Guided Experiences

We have a range of daily programs to experience. See our latest offerings below and join us during your next visit to NHM.

Leslie Gordon holding a tan and brown patterned snake

MEET A LIVE ANIMAL
Meet and greet some of our resident live animals, from snakes to tortoises to bugs.

  • Daily, 3 pm–approx. 3:30 pm
  • Free with Museum Admission

 

Children with magnifying glasses looking at flowers

NATURE GARDENS EXPLORATION
Drop by the Nature Gardens to explore L.A. wildlife with a Museum Educator.

  • Weekends, 11 am–12 pm
  • Free with Museum Admission

 

Green, yellow, and orange shapes on black background

SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPE DEMO
Learn how we use this important tool in discoveries about our natural world. 

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11–11:30 am
  • Free with Museum Admission

 

Closeup of dinosaur puppet heads facing each other

DINOSAUR ENCOUNTERS
Catch our engaging and fun live performance featuring NHM's life-size dinosaur puppets.

  • Thursday–Saturday, 15-min performance
  • Additional ticket required/Free for Members