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SUMMARY:MARTIAL ARTS HISTORY MUSEUM
DESCRIPTION:FREE! EVERY FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH – Burbank\nLooking for a Fun Place for Kids to learn and enjoy? The Martial Arts History Museum is designed as an Asian educational\, cultural\, and artistic experience\, it is a place in which visitors and young people can learn about each of the different Asian countries (China\, Japan\, Korea\, Thailand\, the Philippines\, etc.) and how martial arts played a significant role in their culture\, history\, and traditions. \nIt also provides a historical look at American history with sections on the History of Anime\, Martial Arts in America\, and Media arts including Hollywood films\, tv\, and magazines. The Martial Arts History Museum is something the whole family can enjoy and it is a great place for home school kids and public school kids to get an education about Asian history and write book reports about it. It is affordable and convenient. \n \nLearn About Culture and History\nThe Martial Arts History Museum is an exciting place for the entire family to enjoy. Even if you’ve never done martial arts in your life\, you will have a great time exploring how Asian history became part of American history through film\, tv\, animation and more. Artifacts include several Japanese Samurai\, a unique look as the artistry of the Ninja or trans the roots of anime through our animation timeline. \nIf you enjoy movies and television\, you will love our films/tv timeline tracing roots to Anna May Wong and Akira Kurasawa’s epic film\, the Seven Samurai. It takes close to an hour to visit the museum and scheduled tours are available. \n \nGroup Rates & Tours:\nThe Museum holds a number of tours for the Unified School districts\, home schools\, mentally and physically challenged groups\, church groups\, senior groups and martial arts studios. Although the Museum is closed to the public Monday through Wednesday\, we are open for scheduled tours. We also provide tours during our regular hours\, but the off-hours will allow us to open the Museum for only your group. \nTours:\nTours last exactly 1 hour. Visitors will have amble time to explore the Museum and then be lead by a docent for a 30-minute historical walk-through. A scavenger hunt will be provided for all the kids to enjoy and each receives a free Museum sticker. The Museum is able to handle a variety of groups. Largest groups for visit are 100 kids. Smallest group are 20 kids. \nGroup Tour Price:\nThe Museum has a very special\, extremely affordable rate for groups of 20 kids or more.  Please contact us for pricing (818) 478-1722 or email info@mamuseum.com. \nCall to Schedule:\nGroup tours must be scheduled at least 3 weeks in advance. We need time to bring on docents to handle the tours. \nApproved:\nThe Museum has been approved by the Burbank Unified School District for field trips.\nWe are in the process of securing the other districts now. \n\n \n2319 W. Magnolia Blvd.\, Burbank\, CA 91506 \n\n\nWorld’s First Museum dedicated to the Arts Begins\n\nThe Martial Arts History Museum officially began as a registered museum on Sept. 15\, 1999. It was founded by former magazine publisher\, martial arts historian and martial arts veteran Michael Matsuda. The concept of the museum actually began in 1987 but didn’t officially begin until 1999. \nAfter a number of dinner ceremonies and special events\, the Martial Arts History Museum gathered the biggest martial arts icons in the world to cut the ribbon in launching the first of many traveling exhibits. For the next four years\, the museum was on the road going all across the country. From libraries to conventions to expos to the Queen Mary\, the museum was housed in a 1\,000 square foot exhibit with wonderful reviews the museum exhibit was in high demand. \n \nAfter numerous meetings with the L.A. City Council\, Mayor Villariagosa’s staff\, the California Senate\, the San Fernando City Council\, and more\, it was through the urging of Congressman Howard McKeon and the Mayor of Santa Clarita\, that the Martial Arts History Museum open their doors in a brick and mortar facility in the city of Santa Clarita. The museum opened in 2006 in an 8\,000 square foot facility which featured a wide range of displays as well as a 200-plus seat theater. The city of Santa Clarita had provided us with future plans to construct are area for three museums\, which would include the Martial Arts History. Unfortunately\, a year later\, a new leadership was in control and their future plans for a museum center were canceled. \nIn 2010\, the museum decided to relocate to a city that would be more open to art and culture; which was the city of Burbank\, CA. Burbank is a very populated area surrounded by Hollywood’s biggest productions studios. In 2011\, the museum re-opened to the public holding a significant number of events every month. Being located in Burbank\, many of the local schools were now able to visit the facility. From Unified School Districts from Burbank\, Los Angeles\, Glendale and Pasadena\, thousands of young people enjoy the museum tours. \n \nFREE DAYS: First Thursday of the month\, 3pm to 6pm\nHours\nMonday – Wednesday: Closed\nThursday – Sunday: 11:00am – 6:00pm \nAdmission\n$10 – Adults\n$5 – Kids 6 – 17 \n$8 – Adults 65+\n$8 – “Active” Military \nSpecial Events\n$20 Adults\nFree – Kids 6 – 17 \nDiscount:\n$8 – Senior Citizens 65 and Over\n$8 – Active Military\nPolice – Free\nFiremen – Free \nMembers\nFREE to all events held at the Museum \n  \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://martialartsmuseum.com/\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/martial-arts-history-museum-2/2024-01-04/
LOCATION:Martial Arts History Museum\, 2319 W. Magnolia Blvd.\, Burbank\, CA\, 91506\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Burbank,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Spaces & Places
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SUMMARY:Learn How To Meditate
DESCRIPTION:EVERY THURSDAY 12:30–1:00PM- Online via ZOOM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWould you like to learn how to meditate? Join the Hammer Museum each Thursday for Mindful Awareness Meditation Online. Mindfulness Meditation is the moment-by-moment process of actively and openly observing one’s physical\, mental\, and emotional experiences. Mindfulness has scientific support as a means to reduce stress\, improve attention\, boost the immune system\, reduce emotional reactivity\, and promote a general sense of health and well-being. These half hour weekly sessions are open to all who are interested in learning how to live more presently in life. No special clothing is required\, and participants are welcome to join for five minutes or enjoy the entire 30 minutes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese free weekly drop-in sessions usually take place in the Hammer’s Billy Wilder Theater but are now offered live online via Zoom. \nMindful Awareness Meditation is provided by UCLA & The Hammer Museum\n  \nff \n\nSessions are led by Diana Winston and other instructors from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Visit www.marc.ucla.edu to learn more about the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. \nWinston has been practicing mindfulness meditation for more than 20 years\, and when she began it was fairly unknown in this country. But today secular mindfulness meditation is taught to executives\, war veterans and schoolchildren; it is used in prisons and hospitals\, and is written about in women’s magazines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nATTENDING THIS PROGRAM?\nLearn How to Meditate live: RSVP to receive an email reminder on the day of the Mindful Awareness Meditation program with the link to tune in. The link to join will also be posted here 2 hours before the program starts. This program will not be recorded. \nHelp with Zoom: This program will be held on the Zoom platform. Visit zoom.us/test to join a test meeting\, then follow the instructions to test your video and audio. If you have never used Zoom before\, you will be prompted to download the Zoom app or join from your browser. Zoom works best on the Chrome browser.\nHaving trouble? Contact our visitor experience team at 310-443-7000. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for Mindful Awareness\nJOIN ZOOM NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShe starts by asking people to notice their breathing as they work toward “paying attention to present moment experiences with openness\, curiosity and a willingness to be with what is.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t do this online class? Try the UCLA Mindfulness FREE APP and learn how to meditate anytime.\nWith this easy-to-use app\, you can practice mindfulness meditation anywhere\, anytime with the guidance of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Scientific research shows mindfulness can help manage stress-related physical conditions\, reduce anxiety and depression\, cultivate positive emotions\, and help improve overall physical health and well-being. \n \n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://hammer.ucla.edu\n\n\nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:ZOOM\, CA
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Health and Fitness,Museums,Online/ Virtual
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SUMMARY:LONG BEACH MUSEUM OF ART
