Santa Ana – Through February 28, 2021: The exhibition celebrates The Walt Disney Company on the 50th anniversary of its archives, with behind-the-scenes access never before granted to the public. The 10,000-square-feet traveling exhibit, which premiered at D23 Expo Japan in 2018, will offer several rare items only on loan to the Bowers. Read More
Irvine – Pretend City Children’s Museum is an interconnected city designed for children (infant-8). The city is comprised of a grocery store, farm, doctor’s office, art studio, amphitheater, beach, marina, construction site and many other exhibits. At Pretend City, children learn through role play based on real-world experience. Read More
El Segundo – See a collection 130+ vintage, antique and muscle cars. Kids can participate in a scavenger hunt, and visit the kids area and 1950s themed ice cream parlor. Read More
Los Angeles – Check out the the new kid-friendly movie studio, weekend gold panning, or one of their other family-friendly exhibits. Free admission on the second Tuesday of the month. Read More
Los Angeles – Highlighting art, history, and culture of African Americans. Special events for children/families throughout the year. Exhibitions, programs, and events are always free. Read More
Santa Monica – Space for children and parents to explore play designed to help children develop values such as teamwork, reflection and introspection, and uncovering new strengths. Read More
La Habra – As of October 2020, the museum is open and has very limited operating hours with required on-line reservations. Visit their newest exhibit, American Native: First Nations Tales. Read More
Los Angeles – Both locations features art from all over the world including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. Admission is free. Read More
Los Angeles – Hammer kids offer hand-on art workshops and films for the whole family. Download a family or teen guide from their website for an interactive experience in the galleries. Read More
City of Industry – Located in the heart of a former Mexican rancho and offers free guided, 45-minute tours of two historic houses. Read More
San Marion – Family programs include workshops, preschool series, festivals, children’s garden, family days, drop-in activities and activity carts, day camps, and spectacular gardens! Read More
Carson – Experience history of the printed word and letterpress through working tours, demonstrations, theatre presentations and family-friendly events throughout the year. Read More
Los Angeles – Museum features exhibits that highlight Japanese American culture and history. Free admission on Thursday evenings, and third Thursdays. Read More
Pasadena – Exhibits include water and mud features, digging for fossils, outdoor climbing and lots more. Classes, camps and special events offered. Read More
Los Angeles – Active Ice Age dig site where new discoveries are made every day. Special exhibits, camps, and free admission days are offered. Read More
Laguna Beach – Tour the current exhibitions and join them for drop-in art-making in the education space: LAM+LAB, a space for exploration and play for all ages. Read More
Long Beach – Family ArtMaking Workshops are offered for free on the Museum’s oceanfront lawn. Read More
Los Angeles – Activities include story time, art workshops, and painting in the Boone Children’s Gallery, plus kids can join NexGenLA, a free membership for those who live in L.A. County. Read More
Los Angeles – 3-D illusions and an Upside Down House exhibit featuring seven different interactive upside down rooms – be ready to walk on walls! Read More
Long Beach – Dedicated to modern and contemporary Latin American and Latino art exhibits, the museum offers guided tours and special events. Read More