Orcas have inspired stories for thousands of years. Through "Orcas: Our Shared Future", dive deeper into the compelling relationships between orcas and the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast.
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In remembrance of acclaimed Visual Storyteller Betye Saar, revisit our time with her in 2011 as she shared her first memories of the Museum, her contribution to the “Artistic Evolutions” exhibition, and growing up in Los Angeles. youtu.be/wcaHo5gsL4g
Meet Betye Saar, Artist - Artistic Evolution
We caught up with Betye Saar during the Artist Panel on October 6, 2011. To ask her a few questions about the Artistic Evolutions show, her first memories of the Museum, and growing up in Los…
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Did you know the largest collection of marine fossils ever found in Los Angeles County may have been in your backyard? Discover some of the last fossils and the lasting impact of bone beds found underneath this high school.
Fossils Under San Pedro High School Reveal a Pleistocene Beach in a Miocene Sea
Discover some of the last fossils and the lasting impact of the bone beds beneath San Pedro High School
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🗣️ Time’s running out, young scholars! Debuting this September, explore how STEAM is at the heart of every aspect of our Museum—from researchers and caretakers to artists and communicators—through five resource-filled sessions. Apply now through August 15: go.nhm.org/steam-teen-c...
In Downtown Los Angeles sits a sanctuary for artistic expression and community care. Sip & Sonder was born from the desire to create a "third space" wherein people could simply exist, connect, and collaborate, all while enjoying a cup of coffee.
August 22 and September 13, recharge your mind and body with yoga and sound baths inside our iconic mammal halls, and discover a healthier, more vibrant you with Mindfulness Mornings at NHM!
Mindfulness Mornings at NHM
Before the Museum opens to the public, recharge your mind and body with yoga or sound baths inside our iconic mammal halls, and discover a healthier, more vibrant you.
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Published in the journal Science, a new study by NHM researchers shows that Mexico acted as a biodiversity "holding pen" for 10 million years ahead of the Great American Biotic Interchange that opened the floodgates between North and South America 2.8 million years ago.
10-million-year-long Mammal Layover in Mexico Primed the Pump for the Great American Biotic Interchange Between North and South America
Published in the journal Science, a new study by NHM researchers shows that Mexico acted as a biodiversity "holding pen" for 10 million years ahead of the Great American Biotic Interchange that…
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✨ Got a couple of minutes to spare? We’d love your thoughts on what’s coming to the Museum next! Your input is important to us: go.nhm.org/2026-experie...
🦖🦣 When two ancient titans face off, who would really win? Friday, August 21, join us alongside Rextooth Studios' Ted Rechlin for an epic battle to crown the toughest champions of the dino and Ice Age eras with “Prehistoric Fight Night” at the NHM Commons Theater!
Prehistoric Fight Night
Join Rextooth Studios’ Ted Rechlin, award-winning graphic-novelist, animator, film-maker and science communicator, as he goes head to head with museum experts to battle it out and crown the toughest…
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🦈 In honor of #SharkWeek, get a rare look at the megamouth on view at NHM—the second ever discovered of this species! Get a sense of the preparation required when we eventually rehouse it in a brand-new tank later this year.
Tune in as NHM Mammalogist Amanda Killian and Skaana host Mark Leiren dive into the wild world of orcas—their lives, their language, their evolution, and how humans in Los Angeles relate to them. Now streaming where you find your podcasts!
Killer Whales Invade Los Angeles... Museum
Podcast Episode · Skaana One Ocean · July 20 · 53m
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༄.° This summer, explore the powerful connections between orcas, people, and the oceans we share.
Standing along the bustling streets of Hollywood as a sanctuary of hospitality, Sana'a Cafe serves more than just coffee—it provides a space for sharing traditions, slowed-down conversations, and community building in the heart of L.A.
🗣️ Calling all curious young scholars! Join our STEAM Teen Club, making its debut this September! As part of the Fall 2026 cohort, explore how STEAM is at the heart of every part of our Museum, from researchers to caretakers, artists, and communicators. Apply today:
STEAM Teen Club
We are open today.
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Who’s the real dinosaur expert? These five people all claim to be professional Dinosaur Experts… but only ONE of them is telling the truth! Will the LEGO® Brick Click uncover the real dino genius… or will a dino-decepter leave them extinct?
REAL or FAKE?! Guess the Dinosaur Expert 🦖 ft. PBS @eons | Full Episode | LEGO Brick Click
Who’s the real dinosaur expert? These five people all claim to be professional Dinosaur Experts… but only ONE of them is telling the truth! The LEGO® Brick Click dives in with the help of Kallie from…
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🥵 Even local wildlife is trying to beat the heat. Curious what to do if you encounter a bear trying to stay cool? Dive into the curious phenomenon of bears in pools with tips from our experts and local observers.
