BE ADVISED: On Friday, May 15, the North American Mammal Hall and African Mammal Hall on Level 1 will be closed in preparation for Bug Fair. The North American Mammal Hall on Level 2 will remain open.

BE ADVISED: On Thursday, May 14, USC Commencement ceremonies at the LA Memorial Coliseum will impact traffic, parking, and wayfinding around the Natural History Museum. Please plan your visit accordingly, and consider riding the Metro E (Expo) Line and exiting at USC/Expo station.

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Upcoming Event

Night of Wonder

Join us for our reimagined annual gala, celebrating NHMLAC’s commitment to inspiring wonder and curiosity for our natural world.

Date

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 6–10 pm

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Dino Ball is now Night of Wonder!

Join us for a magical evening at the Natural History Museum as we celebrate our reimagined annual gala, Night of Wonder! Step into our enchanted garden evening as we celebrate NHMLAC’s commitment to inspiring wonder and curiosity for our natural world.

Evening highlights to include: 

  • Cocktails on the Commons Plaza
  • Dinner and program in the Gardens

To sponsor the event, purchase tickets or a table, or make a donation, visit Night of Wonder 2025.

For questions and more information, please contact Danielle Gordon at dgordon@nhm.org or 213.763.3379.