Families

Deepen your understanding and connection to our natural and cultural worlds at the museum.

Join us for a variety of programs that are fun for the whole family. Browse our suggested programming below, or view our calendar to see all of our upcoming events. 

Bug Fair 2023

May 18–19, 2024

Bug Fair

Join NHM for a two-day festival celebrating our winged, multi-legged, and squirmy friends for the 38th annual Bug Fair!

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Link to Dinosaur Encounters page

Thursdays–Saturdays

Dinosaur Encounters

Have the ultimate dinosaur experience when they come to life before your eyes in our theater performances.

Go on an adventure!

Upcoming Events

More events

Sat

27

Apr

Children and adult meeting a desert tortoise

Meet a Live Animal
Tours & Shows All Ages
  • 3 pm
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Sun

28

Apr

Little boy in hat crouches on a low rock ledge and looks into the nature gardens pond

Nature Gardens Exploration
Tours & Shows All Ages
  • 11 am

Drop by the Nature Gardens to explore the wildlife that calls LA home. Topics vary daily.

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Sun

28

Apr

Children and adult meeting a desert tortoise

Meet a Live Animal
Tours & Shows All Ages
  • 3 pm
Learn more