Lectures on Tap - "The Art of Trader Joe's"
Schedule
Tue Jan 06 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Arts District | Los Angeles, CA
About this Event
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📚 Lecture: “The Art of Trader Joe's”
🎤 Speaker: Author, Julie Averbach
Join us for a delightful evening with Julie Averbach as she uncovers the artistic treasures hidden within Trader Joe’s. This fascinating lecture reveals how the store's artwork—from eye-catching product packaging to handmade murals and signs—creates a vibrant shopping experience.
Julie will explore the surprising historical origins of Trader Joe’s art, showcasing everything from the ancient Roman sculpture featured on Caesar Salad to the Art Nouveau icons decorating store wine labels. After visiting over 150 Trader Joe’s locations nationwide, she will share her research that promises to change the way you perceive this beloved grocery chain.
Julie Averbach is the author of The Art of Trader Joe’s and holds a B.A. in Art History & Psychology from Yale University. She has been recognized as a Trader Joe's expert in leading publications, including The New York Times, CNN, CNBC, and Artnet News. Additionally, Julie is the Founder & CEO of smARTee, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to the arts through live virtual museum tours.
Don’t miss this engaging opportunity to see Trader Joe’s in a whole new light with Julie Averbach!
Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌
Agenda
7:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.
7:55 PM – Host introduction
8:00 PM – Lecture begins
8:45 PM – Audience Q&A
9:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round
9:30 PM – Wrap up.
Where is it happening?
Arts District, Arts District, Los Angeles, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 39.19



