DESCRIPTION:KIDS UNDER 12 FREE- Long Beach\nThe Long Beach Museum of Art (LBMA) was founded in 1950 as a municipal art center for the city of Long Beach. Since its inception\, the Museum has been housed in the historic 1911 Elizabeth Milbank Anderson House. In 1957\, the Anderson House was designated as the Long Beach Museum of Art\, at which time the Museum began acquiring a permanent collection.\nIn 1977\, the Museum was honored with accreditation by the American Association of Museums\, which it has since maintained. Since 1986\, the Long Beach Museum of Art Foundation has managed the Museum\, governed by a Board of Trustees. In 2000\, the Museum completed a restoration of the historic residence and constructed a new two-story exhibition pavilion (in 2015 the pavilion was renamed the Hartman Pavilion). Since then\, the Museum has offered diverse and compelling exhibitions\, which has resulted in increased visitors and program attendance. \n  \n \nThe Museum’s permanent collection is diverse with more than 3\,200 works encompassing 300 years of American and European art in all media. Highlights from the collection include furniture by Charles and Ray Eames\, ceramics by Beatrice Wood\, and sculptures by Claire Falkenstein\, George Rickney and Peter Voulokos; Early 20th Century European Modernist paintings by Vasily Kandinsky\, Alexej Jawlensky and others from the Milton Wichner Collection; and contemporary artists such as James Jean\, Sherrie Wolf\, and Sandow Birk whose paintings have recently been added to the collection. \nSince 1951\, exhibitions presented by the Museum have been varied with shows ranging from individual artists to specific types of art. Some of the notable highlights include: The Artful Teapot: 20th Century Expressions from the Kamm Collection; Architecture for Dogs; Frank E. Cummings III: Jeweled Harmony in Wood; Masterworks: Defining a New Narrative; and Vitality And Verve: Transforming The Urban Landscape. \n  \n \nThe Museum also offers a myriad of nearly free educational programs for both children and adults including KidsVisions\, a visual arts curriculum\, which serves all 5th grades students from the Long Beach Unified School District. \nThe Long Beach Museum of Art and the KidsVisions Arts Education Program is supported\, in part\, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Arts Commission. \n \n\n  \n\nClaire’s Restaurant\nClaire’s is located on the beautifully landscaped campus of the Long Beach Museum of Art and offers oceanfront dining\, seasonal libations & more! \nFor reservations call 562-439-2119 Hours Thur 11am-8pm\, Fri 11am-3pm\, Sat & Sun 11am-3pm\, Happy hour Thur 3pm-8pm. View menu \nHours\nThursday – Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm\nClosed: Monday – Wednesday \nAdmission\nLBMA Members  FREE\nGeneral: $12\nStudent/Senior: $10\nChildren: (12 and under) FREE \n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nlbma.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/long-beach-museum-of-art-2/2024-01-04/
LOCATION:Long Beach Museum of Art\, 2300 est Ocean Blvd\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY TO SUNDAY  – Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\nThe Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, or IAMLA\, is located in the historic Italian Hall\, which was constructed in 1908 to serve as a gathering place for the Italian community. Today\, the Italian Hall is the oldest remaining structure from Los Angeles’ Italian enclave and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \n \nTHE HISTORY\nItalians and Italian Americans have played an instrumental role in the development of Los Angeles as one of the world’s greatest metropolises\, yet the history of Italians in the region is largely unknown. Though Los Angeles is home to the nation’s fifth-largest Italian population today\, and the Italian presence in the American West predates the nation’s founding\, seldom is the city included in dialogs surrounding contemporary or historic Italian American communities. An examination of the region’s Italian roots reveals both the complexity of the Italian Diaspora and the exceptionally diverse fabric of Southern California’s history. \n \nThe Los Angeles Italian experience contrasts with that of Italian immigrants elsewhere in the country and reveals the complexity of the Italian American diaspora. Given the success that Italian Americans have achieved in the United States\, it is easy to forget that they\, like other minority groups\, faced considerable prejudice and hostility in their struggle to achieve the American Dream. In the American South\, Italians were a common target of lynchings and racially-motivated violence. In the early 20th century\, eugenicists described Italians as genetically inferior\, while political cartoons of the era depicted Italians as threats to American security and racial purity. \nTHE MISSION\nThe mission of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is to foster a deeper understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research\, historic preservation\, exhibitions\, and educational programs that examine the history and continuing contributions of Italian Americans in multi-ethnic Los Angeles and the United States. \nThe IAMLA is a charity that depends on donations to accomplish its specific mission. As such\, the IAMLA does entertain requests for financial support to fund other organizations\, charitable or otherwise\, nor does it provide financial resources to artists\, scholars\, filmmakers\, etc. The IAMLA does not fund exhibitions or theatrical or cinematic productions\, nor is the museum rented for such projects. \n\nHours\nMonday: Closed\nTuesday – Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.iamla.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/iamla-italian-american-museum-of-los-angeles/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, 644 N Main St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Western Museum of Flight
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance\nThe Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit\, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage. The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air Museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects. The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerous Warbirds\, aircraft and target drones\, piston and jet aircraft engines\, aircraft components\, aircraft ejection seats\, World War II instruments\, aircrew accessories\, and an extensive model aircraft collection. Please visit us at www.wmof.com. \nWestern Museum of Flight\, is located at historic “Louis Zamperini Field”\, in Torrance. \n \n \nThe Western Museum of Flight (WMOF)\nis operated by the Southern California Historical Aviation Foundation. It houses not only historic aircraft\, many of which were built in Southern California\, but also has an extensive collection of historic photographs and blueprints. \n  \nThe WMOF is one of two museums that house the only surviving Jack Northrop flying wings. The museum has several other rare aircraft among its collection\, including: \n  \n \nNorth American F-86Sabre Jet \n \nNorthrop YF-17 “Cobra” (Prototype #1) \n \nThe Northrop N-3PB World War II single engine seaplane built in 1940. Twenty four N-3PB’s were built\, this is the only remaining example. \n  \n \nPlus numerous other notable jet- and propeller-drive airplanes. \n  \n \nThe Western Museum of Flight- Aircraft Model Collection \nis quite extensive. The over 300 models include numerous wind tunnel models including the Northrop “Alpha”\, the Northrop A-9A\, Hundreds of plastic scale models are also included in the collection. \nHours\nTuesday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. \n  \nGeneral Admission $5.00\nMembers Free \nChildren under 12 years Free \n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nuniversalstudioshollywood.com\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/western-museum-of-flight-2-3/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Western Museum of Flight\, 3315 Airport Drive\, Torrance\, 90505\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Torrance,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Wende Museum
DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY TO SUNDAY – Culver City\nThe Wende Museum is an art museum\, historical archive of the Cold War\, and center for creative community engagement that explores and inspires change. The Wende Museum is open Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Admission is free\, and no reservations are required. \nADMISSION IS FREE\, NO RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.\nPublic Tours \nThe Wende Museum offers free\, guided tours of the museum and exhibitions on Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. \nPrivate Tours \nPrivate\, docent-led tours of the Wende Museum are available upon request. Contact tours@wendemuseum.org for more information. \nThe Wende Museum remains committed to protecting the health and safety of our visitors and staff. \nPer the mandate of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health on March 4\, 2022\, the Wende Museum strongly encourages visitors to wear masks while visiting the indoor galleries regardless of vaccination status. While proof of vaccination is not required for general visitation and outdoors programs\, it is required for individuals attending indoor events. \n\nVisitors are asked to maintain a physical distance of six feet from staff and other visitors.\nPlease do not visit if you have symptoms of COVID-19\, including fever\, cough\, shortness of breath\, sore throat\, loss of taste or smell\, chills\, head or muscle aches\, nausea\, diarrhea\, or vomiting. Anyone exhibiting signs of illness will not be permitted entry.\nPlease do not visit if you have had a positive COVID-19 test within the past two weeks\, or if you have been advised to self-quarantine by a medical professional.\nThose in recent contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within the past two weeks are asked to visit at a later date.\nChildren must be supervised by an adult.