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Welcome to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County!
Visit one of the world’s most extensive and valuable collections of natural and cultural history. As the largest natural and historical museum in the Western United States and an active research center, NHM safeguards more than 35 million spectacular, diverse specimens and artifacts covering 4.5 billion years of history.
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 Pavilion of WingsThe butterflies are back! Explore the lovely outdoor world of 40 species of butterflies and moths in the Pavilion of Wings. Now open. |
 Kazanjian Red DiamondThe Kazanjian Red, an unusually red diamond discovered in South Africa in the late 1920s, returns to the Museum through May 29, 2009. On display inside the Gem and Mineral Hall vault, Level 1. |
 FIRST FRIDAYSFIRST FRIDAYS 2009 celebrates “Darwin Year” through entertaining and fascinating conversations with six of the world's foremost authors and experts on the life of Darwin. |
 Visible VaultView artifacts from the Aztec, Maya, Inca and their surrounding cultures on display in a new behind-the-scenes exhibit. Now Open on Level 2. |
 Dinosaur EncountersGet closer to dinosaurs than you ever thought possible! Wednesdays through Sundays. Level 2. |
 Weekends at NHMEach weekend at NHM features a variety of things to see and do. Find activities for families, adults, and the generally curious! |
 Thomas the T. rex LabWitness an earth-shaking discovery as the Museum's paleontology team prepares the fossil of the Tyrannosaurus rex nicknamed “Thomas” in a specially designed exhibit room and lab. Now Open on Level 2. |
 Gallery Renovation UpdateKeep up to date on the exciting changes and new exhibit plans in the Museum. (Photo by Annie wells/Los Angeles Times) |
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