Spider Pavilion and Nature Gardens are open. The indoor museum remains closed. Advanced timed-tickets are required. Learn how to visit safely.

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THE NHM EXPERIENCE

We are happy to welcome guests back to our outdoor Spider Pavilion. View our Spider Pavilion page for more information.

Plus, make sure to explore our online exhibitions, Spiky, Hairy, Shiny: Insects of L.A. and Rise Up L.A.: A Century of Votes for Women. Our indoor exhibitions are currently closed.

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Outdoor Exhibit

Spider Pavilion

Walk among spiders and their magnificent webs in this unique, open-air experience!

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Museum Highlights

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P-22

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What Blows YOUR Mind?

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Nature Gardens at NHM

Experience the L.A. wildlife all around us.
Explore urban nature

Ongoing Exhibitions

Check out what we've got!
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Dinosaur Hall

The T. rex trio and beyond
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Live Animal Program

Did you know we have a team of professional animal keepers? They take excellent care of all vertebrate and invertebrate animals on view at the museum.

Get up close

Ways to explore

Browse our suggested itineraries.