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Behind the Scenes at NHM

We have over 35 million specimens in our collections, from dinosaur bones, to brilliant birds, to bits of L.A. History. Most of our collections are behind the scenes! Take a deep dive into our collections both on display and beyond.

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My Virtual Museum Home

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The People Behind Our Discoveries

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Meet Our Museum Animals

Uncover the methods behind preparing fossils with Vertebrate Paleontology Department preparator Alan Zdinak.
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In Our Collections

Pollinator Meadow in the Nature Gardens Spring

Our Pollinator Meadow Springs into Bloom

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