Benjamin Creme Museum of Art
The Benjamin Creme Museum of Art is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the artistic and philosophical work of British artist and esotericist Benjamin Creme. Established in 2013, the museum focuses on Creme’s distinctive mandala paintings, which blend abstract expressionism with spiritual symbolism rooted in Tibetan and Indian esoteric traditions[1][3][4].

Overview
Founded to highlight Creme’s contributions as an artist and visionary, the museum emphasizes his role as a proponent of the Ageless Wisdom Teachings, a philosophical framework popularized by figures such as Helena Blavatsky and Alice Bailey. Creme’s artwork, described as "stylistically groundbreaking," employs mandalas as tools for meditation, aiming to evoke higher states of consciousness through geometric patterns and vibrant colors[2][3].

Artistic Philosophy
Creme’s paintings function as "visual mantras," designed to transmit spiritual energies through concentrated viewing. Rejecting traditional mandala forms, his works synthesize abstract aesthetics with esoteric symbolism, representing cosmic and metaphysical concepts. The museum’s visitors frequently describe profound experiential shifts, noting the art’s capacity to bypass intellectual interpretation and resonate directly with the viewer’s subconscious[1][2][5].

Cultural and Spiritual Context
Beyond its artistic mission, the institution contextualizes Creme’s broader work as a global advocate for the emergence of Maitreya, a figure he described as a coming "World Teacher." His lectures and writings, disseminated through the Share International organization, emphasized humanitarian ideals and the spiritual evolution of humanity[3][4].

Reception
The museum has garnered attention for its unique focus on spiritually transformative art, with visitors praising its immersive environment and the vivid energy of Creme’s compositions. While the museum holds a niche position within Los Angeles’ art scene, it attracts audiences interested in the intersection of art, mysticism, and consciousness studies[2][5].

[1] https://www.benjamincrememuseum.org [2] https://www.benjamincrememuseum.org/about-us [3] https://www.benjamincrememuseum.org/benjamin-creme [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/46-2169048 [5] https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g32655-d23992740-Reviews-Benjamin_Creme_Museum_Of_Art-Los_Angeles_California.html