The IAO is an experimental lab, gallery, and reference library that hosts special events, exhibitions and classes.
HOURS
The IAO is a working space, and while we are often there, we are not always open to the public.
Join us:
+ during special events (check our calendar of events)
+ by appointment
+ by happenstance
+ during public open hours. Our summer open hours are Thursdays from 1-5pm
Appointments are strongly encouraged—please email us at hello@artandolfaction.com.
Note: The Institute for Art and Olfaction will be shut for the summer break from August 14-31, 2026.
LOCATION + ACCESS
We are located in Los Angeles’ historic Chinatown neighborhood, on a pedestrian street that also hosts galleries, souvenir shops, production companies, design studios, and two very cool parrots.
The IAO is wheelchair accessible. There is a 1.5 inch cement lip at the front door.
Street Address:
932 Chung King Road
Los Angeles CA. 90012
Contact us:
(213) 616-1744 (voice mail only)
hello@artandolfaction.com
The fastest way to get in touch with us is by emailing hello@artandolfaction.com.
HOW TO FIND US
Chung King Road is a pedestrian-only road that runs parallel to Hill Street, between Hill St and Yale St.
You can access Chung King Road from the north and south ends or from the main entry to Hill street: This can be accessed on Hill, next to Foo Chow Restaurant (which we highly recommend), smack dab in the middle of the block between the 110 off-ramp and College St, on the North-West side. Look for the little fountain/water feature, walk past it and hang a left into Chung King Road. We’re at the end of the street, on the left.
Here’s a link to the Google Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1wew4Yzud0K6UKWmb1hPrsP6rBfXua8k&usp=sharing
PARKING
STREET PARKING: There is plenty of metered street parking in the neighborhood around the IAO.
PAID LOTS: There is a paid lot on the north-east side of Chung King Road, off Hill Street. There are also several other paid lots around the neighborhood, including a large one on Bernard Street between Hill and Broadway. Check out the Parkopedia page for a list of parking garages and lots near us.
Go Metro!
We are located just three quick blocks from the Chinatown Metro station, served by the gold line. Plan your trip here: http://www.metro.net/