Visit Our Museums

Safety, cleanliness and community health are our utmost priorities as we welcome people back into our museums.  The Natural History Museum and the museum at La Brea Tar Pits are open. Advance tickets are recommended. The William S. Hart museum will remain closed until further notice. 

 

Upcoming Events at the Tar Pits

Sat

23

Sep

Tar Pits

Educator Open House 2023

Educator Workshop Adult
  • 8:30 am

To prepare for this upcoming school year, meet with our School Programs team to learn about our intentional educational opportunities, free of charge for students and educators.

Sat

23

Sep

Tar Pits

Excavator Tour

Tours & Shows All Ages
  • 10:30 am
  • 1 pm

The Excavator Tour explores the Fossil Lab where real paleontologists work, our historic excavation sites, and Project 23, where live excavations can be seen.

Sat

23

Sep

Tar Pits

Discoveries From the Tar Pits

Talks All Ages
  • 3:30 pm

Drop by to learn some of the lesser known stories of the Tar Pits, including active research and recent discoveries. Topics change daily.

William S. Hart Museum

The Hart museum will remain closed until further notice. See NHMLAC's response to coronavirus (COVID-19)