
Pond
Where there’s water, there’s life. Discover the animals that live in or visit this pond and the native plants that thrive here.
Explore the Nature Gardens, our urban wildlife wonderland. Over 600 kinds of plants—including California natives and others from around the world—make a home for birds, butterflies, lizards, squirrels, and more!
As part of our Spider Pavilion reopening, we will also be opening portions of the Nature Gardens for guests to explore. Enter through our North Entrance and enjoy a stroll through our gardens on the way to the Spider Pavilion. To ensure a safe visit, follow the signs as they guide you in the one-way directional flow to the Pavilion.
Advance, timed-tickets to the Spider Pavilion are needed to enter the Nature Gardens during this time.
Plants and animals are up to something every single day in the Nature Gardens. While NHM remains closed, we encourage you to discover the sights and sounds of spring near you! Can you find these plants in your own gardens and neighborhoods?
You can also follow along with the Nature Gardens on Instagram for the latest tips, updates and activities!
You can see familiar plants and discover something new at these special spots in the Nature Gardens.
View a map of the Nature Gardens.