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Nature

Exhibitions

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

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

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Living Wall

Where stone meets soil.

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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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Comedero Para Pájaros

Comedero Para Pájaros: Atraiga pájaros a su jardín construyendo su propio comedero para pájaros.

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Nature Loteria

Nature Loteria: Try to find as many items in nature that are listed on the game board to win Loteria.

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Lotería de la Naturaleza

Lotería de la Naturaleza: Intenta encontrar la mayor cantidad de elementos en la naturaleza que figuran en el tablero de juego para ganar Lotería.

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Eggshell Herb Garden

Eggshell Herb Garden: Turn empty eggshells into a mini indoor herb garden.

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Jardín de Hierbas en Cáscaras de Huevo

Jardín de Hierbas en Cáscaras de Huevo: Convierta las cáscaras de huevo en un pequeño jardín de hierbas dentro de su casa.

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