Natural History Museum
NHM is LA’s oldest museum building. Ongoing exhibitions include Age of Mammals, Nature Gardens, Hall of Birds, African and North American Diorama Halls, Gem and Mineral Hall, Nature Lab, Dino Lab, and the Visible Vault.
The Dinosaur Hall features more than 300 fossils and 20 skeletons on display. It’s the only place in the world where you can see a baby, juvenile, and sub-adult T.rex at the same time. Don’t miss out on Dinosaur Encounters, a live performance with life-size dinosaur puppets on select days (additional fee).
L.A. Underwater, lets you view nearly 40 fossils that were formed during L.A.’s prehistoric underwater past, use an interactive map to discover fossils near your neighborhood, see a holograph of an extinct squid-like animal, experience life-sized prehistoric animals, and more!
Check their website for guided tours and nature walks. Special family-friendly festivals and fairs are offered throughout the year.
L.A. County residents receive free museum admission 3-5 p.m. on weekdays. CA EBT cardholders with ID. Free tickets are available onsite only.
Natural History Museum
900 Exposition Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 763-DINO (3466)
