is a parking structure on the same side of the street as MOCA about 500 feet away. There is a handicapped spot directly in front of the museum, but ironically there is no curb cutout for easy sidewalk access; instead, one must travel up the street a ways to a cross walk or be assisted up the curb. Unless, of course, you have the skills to go up yourself.

After purchasing a ticket you can access the museum by taking the lift (shown in a photo below) up a level, then through the glass doors immediately to your right, and finally take the elevator down to the main floor of the museum. Each floor of the museum is completely flat and smooth. In one area there is a long ramp with a mid-point rest area. Along this ramp is the cafe on an outdoor patio. Wheelchair accessible restrooms are available.

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