Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

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Unearthed: Raw Beauty

Rare, spectacular mineral and crystal specimens, some displayed publicly for the first time.

Now showing14 Dec 2025 – 18 Apr 2027Free

Orcas: Our Shared Future

Life-size orca replicas and Indigenous Pacific Northwest Coast art explore the bond between orcas, people, and the ocean.

Now showing26 Apr – 25 Apr 2027

The Declaration in Progress

A reproduction of a hand-edited draft of the Declaration of Independence, paired with artifacts from 250 years of American civil rights history.

Now showing27 Jun – 11 Jan 2027Free

Reframing Dioramas: The Art of Preserving Wilderness

Marking 100 years of NHM's dioramas, a restored historic hall pairs the originals with new installations by contemporary artists on biodiversity and conservation.

Now showingOngoingFree

Spider Pavilion

Seasonal open-air pavilion where visitors walk among hundreds of orb-weaving spiders, plus tarantula and wolf spider habitats.

Now showing20 Sept – 6 Dec$10

NightTales: An Illuminated Museum Experience

After-dark walk-through with glowing installations, projections and artwork by LA artist Maggie West across the museum's indoor and outdoor spaces.

Upcoming12 Nov – 10 Jan 2027

Permanent Collections

Becoming Los Angeles

The Kevin Sharer Hall traces how diverse peoples and environmental forces turned a remote pueblo into a 500-year metropolis.

Permanent collectionFree

Dinosaur Hall

The Jane G. Pisano Dinosaur Hall displays over 300 fossils and 20 mounted skeletons, including the world's only T. rex growth series.

Permanent collectionFree

Age of Mammals

Two stories of Ahmanson Hall trace 65 million years of mammal evolution through hundreds of fossils and specimens, from bats to tigers.

Permanent collectionFree

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California Science Center

ChildrenFree3 min walk

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Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Children4 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County cost?

Standard adult admission to Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is $15. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is open Open daily 9:30am-5pm; closed the first Tuesday of every month and select holidays. L.A. County residents get free admission 3-5pm Mon-Fri (onsite only).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is located at 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007, in the Exposition Park area of Los Angeles. The nearest stations are Expo Park/USC station (E Line) and Expo/Vermont station (E Line).

What can I see at Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?

Dinosaurs, minerals and 4.5 billion years of natural and human history in Exposition Park. Current highlights include The Declaration in Progress, Becoming Los Angeles and Dinosaur Hall.

Do I need to book Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.