Stories

Welcome to Stories, a place to explore—and be inspired by—the wonder of our natural and cultural worlds.

Reflections on L.A. History: A Mexican Perspective mural

Music Meets the Museum

Biddy Mason, an ex-slave who fought her way to freedom went on to build a legacy that puts the “angel” in Los Angeles

Celebrate the 2021 Lunar New Year with 21 highlights from the collection

The Tribal President of the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians explains the roots of the ground we walk on

3,600 individual dire wolves recovered, 400 skulls, one iconic La Brea Tar Pits installation refurbished

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NHMLAC receives two grants to prepare for the next edition of the regional arts initiative Pacific Standard Time, scheduled to open in 2024.

Our adorable western pond turtle has a new, amazing home!

NHM researchers dig for plastic in freshwater turtles

Research and Collections

The history and value of North America’s longest running community science project: the Christmas Bird Count

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