Sun’s Out, Bears Out!
We’re diving into the curious phenomenon of bears in pools with our bear experts and local observers to learn what to do when encountering a vibey bear in your backyard.
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🐠 Without a doubt, Museum Collections help us study human impact on wildlife. Dr. Bill Ludt, Associate Curator of Ichthyology, shares the ongoing microplastic research which samples specimens from the 1940s to present.
🐍 Shake, rattle, and roll... Happy World Snake Day! Celebrate with a few fun facts courtesy of Leslie Gordon (Senior Manager, Living Collections) and Juniper, our resident rattlesnake.
⚽ Final weekend! Still feeling the fandom fever? Now through July 19, explore playful connections between soccer and the Museum’s collections through in-gallery highlights, a self-guided scavenger hunt, and even an online virtual tour. go.nhm.org/soccer-conne...
Kick-Off at NHM: Soccer Connections
From June 11–July 19, explore playful connections between soccer and the Museum’s collections through pop-up Museum Educator carts, in-gallery highlights, a self-guided scavenger hunt, and an online v...
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On this day in 2011, our iconic Dinosaur Hall opened to the masses! Take a trip down memory lane and celebrate 15 years of our marvelous, massive giants. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Sbr...
Dino Hall Opening (2011) Celebrate the 15-year Anniversary #ThrowbackThursday #DinoHall #DinoFest
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You might think that a decaying whale tooth is gross and should be thrown away. But this specimen, tucked away in the back of a drawer, reveals exactly why museum collections matter. Hear from Mammalogist Amanda Killian on finding a tooth from Keiko, star of “Free Willy”. go.nhm.org/keikos-tooth
Keiko’s Tooth: A Killer Whale, a Movie Star, and the Hidden Power of Museum Collections
Assistant Mammalogy Collections Manager Amanda Killian on finding the Free Willy star's tooth and the ever-growing value of natural history museum collections
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Entwining humans, animals, and supernatural beings, Bill Reid’s untitled 1967 cedar sculpture reflects the Haida worldview that we are all interconnected—that legendary figures share powers and knowledge, support each other, and move between lands, seas and skies.
🦈 When most people picture a shark, they might imagine something large, sleek, and unmistakably “sharky.” But the truth is, sharks are wildly diverse, and many species have adaptations so unusual that they can seem almost unreal. go.nhm.org/strange-sharks
Strange Sharks
Unbelievable Adaptations Hidden in the Museum’s Collections
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Sam Neill’s portrayal of Dr. Alan Grant in JURASSIC PARK will forever hold a revered place as the inspiration for an entire generation of paleontologists and the catalyst of a renaissance in the public's fascination with dinosaurs.
༄.° This Sunday, July 12, join us in welcoming our latest traveling exhibition, “Orcas: Our Shared Future”! From 11am to 3pm, get up close with collections, enjoy hands-on activities, scavenger hunts, special storytimes, discussions and more—free with Museum Admission. go.nhm.org/orcas-welcom...
Orcas Welcome Day
Join us in welcoming the latest traveling exhibition, Orcas: Our Shared Future. Get up close to Museum collections, take part in hands-on activities, and connect with local organizations working to de...
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🦖 Ever wanted to explore NHM’s world-famous dinosaur collection? Now, you can. Go behind the scenes, see how real fossils are prepared, enjoy a rare visit to our Dinosaur Institute, and more with our brand-new Insider Tour! Tours Thursday through Saturday. RSVP today: go.nhm.org/insider-tour
🐟 Spotted: Fish out of water! Ever wonder what the oldest specimen in our Ichthyology Collection might be? Dr. Bill Ludt, Associate Curator of Ichthyology, shares this unique catch.
🪰 Ground-breaking study explodes the number of estimated insect species likely buzzing, burrowing, and crawling around the planet, from 6 million to as many as 20 million. go.nhm.org/estimated-in...
New Study More Than Triples the Estimates of Insect Species From 6 Million to 20 Million
Ground-breaking study explodes the number of estimated insects, emphasizing the need for conservation and natural history collections
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Perry The Platypus Adjusts Fedora
ALT: Perry The Platypus Adjusts Fedora
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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County@nhm.org · last mo.Though possessing very unique features such as its duck-like bill and webbed feet, the platypus is a mammal belonging to a unique group called monotremes. Curious about what makes platypuses so extraordinary? Learn more and explore the world of mammalogy: go.nhm.org/mammalogy
