Beginning March 11, we will reopen our outdoor spaces to welcome guests back to our Nature Gardens and Butterfly Pavilion. The inside of the museum remains closed. Advanced timed-tickets are required for all guests. View our COVID-19 Safety Guidelines for more information.

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Our Exhibitions

Telling stories about L.A. and the world.

We are happy to welcome guests back to our outdoor Butterfly Pavilion as the first phase of our reopening. View our Butterfly Pavilion page for more information. Plus, make sure to explore our online exhibitions, virtual tours, and more. 

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Special Exhibition

NHM Butterfly Pavilion Opening Soon!

Timed-tickets to our outdoor Butterfly Pavilion and Nature Gardens will be available March 8. Members see it FREE and first with Preview Days beginning March 11, followed by our public reopening on March 18. Limited tickets available.

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Online Exhibitions

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Rise Up L.A. artwork showing protester

Rise Up LA: A Century of Votes for Women

portrait of mantispid insect

Spiky, Hairy, Shiny: Insects of L.A.

Explore the Dino Hall

A virtual visit to the Age of Dinosaurs. Choose your language.

Photograph of the Dino Hall exhibit

Dino Hall Virtual Tour

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Take the tour

Special Exhibitions

At this time our indoor exhibitions are currently closed.

Ongoing Exhibitions

At this time our indoor exhibitions are currently closed.

NHMLA's Discovery Center

Discovery Center

Dig for dinosaurs, wonder at live insects, and organize your own diorama.
Discover the natural world

Iconic Museum Moments