Natural History Museum

We are open today from 9:30 am to 5 pm.

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Upcoming Event

First Fridays: Amplified

From bold performances to big ideas, find your rhythm at First Fridays: AMPLIFIED—an after-hours celebration of sound, science, and connection.

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Summer Camp

Adventures in Nature Camps 2025

Give your child a summer of discovery at NHM! Kids in grades K to 5 explore dinosaurs, the natural world, and more through exciting hands-on camps.

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Seasonal Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion

Wonder takes flight at the Museum in this seasonal exhibition – now open!

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Grand Opening

NHM Commons

Our new wing is now open.

Start Exploring

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Global Event

2025 City Nature Challenge

Join an international effort to document nature in cities, taking place from April 25 to 28.

What's On

Exhibitions, Events & More

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See T. REX 3D in the New Commons Theater

Don’t miss this captivating science adventure celebrating the greatest of all tyrants.

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First Fridays: Amplified

On May 2, explore "Experiencing Sound," an evening that delves into how deaf and hard of hearing communities engage with sound—and how museums, concerts, and venues create immersive and accessible experiences.

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Live Performance

Ocean Encounters

Take the plunge with NHM's live puppet show. Ocean Encounters takes you under the sea and into the prehistoric past.

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Upcoming Festival

39th Annual Bug Fair

Join us on May 17 and 18 for the 39th annual Bug Fair – meet extraordinary insects, get hands-on with fun activities, and discover the fascinating world of bugs. Tickets on sale now!

Highlights

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Plan Your Visit

Make the most of your museum visit with this essential information.

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Experience the Museum

Discover endless possibilities from exhibitions to events to activities and more.

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Explore unique and thought-provoking exhibitions that inspire curiosity and wonder.

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Dive into surprising stories that illuminate museum research, collections, and L.A culture.

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Celebrate Earth Month!

This month, we’re showcasing the work museum scientists and community scientists are doing with videos and stories that celebrate Earth Day on April 19 and highlight how you can make a difference for our planet.

Stories

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The Lights Below

A new study shines a light on the bioluminescence in the rare fish

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Congratulations, Banana Slugs!

California finally has a state slug, just in time for Snail Search 2025!

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Year of the Snake

Celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year, Year of the Snake, with highlights from the collection

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Wheel Through The Museum

Explore the collections of the Natural History Museum through the lens of wheels!

Videos

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NHM's Mammalogy Collection with NATGEO's Ronan Donovan & Dr. Xiaoming Wang

Explore our Mammalogy collection with the photographer behind "Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan."

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Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan | Stories Behind the Exhibition Photos

Take a deep dive into three photos from the exhibit "Wolves: Photography by Ronan Donovan."

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The Story of NHM Commons

Experience how the Museum’s new wing and community hub came to be.

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First Fridays: AMPLIFIED

Enjoy a discussion with Dr. Yewande Pearse and Jeff Rice about sound and nature.

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In L.A.

NHM Online Presents L.A. on Wheels

Curating a Legacy

Hrach Gevrikyan | Velo Pasadena Bicycle Shop

Celebrate Armenian Heritage Month

At NHM there’s something for everyone!

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Gems & Minerals

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