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Exhibitions

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Nature Lab

Live animals and hands-on interactives show you L.A.’s wild side.

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NHMLA's Discovery Center
Discovery Center

Dig for dinosaurs, wonder at live insects, and organize your own diorama.

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Yellow and black malachite butterfly resting on purple flower
Butterfly Pavilion

Watch butterflies take flight around you in this seasonal exhibition.

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Spider Pavilion

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

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Pollinator Meadow

Flowers are blooming, seeds are ripening, and wildlife is paying attention!

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Clasificando insectos
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Bug Hotels

Create your own bug hotel for your garden and see who comes to visit!

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Hotel Para Bichos

¡Crea su propio hotel para bichos para su jardín y mira quién viene a visitar!

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Caterpillar Races activity - finished craft
Carreras de Orugas

Crea su propia oruga. ¡Después, compite contra su familia o amigos en una carrera de orugas!

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Insect Symmetry

Use one of our templates to make your very own symmetrical insect.

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