What's NHM Next?
Where else do scientists, naturalists, educators, brainy historians, and nutty event planners work together to inspire you? Nowhere else. The NHM Next Campaign is transforming the Museum into one of the coolest destinations in Southern California. You do not want to miss this. Learn more
Recognition Opportunities in
the New Dinosaur Hall!
Your family’s name can be a part of one of the world’s finest dinosaur halls. Our new exhibit boasts recently excavated specimens, more fossils than any dinosaur hall in the world, and an eye-opening representation of the real, behind-the-scenes processes of paleontology.
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Snapshots from Age of Mammals!
Check out architectural shots and the specimen stars of the exhibition
Age of Mammals.
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Meet Your Planet!
(and other people who love NHM)
The entire Southern California community is coming together to join the evolution and support the transformation of the Natural History Museum. Hear the inspiring stories of philanthropists, educators, docents, students and your friends and neighbors who love NHM and why they are excited about what’s happening in our new galleries and gardens.
Paul Haaga, Jr., President of the NHM Board of Trustees
Paul Haaga didn't have time to join another board when he first came to the NHM in the 1990s. One visit, and he was hooked. Watch >
Kevin Sharer, Chairman of NHM Board of Trustees
Early in his naval career, Kevin Sharer recognized his desire to lead almost as soon as he was told to follow. CEO of Amgen since 2000, Sharer joined NHM's Board of Trustees in 1993, and currently serves as its Chairman. Watch >
Shefali Parikh, Donor
Shefali's parents introduced her to the Museum, and the passion was contagious. Now, her own daughter keeps a book of renderings from the new dinosaur exhibit by her bed! Watch >
Mark Bradford, Artist
L.A.-based visual artist Mark Bradford came to the Museum as a little boy, and those visits made quite an impression! Watch >
Luis Salguero, Volunteer
Luis volunteers at the Museum, and as an anthropology grad from UCLA, particularly loves the cultural exhibits – particularly Visible Vault and the California History Hall. Watch >
Brent “the Bug Guy” Karner
Associate Manager, Invertebrate Living Collections
The "Bug Guy" is as passionate about the Museum now as he was a decade ago, when he moved to sunny L.A. from Canada to work as an entomologist. His goal is to demystify insects through events and exhibits, including the Bug Fair, Spider Pavilion and Pavilion of Wings. Watch >