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email info@wendemuseum.org or call (310) 216-1600. \n\nCURRENT EXHIBITIONS\nThe Medium is the Message: Flags and Banners\n \nOriginally used to identify soldiers in battle and ships in international waters\, flags have represented large geographic territories since the rise of the nation-state beginning in the late eighteenth century. Like monuments and national anthems\, they intend to create a sense of identity-based on a shared past\, present\, and future. \nLike many other governments\, the communist countries of the twentieth century produced an abundance of flags and banners. They were omnipresent at military parades\, sports events\, and public gatherings. Apart from national flags\, many organizations produced their own richly decorated flags and banners. The Wende Museum holds over 2\,000 of these ornamental textiles in its collection. \nMartin Roemers: Relics of the Cold War\n \nDuring an eleven-year period\, from 1998 through 2009\, Dutch photographer Martin Roemers photographed the structural and topographic remnants of the Cold War in both the East and West. His research took him to Russia\, Poland\, Czech Republic\, Ukraine\, Latvia\, Lithuania\, Great Britain\, Netherlands\, Belgium\, and Germany\, where he documented underground tunnels\, abandoned army bases\, military training areas\, rotting tanks\, and destroyed monuments. \nLight–guard–house: Installation by Farrah Karapetian\n \nThe 20-square-foot aluminum guardhouse that sat outside the ADN headquarters in East Berlin from 1971–92 is both an artifact of an atmosphere of mistrust and representative of past and current political protectionism. Artist Farrah Karapetian will turn this structure into a lighthouse\, changing a gesture of suspicion into a gesture of welcome. The windows of the guardhouse will be tinted in a rainbow gradient encompassing all of the colors potentially included in national flags. Over the course of Wende’s concurrent exhibition\, The Medium is the Message: Flags and Banners\, Karapetian will engage with the public about experiences they have had as migrants. As the stories accumulate and become available on the museum’s website\, the light inside the lighthouse will pause at the various colors associated with the flags of the respective national borders crossed. Rather than the finality of immigration\, the artist’s focus is the prevalence of migration\, asking visitors: What experiences of welcome or mistrust have occurred as you have moved internationally? How have they colored your life in their wake? \n\n \n10808 Culver Blvd.\, Culver City\, CA 90230 \n \nThe Wende is an art museum\, historical archive of the Cold War\, and center for creative community engagement that explores and inspires change.  \nThe Wende reaches beyond the conventional walls of a museum and places equal value on an international scholarship\, community engagement\, digital access\, and wide-ranging experimentation. \nWende is a German word meaning “turning point” or “change” that has come to describe the transformative period around the fall of the Berlin Wall. Founded in 2002\, the Wende Museum holds an unparalleled collection of art and artifacts from the Cold War era\, which serves as a foundation for programs that illuminate political and cultural changes of the past\, offer opportunities to make sense of a  changing present\, and inspire active participation in personal and social change for a better future. \nThe Wende fulfills its mission of exploring and inspiring change through \n\ncollecting\, preserving\, and providing open access to artwork\, artifacts\, archives\, films\, and personal histories from the sphere touched by socialism during the Cold War era (1945– 1991);\npromoting rigorous scholarship\, educating students\, and stimulating general interest through lectures\, symposia\, publications\, and providing access to digitized collections;\npresenting experimental exhibitions and interdisciplinary programming inspired by the collection;\nfacilitating creative collaborations with contemporary artists and designers;\npartnering with other nonprofit organizations; and\nproviding community services such as wellness programs\, opportunities for civic engagement\, and family-friendly activities.\n\nCore Strengths\n\n\nThe Wende Museum’s collection and intellectual activities have achieved notable strength in four areas of specialization: German Democratic Republic; Wende Moments; Personal Histories and Everyday Life; and Public and Private Interaction. \n\nHours\nMonday – Thursday: Closed\nFriday – Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm \n\n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.wendemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/wende-museum-2/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Wende Museum\, 10808 Culver Blvd\, Culver City\, 90230
CATEGORIES:-Culver City,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Maritime Museum
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY – San Pedro\nDiscover the history of the Port of Los Angeles on land or at sea! Welcome to the Los Angeles Maritime Museum where our hardworking harbor tug ANGELS GATE provides educational tours while our historic museum building houses fascinating exhibits\, a research library\, a ham radio station\, and a gift shop. \nOPEN EVERY WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY FROM 12:00 pm TO 5:00 pm\nFREE TO CHILDREN AGES 12 AND UNDER\n\n\n\nBerth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA 90731 \nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum is housed in the former Municipal Ferry Terminal building\, located on the main channel of the Los Angeles Harbor. It was designed in the Streamline Moderne style by architect Derwood Lydell Irvin of the Los Angeles Harbor Department. It was built in 1941 at Berth 84\, by the Works Project Administration (WPA). \nThe ferry between San Pedro and Terminal Island ceased after the Vincent Thomas Bridge was opened to traffic in 1963. The building was then used for offices of the LA Harbor Department. The San Pedro Municipal Ferry Building is now a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum opened in 1979 as a result of widespread community efforts to save the historic building. It is the largest maritime museum on the West Coast. The museum’s interior renovation was designed by Modernist architect James Pulliam. The museum is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. \n\nEXHIBITS\nANGELS GATE TUGBOAT\n \nThe tugboat ANGELS GATE arrived at the Museum in 1992\, after almost 50 years of providing general towing services and goodwill tours for the Port of Los Angeles. \nTĀMINARU\n \nIn the early 20th century\, Terminal Island (in the Port of Los Angeles) was home to approximately 3\,000 Japanese-Americans who earned their livelihood from catching and cleaning fish. Residents of this community\, known as “Terminal Islanders” were originally from the Wakayama Prefecture\, Japan\, and retained their language and customs after emigrating to Los Angeles harbor. \nTāminaru is a look back at this lost community. The exhibit is guest curated by author Naomi Hirahara\, organized by Tara Fansler\, and sponsored by the Friends of the Los Angeles Maritime Museum and the Japan Business Association with the assistance of the Terminal Islanders Club. \nPOSEIDON MODEL\n \nThere is a movie star on the second floor! The model of the SS POSEIDON was the original prop in the 1972 classic film “The Poseidon Adventure”. \nFifteen men built the model over a period of three months. POSEIDON is 21 .5 feet long and weighs one ton. The builders relied on the plans of the RMS QUEEN MARY\, now permanently docked as an attraction in Long Beach\, California. \nNAVY HALL\n \nThe Museum building\, built-in 1941\, was originally used as a ferry terminal\, transporting people and automobiles between San Pedro and Terminal Island. The area of the first floor where cars would enter and exit is now used as the Navy Hall. \nANGELS GATE LIGHT\n \nThe Angels Gate Lighthouse (officially known as Los Angeles Harbor Light) has marked the entrance of Los Angeles Harbor through times of war and peace\, and even survived a tidal wave! The tower itself has undergone many changes through the years. The distinctive green flash of the Angels Gate Lighthouse remains a welcoming beacon to professional mariners and recreational boaters alike. \nKIDS EXHIBIT\n \nKids of all ages will discover what’s going on in the harbor today through a series of interactive games and activities in the children’s exhibit. Grab a pair of binoculars and take a close-up look at the nation’s busiest container port! Learn how cranes work\, imagine yourself in a variety of harbor professions\, build your own wharves\, test your knowledge of ships and cargo\, or just settle down and enjoy a nautical story!\nDue to Covid-19-related precautions\, the toys and costumes have been temporarily removed. \nCAUGHT\, CANNED\, AND EATEN\n \nThe Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) was the fishing capital of the nation for much of the twentieth century. Generations of fishermen sold catches of tuna\, sardines\, mackerel\, and squid to fish markets or canneries on nearby Terminal Island. \nToday\, the fishing fleet is greatly diminished and the canneries have closed\, but the legacy of the fishing and canning industries endures. \nCOMMERCIAL DIVING\n \n  \nThis exhibit is an introduction to just a few of the thousands of jobs performed by commercial divers and fishery divers in the South Bay\, and was the inspiration of the late Torrance R. Parker\, noted commercial diver and author of 20\,000 Jobs Under the Sea. \nSCHOOL TOURS\nThe museum is pleased to offer educational tours throughout the year at no charge. \nThe museum is located on the Main Channel of Los Angeles Harbor. Students will have a front-row opportunity to see the massive container ships in action and learn about international trade\, ship terminology\, sailor’s art\, and the history of the working people who built Los Angeles harbor into the nation’s busiest container port. \nTours are free for grades K-12\, Wednesday –Friday mornings\, and reservations are REQUIRED. The museum is unable to accommodate group tours without a reservation. \nCall the tour hotline at 310-548-2900 and schedule your tour today\, or email info@lamaritimemuseum.org. \nRESEARCH\nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum Research Library is home to thousands of books\, historic photographs and archival documents waiting for you to discover! \nResearch questions can be directed to info@lamaritimemuseum.org and 310-548-7618 ext. 215. \nPortions of our collection have online finding aids and digital records: \nOnline Archive of California (OAC) \nOnline Digital Collections \n\nSuggested Donation:\nAdults $5\nSeniors (62+) $3\nChildren 12 & under FREE\nHours\nMonday-Tuesday: Closed\nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.lamaritimemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/los-angeles-maritime-museum-2/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Los Angeles Maritime Museum\, Berth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United States
