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.

NHM's Community Science Projects

Collaborate with NHM scientists to explore the wild side of your city

NHM houses more than 35 million specimens and artifacts, and each one helps tell the story of what's happening in our natural and cultural world beyond its walls. You can help tell that story by contributing to one of our Community Science programs. Whether you're wondering what all those squirrels are up to, on the slimy trail of a mysterious snail, or curious about what's flocking in L.A., our Community Science Program welcomes you to join in exploring Los Angeles.

Want to learn more? Check out all of our Community Science programs below.

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Community Science

Community science (sometimes called citizen science) mobilizes volunteers to work alongside scientists to help answer questions about the world.

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