There’s always something new to discover at The Nat, from family activities to evening events to new films and exhibitions. You’ll find a new experience every time you visit. Please note that all events are offered at local time (PST/PDT). Get ready for your visit, check out our Visit page for policies and procedures.
A permanent exhibition that invites visitors to explore the unique habitats of Southern California, from the coastal wetlands and urban canyons to the high mountains and the desert.
From dinosaurs to mastodons, discover the rich fossil history of our region. In this major exhibition, created by the Museum.
The Nat has a Vivarium—a facility in which we care for our live animals—in the basement of the Museum. We’re bringing these animals out and into the public gallery located on Level 1 just off the Atrium.
Fossils. Frogs. Beetles. Bones. Something for every nature lover. Our newest experience offers a rare “backstage” glimpse into the Museum’s collections and a peek into the brand-new Paleontology Center.