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Exhibitions

The Woolsey Fire in Southern California seen from Malibu Canyon Road.

For many years, we've been adding fuel to the fire.

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Where stone meets soil.

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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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Butterfly Pavilion

Watch butterflies take flight around you in this seasonal exhibition.

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Wild L.A. with a Squirrel!

Join Acorn Jones (the only squirrel we have on staff) for a hike from Wild L.A.

Alligator lizard coitus 2021 by iNat user James

Look Out for Amorous Alligator Lizards

Spring is mating season for alligator lizards. From Baja California to British Columbia, we need your help to study their mating behavior.

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NHM's Community Science Projects

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

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How To Take Pictures For Science

Your photos can help science get a better picture of our natural world

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How To Look For Nature

Everyday is Earth Day when you know how to find nature where ever you are.

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Fishes Across America: Kentucky Is for Darters

Two darter fish, one Bluegrass State

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Insects specimens pinned in white boxes

Clasificando insectos

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Insects specimens pinned in white boxes

Classifying Insects

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Collect And Observe Bugs At Home

Learn about simple ways to collect and observe bugs with materials you have at home.

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Celebrate Nature in L.A.

Celebrate Nature in L.A.

Online programming celebrating L.A. Nature Fest is now available!

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DIY Bird Feeder

DIY Bird Feeder: Attract birds to your garden by building your own bird feeder.

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