# Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

> Place to go for families in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Hours change by date; see the official calendar.
- Where: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90007
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Paid admission; prices change by date and ticket type.
- Schedule: Hours change by date; see the official calendar.
- Organizer: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
- Official page: https://nhmlac.org/
- Last checked: Sat, Nov 7

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## About

See the Dinosaur Hall, with more than 300 fossils and 20 mounted skeletons, and explore the natural history of California.

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