... to inspire wonder, discovery, and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds.
Welcome to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County!
Visit one of the world’s most extensive and valuable collections of natural and cultural history. As the largest natural and historical museum in the Western United States and an active research center, NHM safeguards more than 35 million spectacular, diverse specimens and artifacts covering 4.5 billion years of history.
Weekends at NHM Each weekend at NHM features a variety of things to see and do. Find activities for families, adults, and the generally curious!
Spider Pavilion The Spider Pavilion is thrilling to see, with nothing to fear! Opening September 21. For a full description and list of special events click here.
Thomas the T. rex Lab Witness an earth-shaking discovery as the Museum's paleontology team prepares the fossil of the Tyrannosaurus rex nicknamed “Thomas” in a specially designed exhibit room and lab.
Now Open on Level 2.
Gallery Renovation Update Keep up to date on the exciting changes and new exhibit plans in the Museum. (Photo by Annie wells/Los Angeles Times)
Overnight Adventures NHM really does come to life at night! Make real casts of dinosaur fossils, take a flashlight tour of the La Brea Tar Pits, wake up with butterflies and so much more…
Online Exhibits Can’t make it to NHM today? You can still explore exhibits about animals, culture, art and history right from your computer.