CATEGORIES:-San Pedro,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Museum of Jurassic Technology
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY TO SUNDAY – Culver City\nThe Museum of Jurassic Technology in Los Angeles\, California is an educational institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and the public appreciation of the Lower Jurassic. \n \nTHE MUSEUM IS OPEN \nTHURSDAY AND FRIDAY FROM 2:00 pm TO 8:00 pm\nSATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 12:00 pm TO 6:00 pm\nThe Museum has instituted an online reservation and timed ticketing system to ensure the greatest possible safety and experience for our patrons. For the foreseeable future\, visits to the Museum must be booked in advance. \nIt is advised to arrive at least 15 min before your appointment time to allow for time to park and check in. When you arrive please have your confirmation email available for the front desk attendant. If you would care for a glass of tea during your visit\, we ask you to partake one-hour following your scheduled appointment to mitigate overcrowding at any one time. \nThe Tula Tea Room and Borzoi Kabinet Theater are located on the second floor and available to the public during museum hours. \nADMISSION\nChildren 12 and under\, Free \nAdults\, $ 12.00\nChildren aged 13 to 21\, $ 10.00\nFor students in full time education\, $ 10.00\nPersons 62 years or older\, $ 10.00\nUnemployed persons\, $ 10.00\nDisabled Persons\, $3.00\nActive service personnel in uniform\, $ 3.00 \n\nCELL PHONE USE AND PHOTOGRAPHY\nThe Museum of Jurassic Technology does not allow cell phone use\, including text messaging and photography while in the Museum. \nPhotography is not permitted anywhere in the Museum. However\, photographs of objects and exhibits can be obtained through the S.F.D.U.I. Scenes and Views Archive\, by writing info@mjt.org \nGROUP AND CLASS VISITS\nDue to the unique nature of our space\, we ask that all group and school visits be coordinated at least two weeks in advance\, so that we may schedule your visit outside of our public open hours. Tea in the Museum’s Tula Tea Room may be prepared for your group upon request. \nPlease note that visits to the Museum are entirely self-guided\, and we do not customarily offer tours. \nTo arrange your visit\, please write to brin@mjt.org\, or leave a message at (310) 836-6131 \n\n \n9341 Venice Boulevard\, Culver City\, California 90232 \nThe public museum as understood today is a collection of specimens and other objects of interest to the scholar\, the man of science\, and the more casual visitor\, arranged and displayed in accordance with the scientific method. In its original sense\, the term “museum” meant a spot dedicated to the muses – “a place where man’s mind could attain a mood of aloofness above everyday affairs.” By far the most important museum of antiquity was the great institution at Alexandria founded by Ptolemy Philadelphus in the third century before Christ\, (an endeavor supported by a grant from the treasury). And no treatment of the museum would be complete without mention of Noah’s Ark in which we find the complete Museum of Natural History the world has ever seen. \nThe Museum of Jurassic Technology traces its origins to this period when many of the essential collections of today were beginning to take form. Many exhibits which we today have come to know as part of the Museum were\, in fact\, formally part of other less well-known collections and were subsequently consolidated into the single collection which we have come to know as The Museum of Jurassic Technology and thus configured\, received great public acclaim as well as much discussion in scholastic circles. \n\nHours\nMonday – Wednesday: Closed\nThursday – Friday : 2:00pm – 8:00pm\nSaturday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.mjt.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/museum-of-jurassic-technology-2/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Museum of Jurassic Technology\, 9341 Venice Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90232\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Culver City,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Museums,Spaces & Places
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SUMMARY:FREE FAMILY NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH in Pasadena\nThe first Tuesday of every month from 4:00 to 8:00pm is Kids Space Museum Free Family Night.  Admission to the Museum is FREE for everyone during these hours only. Families can engage with special programming and performers that highlight cultures and traditions from around the world. Expect crowds and long admission lines during the spring and summer months. \n \nThe Mission & History of Kids Space Children’s Museum\nThe mission of this foundation is to nurture the potential of all children through driven experiences\, inspiring them to become joyful\, active learners.\n\n\n\nTo help us achieve this\, we work by the following core values: \n\nRespect—We respect our guests by asking their opinions and listening. We also respect our guests and embrace diversity.\nIntegrity—We do what we said we will do even when it is not the easy thing to do. We want to be transparent with our finances so our investors know how they are making a difference.\nSafety—The safety of our guests comes first. We have a safe environment where young minds of all ages can explore\, learn\, and have fun.\nExperiential Learning—Education is the core of who we are. We believe that when learning becomes fun\, the learner does so willingly.\n\n\nThe Purpose of a Kids Space Children’s Museum\nAn incredible seed bed of learning and discovery\, the purpose of a children’s museum is to inspire children to learn and grow\, equip parents and teachers\, and to be a safe place where learners of all abilities can do so at their own pace and focus on topics of interest to them. This is often referred to as “Free Range Learning.” What makes us different from a school is our approach to informal education. We believe in giving our guests hands-on experiences that are relevant and inspiring. \nIn Dr. Howard Gardner’s book\, Intelligence Reframed: Multiple Intelligences for the 21st Century\, he points out the value of children’s museums in helping a child discover their learning style. Kidspace provides a learning environment filled with the wonder and joy of the natural world. \nA definition from the Association of Children’s Museums: \nKIDS SPACE MUSEUM is a nonprofit institution that provides children with hands-on learning experiences and interactive activities\, because children learn through exploration and play. The first children’s museum\, called the Brooklyn Children’s Museum\, was founded in the year 1899. LEARN MORE \n\n\n\nFind more information @  \nkidspacemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/kids-space-museum-3/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:KIDS SPACE MUSEUM\, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Word as Image at the Norton Simon Museum
DESCRIPTION:ONGOING EXHIBIT – Norton Simon Museum\nDiscover the captivating fusion of language and visual art and witness an ongoing exhibit\, Word as Image at the Norton Simon Museum! Immerse yourself in a thought-provoking journey where words transcend their traditional forms and morph into captivating visual experiences. From August 11\, 2023\, to January 8\, 2024\, witness the power of language as it transforms into vibrant and evocative images\, blurring the lines between communication and artistic expression. Join us for an exploration of the written word like never before\, as it takes shape and resonates on canvas\, inviting you to engage\, contemplate\, and appreciate the limitless possibilities of human creativity. \n \nSpanning the comical to the political to the conceptual\, Word as Image calls our attention to how we are constantly “reading the image” in and out of museum spaces. As such\, artists challenge us to consider language and image anew\, by positioning words as an essential part of visual culture. \n \n\n \nKnown around the world as one of the most remarkable private art collections ever assembled\, industrialist Norton Simon spent over 30 years amassing an astonishing collection of European art from the Renaissance to the 20th century\, and a stellar collection of Indian and Southeast Asian art spanning 2\,000 years. Modern and Contemporary Art from Europe and the United States also occupies an important place in the Museum’s collections. The Museum houses more than 12\,000 objects\, roughly 1\,000 of which are on view in the galleries and gardens. Two exhibition spaces feature rotating installations of artworks not on permanent display. \nAdmission is free for all visitors on the first Friday of every month from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Unless otherwise stated\, events are free with admission and no reservations are required. \nAdmission Fees & Tickets\n\n\n\nAdults\n$20.00\n\n\nSeniors (ages 62 and above)\n$15.00\n\n\nChildren (ages 18 and under)\nFree\n\n\nStudents with valid I.D.\nFree\n\n\nMuseum Members\nFree\n\n\n\nTicketing Information\n\nAdvance tickets are no longer required but are recommended to expedite check-in.\nOur general admission tickets will be sold for a specific day but not a specific entry time.\nWe will release tickets one month at a time.\nIf you become sick or are unable to visit the museum\, you may still redeem your ticket up to 4 weeks from the original visit date.\nTickets are non-transferable.\nIf you qualify for one of our “free admission” categories\, you must bring proof of eligibility with you at check-in.\nGroups of more than 15 guests are not permitted at this time. Independent tour operators who are planning to visit with groups of 15 or fewer visitors are required to fill out an Independent Tour Request Form.\nTickets can only be reserved or purchased for one visit per order.\n\nQuestions? Please email tickets@nortonsimon.org. \nHOURS\nMonday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nTuesday – Wednesday: CLOSED\nThursday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nFriday – Saturday: 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nSunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nPlease note our sculpture garden\, café\, and store close at 4:45 p.m. (6:45 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). The final entry time for non-members or visitors without tickets is 4:15 p.m. (6:15 p.m. on Friday and Saturday). \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.nortonsimon.org/exhibitions\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/word-as-image/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:Norton Simon Museum\, 411 W Colorado Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 91105\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Pasadena,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Jazz at LACMA
DESCRIPTION:EVERY FRIDAY– Los Angeles County Museum of Art\nExperience the unforgettable allure of Jazz at LACMA! Every Friday evening from April to November\, 6 – 8:00pm\, prepare to be swept away by captivating melodies and infectious rhythms within the breathtaking grounds of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). \n  \nJazz at LACMA is free and open to all. Seating is limited and first come\, first served. Visitors are encouraged to wear face masks in all indoor spaces including restrooms. \n\n \nLos Angeles County Museum of Art\, 5905 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036 \n \nLACMA is the largest art museum in the western United States\, with a collection of more than 147\,000 objects that illuminate 6\,000 years of artistic expression across the globe. Committed to showcasing a multitude of art histories\, LACMA exhibits and interprets works of art from new and unexpected points of view that are informed by the region’s rich cultural heritage and diverse population. LACMA’s spirit of experimentation is reflected in its work with artists\, technologists\, and thought leaders as well as in its regional\, national\, and global partnerships to share collections and programs\, create pioneering initiatives\, and engage new audiences. \nOur Mission\nLACMA’s mission is to serve the public through the collection\, conservation\, exhibition\, and interpretation of significant works of art from a broad range of cultures and historical periods\, and through the translation of these collections into meaningful educational\, aesthetic\, intellectual\, and cultural experiences for the widest array of audiences. \n\nWelcome to LACMA!\nOur galleries are open and our outdoors spaces are filled with art\, live music\, art-making activities for all ages\, fine and casual dining\, and quiet spots to relax. Located in the center of Los Angeles\, LACMA is here for your inspiration and discovery. \nWe hope you enjoy your visit! \nAdvance Tickets Available for All Visitors\, Including Members\nWalk-up tickets are available\, but timeslots do sell out and may not be available. Advance timed-entry tickets are highly recommended. \nAll visitors\, including LACMA members and NexGenLA youth members\, may purchase or reserve an advance timed-entry ticket online or at the LACMA Ticket Office during regular museum hours\, or by calling the LACMA Ticket Office at 323 857-6010\, 10 am–5 pm\, Monday through Friday. Learn more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMUSEUM Hours\nMonday – Tuesday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm\nWednesday: Closed\nThursday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm\nFriday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm\nSaturday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nlacma.org/event-calendar\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/jazz-at-lacma/2024-01-05/
LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Miracle Mile - Mid-Wilshire,Concerts & Music,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:FULL MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOUR
DESCRIPTION:STREAM NOW- TWO HOUR VIRTUAL TOUR- Petersen Auto Museum\n \nPetersen Auto Museum welcomes you to join us as we do our first ever\, 2+hour Full Museum & Vault Virtual Guided Tour. This tour will walk through almost all of the vehicles in the museum and cover the 5 newest exhibitions including Supercars\, Extreme Conditions\, Reclaimed Rust (the James Hetfield Collection)\, and Redefining Performance (Porsche). \n\nPetersen Auto Museum Virtual Tour includes over 200 makes and models spanning over 120 years \nof automotive history. You will also see the Vault presented by @Hagerty​\, which includes celebrity cars like the @TheSmokingTire​‘s  \nMatt Farah’s Lamborghini\, @Tavarish​‘s Lamborghini\,  \nand Bruce Canepa’s #Porsche​ 959. \n\n  \n  \nVAULT ABSTRACT\nAfter an extensive renovation\, the Vault presented by Hagerty® has more than doubled in size and now features over 250 vehicles from around the world. Discover some of the most iconic and rare cars\, motorcycles\, and trucks spanning over 120 years of automotive history. Visitors get to explore the history of the automobile\, from early legends to stunning modern supercars. Visitors will see turn-of-the-twentieth-century cars\, head-of-state vehicles\, American classics\, the personal rides of Hollywood legends\, award-winning hot rods\, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation\, and many other surprises. \n  \n\nTimestamps below for each floor.  \n​ Skip to 2nd Floor: 33:45​ (Motorsports\, Motorcycles\, James Hetfield’s Collection\, Offroad & Porsche)  \nSkip to 1st Floor: 1:13:06​ (Science Fiction Cars)  \nSkip to Vault: 1:23:53​ (200+ car collection underground) \n  \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.petersen.org/watch-page\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/petersen-auto-museum-5/2024-01-06/
LOCATION:https://www.petersen.org/watch-page
CATEGORIES:Car Shows,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Online/ Virtual
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SUMMARY:Mount Wilson Observatory
DESCRIPTION:OPEN WEEKENDS- Mt Wilson\nMount Wilson Observatory is located on the summit of Mount Wilson above Pasadena at an altitude of 5715 feet. Mount Wilson Observatory is visible from much of the Los Angeles area. Free of charge\, this is a must see experience. \n  \n \n\n\nViewing through the 100-Inch Hooker Telescope\nThe world’s largest telescope from 1917 to 1949\, the 100-inch Telescope forever changed our understanding of the scale and nature of our Universe and launched a revolution in astronomy that continues through today. This world-heritage class instrument\, used by many of the greatest astronomers of the Twentieth Century\, has only recently been made available for regular public viewing. It is the largest telescope in the world that you can rent! Imagine looking through the telescope used by astronomers Edwin Hubble and Milton Humason in the late 1920s to measure the expansion of the Universe. \n\n  \n \nThe 60 inch Telescope\nMount Wilson Observatory’s 60-inch telescope was completed in 1908 by Observatory founder George Ellery Hale with funding from Andrew Carnegie. It was the world’s largest operational telescope until Hale went on to complete the Mt. Wilson 100-inch telescope in 1917. For a more detailed history of this revolutionary instrument\, which became the model for all large observatory telescopes of the future\, see the article “Building the 60-inch Telescope.” Among the many important discoveries from the 60-inch telescope was Harlow Shapley’s revelation in 1918 that the accepted view of the time\, that our Sun was near the center of the Milky Way Galaxy\, was wrong. Shapley used the light gathering power of the 60-inch to show that our solar system is instead half way out toward the edge of our Galaxy. The telescope was a workhorse instrument for astronomy for over half a century and used by astronomical luminaries such as Edwin Hubble\, Walter Baade\, and Allan Sandage to unravel the secrets of stars and galaxies. Now retired from active scientific service\, the 60-inch and the 100-inch telescopes are the largest in the world made exclusively available to the public. With their large light-collecting mirrors and the exquisite skies over Mount Wilson\, these historic telescopes provide an unrivaled and unique astronomical experience. \n\n\n\n\n\nCHARA (Center for High Angular Resolution Astronomy)\nMount Wilson’s newest astronomical instruments are Georgia State University’s optical interferometric array of six telescopes. This facility\, located here because of the exceptional seeing conditions\, puts Mount Wilson back on the cutting edge of astrophysics. The full array was completed in 2004. Each telescope of the CHARA Array has a light-collecting mirror 1-meter in diameter. The telescopes are dispersed over the mountain to provide a two-dimensional layout that provides the resolving capability (but not the light collecting ability!) of a single telescope a fifth of a mile in diameter. Light from the individual telescopes is conveyed through vacuum tubes to a central Beam Synthesis Facility in which the six beams are combined together. When the paths of the individual beams are matched to an accuracy of less than one micron\, after the light traverses distances of hundreds of meters\, the Array then acts like a single coherent telescope for the purposes of achieving exceptionally high angular resolution. The Array is capable of resolving details as small as 200 micro-arcseconds\, equivalent to the angular size of a nickel seen from a distance of 10\,000 miles. In terms of the number and size of its individual telescopes\, its ability to operate at visible and near infrared wavelengths\, and its longest baselines of 330 meters\, the CHARA Array is arguably the most powerful instrument of its kind in the world. \nScience Objectives\nThe Array is applicable to problems in almost all areas of contemporary astronomy. It is particularly suited to stellar astrophysics where it will be used to measure the diameters\, distances\, masses\, and luminosities of stars\, as well as to image features such as spots and flares on their surfaces. Other projects range from detecting planetary systems\, imaging stars in process of formation\, and studies of bright transient phenomena like novae. \nFor more information on this amazing research facility and the science that is emerging from it\, please go to the CHARA array homepage. There you can find a video\, Sizing up the Stars\, that explains how interferometry works. \n\n\n\n \nAstronomical Museum\nAlso on the mountain\, next to the 100-inch telescope\, there is a new exhibit hall that displays Albert Michelson’s original interferometer\, used to get the first measurement of stars other than our Sun.  The exhibit hall reveals in detail how the light is combined in the new CHARA area. \nWeekend Public Guided Tours\n\n\n\n\n\nDocent-led walking tours of the observatory take place on Saturdays and Sundays through November 29. The two hour tours depart at 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. sharp from the Cosmic Cafe located above the large parking lot at the entrance to the Observatory. A special feature of these tours is entrance into both the 60-inch and 100-inch telescope domes\, as well as the observing room of the 150-foot Solar Tower Telescope.  On rare occasions\, a telescope may be closed to the tour due to a special event or maintenance. \n\n\nPurchasing Tickets \nTickets are $15 (adults) and $13 (ages 12 and under & 62 and older). Tour tickets are available for same-day purchase at the Cosmic Café\, and rarely sell out. For each tour\, 15 spots are available. \nIf you have a large group\, we urge you to opt for a private tour instead. These can be arranged by sending an email request to tours@mtwilson.edu. \nChildren under age 6 are not permitted. The tours involve about a mile of walking and climbing some stairs. Please read the Health Notice in the information tab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrivate Group Tours\nPrivate guided tours may be arranged by individuals or groups in advance. A modest per-person fee is charged. More information is available here. Please contact tours@mtwilson.edu for more details and a private tour request form. Private tours are held in the daytime only and do not include looking through a telescope. \n\n\n Weather conditions may occasionally result in unscheduled closures. Access to Mount Wilson is via the Angeles Crest Highway (CA Hwy 2) from the 210 Freeway at La Canada Flintridge. You can download a printable PDF map with directions here.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThe Cosmic Café Sandwich Shop\nCome up the mountain for a wonderful lunch in an incomparable setting. Located in the Pavilion above the main parking lot\, serves fresh-made sandwiches and other treats and souvenirs on Saturdays and Sundays through early November\, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n  \n\n\n \nFree Self Guided Tours\nIf you are planning ahead and would like a nice guide of your visit\, Print your own free brochure for a self-guided tour and map of Mount Wilson. \n\n\n\nAn Interactive Map\nTo explore the telescopes and other sites on observatory online\, click on the interactive map of the Observatory\, above. \n  \n\n\n \nA 13-page Visitors Guide is also available for purchase at the Cosmic Café. Written by Hal McAlister\, the second director of the Mount Wilson Institute and founder of CHARA\, it is a well-illustrated guide to all the points of interest on the mountaintop. \n\n\n\n\nElevation Warning\nThe high elevation of the Observatory (5715 ft) and the change in elevation during the approximately one-mile and two-hour long tour are unsuitable for individuals with respiratory and heart problems or with limited mobility. \nThe century-old facilities are not ADA-compliant and\, except for the Astronomical Museum and the Cosmic Cafe\, offer no access to those who cannot climb multiple flights of stars. Thus\, tours of the Observatory\, either guided or unguided\, are inappropriate for some elderly people and for those who are not in good health. \nVisitors should take these factors into consideration before touring the Observatory. \n\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nA U.S. Forest Service Adventure Pass is required to park at the Observatory\, as it is located on U.S. Forest Service land. A day pass may be purchased at the Cosmic Cafe (when it is open from April 4 to November 29 in 2020) on weekends between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Other times\, the $5 day pass or the $30 dollar annual pass may be purchased at many locations around Los Angeles before you head up.  Click here to go to the U.S. Forest Service website for more information about the Adventure Pass and where to buy them. Their website has a place to enter your location to search for nearby vendors. The Shell station in La Canada at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway should be selling them as well. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n</div> \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHours\nApril 1 – November 1 Saturday – Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm \nDecember 1 – March 31 Saturday – Sunday: : 10am – 4:00pm \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.mtwilson.edu/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Mount Wilson Observatory\, Pasadena\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Pasadena,Education,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:BLACK HISTORY EVERY MONTH
DESCRIPTION:FREE! TUES – SUNDAY- Exposition Park\nThe California African American Museum (CAAM) focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and western United States. \nAdmission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum’s mission is to research\, collect\, preserve\, and interpret for public enrichment the history\, art\, and culture of African Americans with an emphasis on California and the western United States. \n \n  \n  \nCAAM’s permanent collection consists of over 4\,000 objects ranging from the 1800s to the present. It encompasses paintings\, photographs\, film\, sculpture\, historical documents\, and artifacts\, and it spans nineteenth-century landscape paintings to modern artworks to contemporary mixed-media reflections on cultural and political events. \n \n  \nThe Museum’s first acquisitions included a bronze bust of civil rights activist Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune by artist Richmond Barthé and a sculpture by artist Maren Hassinger\, then at the start of her career. These laid the perfect groundwork for CAAM’s mandate to assemble a comprehensive\, thoughtful\, and wide-reaching collection. \n \n  \nCAAM’s deepest holdings include art made or connected to African Americans in California and the western United States. However\, the Museum also has significant works of contemporary art from the African diaspora (including Haiti\, Brazil\, and Jamaica)\, as well as traditional African art from Western\, Central\, and Sub-Saharan Africa. CAAM aims to represent the diverse contributions of African Americans in the United States\, but also to interpret how the past has affected identity in the present. \n  \n  \nToday\, CAAM oversees\, exhibits\, and conserves a rapidly growing collection. Each quarter\, curators review the current holdings and decide as a committee on future acquisitions. We view our collection as a living body — constantly evolving\, growing\, and reflecting the world in which we live. \n \n  \nSome examples of CAAM’s collection include the Walter Burrell Collection of audio recordings of Burrell’s interviews with African American celebrities\, broadcast by a local radio station in the early 1970s; the oral histories of Celes King\, who was both a local civil rights activist as well as a former Tuskegee airman; and selections from the collection of visual artist John Outterbridge. \n  \n \nHours\nTuesdays – Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.\nSundays: 11:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.\nMondays: Closed \n  \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \ncaamuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
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LOCATION:California African American Museum\, 600 State Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Haramokngna AMERICAN INDIAN CENTER
DESCRIPTION:OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS- San Fernando\n\n\n\n\n\nHaramokngna American Indian Cultural Center sits on Red Box Saddle in the Angeles National Forest. It sits in the middle of the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail\, historically named for the Native populations who were relocated to the San Gabriel Mission.\n\n\nThe area was a resting spot on the trek from the desert to the sea or vice versa through which trade was accomplished. Pre-contact local tribes came here to gather the bounty of the mountains (acorn\, game\, pine nuts\, etc.) and renew community ties.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n‘Haramokngna’ meaning “place where people gather\,” is an American Indian Cultural Center focused on historic and contemporary tribal culture. Haramokngna originally opened in 1998 with a Special Use Permit from Angeles National Forest. Converted from a former fire station\, the cultural center provides an exhibit space that tells the story of the five tribes of the San Gabriel Mountains: Tongva\, Tataviam\, Chumash\, Kitanemuk\, and Serrano. These five tribes are explored through their pre-European contact relationship with the land and each other via trade routes through the mountains. \n \n  \nToday there are more people of American Indian descent living in the greater Los Angeles area than in any other urban setting\, most having been uprooted and relocated from indigenous and reservation lands. Through Haramokngna and working closely with our elders\, we have created a significant land base in Los Angeles to serve the American Indian need to reconnect spiritually\, culturally\, environmentally\, and socially. Whereas\, community members will be the ones to take on the leadership roles in providing education to the public and groups on issues\, practices\, crafts\, and conducting workshops while providing for healthy future generations. Haramokngna hopes to continue to grow and be a positive influence within our communities\, the forest\, and to the visitors who continue to pass through these historic trade routes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \nHaramokngna originally opened in 1998  with a Special Use Permit from Angeles National Forest. Converted from a former fire station\, the cultural center provides an exhibit space that tells the story of the five tribes of the San Gabriel Mountains: Tongva\, Tataviam\, Chumash\, Kitanemuk\, and Serrano. These five tribes are explored through their pre-European contact relationship with the land and each other via trade routes through the mountains. \n  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Visitor Center is open year-round from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm on Saturdays\, Sundays\, Monday holidays\, and snow play days. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHaramokngna is positioned as a regional hub for several trails including the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail\, Pacific Coast trail\, Strawberry Hill Trail\, and Silver Moccasin Trail\, among other trails. We provide Angeles National Forest and trail information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHours\nSaturday & Sunday: 10:00am – 6:00pm \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttp://haramokngna.org/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Haramokngna American Indian Cultural\, Angeles Crest Hwy & Mt Wilson Red\, Azauza\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Walks, Runs, Bikes & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Griffith Observatory
DESCRIPTION:NOW OPEN  FRIDAY – SUNDAY- Griffith Park\nGriffith Observatory is a free-admission facility located on the south side of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. The building and grounds are accessible for all visitors. The building is busiest on weekends\, during summer and holiday periods\, and at sunset. \n\nGriffith Observatory’s grounds and roads are generally open the same hours as Griffith Park\, 5:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.\, every day. Access to Griffith Park is free\, though there is paid parking closest to the Observatory. There are public restrooms located next to the Observatory parking lot. Trailheads on Observatory grounds lead to Mount Hollywood\, the Greek Theatre area\, and Fern Dell. \n\n\nDaily Programs\n\nSamuel Oschin Planetarium\n\n\nOur most prominent daily programs are the shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium\, With its spectacular Zeiss star projector\, digital projection system\, state-of-the-art aluminum dome\, comfy seats\, sound system\, and theatrical lighting\, the 290-seat Samuel Oschin Planetarium theater is the finest planetarium in the world. Every show is presented by a live\, engaging storyteller\, and one of our three current shows is offered every 60 to 90 minutes each day the Observatory is open. \n\nPublic Telescopes\nthe Observatory offers many other stellar experiences while you visit. During the day\, you can see the live image of the Sun on our coelostat (solar telescope) in the Ahmanson Hall of the Sky. Each evening\, there are free public telescopes on the roof and lawn for you to observe the night sky. \n \nLeonard Nimoy narrates The Once and Future Griffith Observatory movie profiling the Observatory’s history\, renovation\, and current offerings. You can join our staff for talks about local noon\, the Tesla Coil\,and The Big Picture\, or just walk through the exhibit galleries. \n \nDon’t forget to take in the views of Los Angeles\, get a bite to eat in the Café at the End of the Universe\, or buy a souvenir at the Stellar Emporium. That’s a busy day! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClosed Monday – Thursday \nWeekday (Friday) Hours\nOpen 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m. \nWeekend (Saturday – Sunday) Hours\nOpen 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. \nHours\nMonday-Thursday: Closed\nFriday: 12:00pm – 10:00pm\nSaturday & Sunday: 11:00am – 10:00pm \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://griffithobservatory.org/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Griffith Observatory\, 2800 East Observatory Road\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90027\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Hollywood,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Museums
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SUMMARY:Hollywood Heritage Museum
DESCRIPTION:OPEN EVERY FRIDAY-SUNDAY- Hollywood\nThe Hollywood Heritage Museum\, is located in the Lasky-DeMille Barn\, which was built in 1901.  The story of the early Hollywood motion picture industry and the historic Hollywood community is told through archival photographs\, historic documents\, movie props and related memorabilia.  Visitors experience the actual structure where Cecil B. DeMille’s office exists\, furnished with selected personal DeMille belongings\, and where countless movies were filmed and studio staff worked and played. \nOn December 27\, 1956\, the Lasky-DeMille Barn was designated California State Historic Landmark No. 554\, recognizing the significant role the building played in the birth of the Hollywood motion picture industry.  Since 1985\, Hollywood Heritage\, Inc. has funded the preservation\, restoration and maintenance of the barn. It’s the oldest existing motion picture production building in Hollywood\, having been established as the Burns-Revier Studio in 1912\, and becoming the Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company in 1913.  The Lasky Company merged with Adolph Zuckor’s Famous Players in 1916\, becoming Famous Players-Lasky and merging with Paramount Distributing Company\, finally becoming Paramount Pictures Corporation. In 2014\, the Lasky-DeMille Barn was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. [See the Time Line on the Museum link for a more detailed history of the barn]. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVISITING THE MUSEUM\nThe Hollywood Heritage Museum is open Friday\, Saturday and Sunday from noon until 4 pm. As we share our ample parking lot with the Hollywood Bowl\, the museum is occasionally closed when the Bowl has an event.  If you are traveling a long way to visit us\, it might be a good idea to phone first to make sure we are open: (323) 874-2276. \n\n\nPARKING\nParking is free. There is a large parking area on the east side of Highland Avenue\, in front of the museum.  There is no entrance facing Highland Avenue.  You have to go around the corner either on Milner Road or Odin Street and immediately turn into the lot.  If there are parking lot attendants at a barricade\, tell them that you are visiting the museum. \nPUBLIC TRANSPORTATION\nThe Metro subway station closest to the Museum is the Hollywood-Highland stop.  We are located approximately a half-mile north on Highland Avenue\, about a 12-minute walk. \nBECOME A DOCENT:\nHollywood Heritage is a volunteer driven organization. Our docents assist museum guests and help with our Barn programs\, as well as many other activities associated with historic preservation issues and the day-to-day activities that make our organization so vital.  If you are interested in becoming involved\, click here. \n  \n \nHOLLYWOOD HERITAGE ARCHIVE:\nHollywood Heritage maintains an archive of historic photographs\, documents\, and other material related to the film industry and the community.  Our archive also includes considerable holdings on Hollywood real estate history and buildings of architectural significance.  We continue to seek material related to our dual mission of industry and community history.  Questions regarding our archive and donations procedures should be directed to our Collections Manager\, Richard Adkins. \nDONATION OF PHYSICAL ITEMS:\nHollywood Heritage welcomes donations both monetary and physical objects.  Donated items fall into two categories. \nFor resale in the Museum Store:  The museum store contains new and used items.  The older items are all donated to Hollywood Heritage and include books on the motion picture industry and its participants\, and books on the Los Angeles area.  It also includes used DVDs\, VHS tapes and other electronic storage of motion pictures\, as well as related items. These types of donated items can be dropped off at the museum along with the donor’s name and address so that\, if desired\, donor recognition and/or a tax letter can be provided by the Collections Manager. \nFor Hollywood Heritage Archive:  These are items that Hollywood Heritage’s curator agrees are compatible with our collection.  An appointment may be set up with our Collections Manager.  Much of the collection has been donated by individuals and families with relatives who contributed to the film industry and the Hollywood community\, often with the goal of preserving their relatives’ participation in Hollywood. We are also interested in photographs or other documentation of any properties in Hollywood\, as we maintain an archive of each property by address.  For further information about donations you may contact our museum manager. \nHollywood Heritage\, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 California state non-profit corporation.  All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.  We will be happy to provide a receipt for donations for tax purposes. \n\n  \n  \n \nAdmission:\nHollywood Heritage members:  Free! (Join at the door or online). \nAdults: $10 \nChildren under 12:  FREE! \nHours\nFriday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 4:00pm\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.hollywoodheritage.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Hollywood Heritage Museum\, 2100 N. Highland Ave.\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Hollywood,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:FREE ADMISSION at Kidspace Museum
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERY 1st FRIDAY- Pasadena\nUnlock a world of wonder and imagination with Free Admission at Kidspace Children’s Museum every first Friday of the month! Gather your family and friends for a day filled with exploration\, creativity\, and laughter\, as you dive into our interactive exhibits and hands-on activities without any admission fees. From curious toddlers to adventurous tweens\, everyone is invited to join in the fun and experience the joy of learning through play. Mark your calendars and join us on these special days to create cherished memories and inspire young minds\, all while enjoying the vibrant and enriching environment of Kidspace. Visit our website for the latest details and plan your unforgettable day of discovery! \n \nKidspace is a nonprofit museum designed to delight and engage children emotionally\, intellectually\, and physically through joyful\, kid-driven experiences. We invite all children to play\, discover\, create\, thrive\, and explore the world with curiosity and kindness. \n \nOur Mission\nTo nurture the potential of all children through kid-driven experiences\, inspiring them to become joyful\, active learners. \nOur Philosophy\nBeginning with a baby’s very first smile\, we believe that joy is the start of everything. It connects us to wonder and discovery\, to art and music\, to exploration and invention\, and to one another. It helps us navigate the world with confidence and optimism. Everything we do at Kidspace is designed to enrich the lives of children and families through the power of joy. \n \n \nWe’re a Nonprofit\nKidspace Children’s Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational and cultural institution committed to serving the needs and interests of children and families. We host nearly 380\,000 guests each year on a beautiful\, 3.5-acre outdoor campus with more than 40 hands-on exhibits\, a live animal collection\, and a variety of creative play spaces and water features. We offer a wide array of free and discounted programs\, field trips\, and digital resources for schools to maximize access for children and educators. \n \n\nGeneral Admission Fees & Tickets\n\n\n\nAdults\n$15.50\n\n\nChildren (1+)\n$15.50\n\n\nSeniors (62+)\n$13.50\n\n\nInfants (<1)\nFree\n\n\nMembers\nFree\n\n\n\nTimed Ticketing\nGuests of all ages\, including members\, must have a timed-entry online ticket to enter Kidspace. Walk-up tickets may be available in limited quantities but cannot be guaranteed. Please review our safety and experience information below before reserving your tickets. \nMuseum Map\n \n\n\n\n\nBefore you visit\, please note:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndoor galleries are subject to capacity limitations and are available on a first-come-first-served basis.\nCertain exhibits\, programming\, or activities may be modified\, unavailable\, or may have reduced capacity.\nMuseum admission is non-refundable and non-transferable.\nDrinking fountains have been deactivated or replaced by bottle fillers.\nIf you plan to play in the water\, bring a change of shoes and extra masks.\n\n\n\n\nThe COVID-19 pandemic is a dynamic public health crisis. Kidspace may update its related policies as needed and without notice. Your visit will be governed by the policies in place at the time of your admission.\nAll guests must comply with safety policies and staff instructions. We expect guests to respect Kidspace staff and other visitors. Kidspace will not tolerate inappropriate behavior or abusive\, demeaning\, foul\, or harassing language. Failure to comply with these policies may result in immediate removal from campus and/or revocation of membership without refund.\n\n\n\nHOURS\nMonday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm\nFriday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nkidspacemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more
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LOCATION:Kidspace Children’s Museum\, 480 North Arroyo Boulevard\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91103\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Pasadena,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:FIRE! SCIENCE & SAFETY
DESCRIPTION:OPEN DAILY- California Science Center\nThe Fire! Science & Safety exhibition invites you to explore Casa Del Fuego\, Apartment 911 as a fire danger detective\, seeking out fire and burn hazards so you can help make families\, pets and homes safer. Hands-on interactives give you a chance to explore the science of fire—safely—by creating “fire” out of different ingredients in our firepit\, practice fire-fighting skills with a fire extinguisher\, and figure out which appliances might blow a circuit if you use them together. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore below to discover some of the experiences you can have in this totally hot permanent exhibition. Admission is free! \nEXHIBITS\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFire Triangle Firepit\nExperiment with fire—safely—to learn the science behind it. Discover which fuels and heat sources combine to make fire\, and then learn how to put different types of fires out. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nElectrical safety\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out how to use electricity safely in exhibits like this circuit game\, which invites you to discover how much you can plug in before blowing a circuit! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFire Escape Planning\nLearn how to escape a home safely in case of fire\, and get inspired to create an escape plan for your own family. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKitchen safety\nExplore an interactive kitchen\, where you can uncover tips for cooking safely with your stove\, microwave and oven. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBurn prevention\nSkip the scalds by learning how to prevent burns from hot water in the kitchen and bathroom. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nExtinguish A Fire\n\n\n\n\n\nPractice putting out a fire so you’ll be ready in an emergency! When using an extinguisher\, don’t forget to PASS! Pull the pin. Aim at the base of the fire. Squeeze the handle. Sweep the spray back and forth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWildfire Preparedness\nWildfires are becoming more frequent—and more intense—in California. Find out why—and prepare your home and family in case one ignites near you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScience Live!\nOur Educators will be conducting live demos and guided exhibit explorations in the Fire! Science & Safety exhibition. Learn how to create a fire escape plan while experiencing exciting smoke\, video and lighting effects designed to suggest a real fire. Also\, participate in fire danger scavenger hunts throughout the exhibition. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExciting effects in a fire escape plan demonstration help guests learn about fire safety. This exhibition was developed in partnership with the Children’s Burn Foundation. Children’s Burn Foundation is the only organization that heals child burn survivors and their families through comprehensive physical\, financial and emotional care\, while educating communities in California and across the globe on how to prevent and treat burns. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHours\nOpen Daily: 10:00am – 5:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://californiasciencecenter.org/exhibits/fire-science-safety\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/fire-science-safety/2024-01-07/
LOCATION:California Science Center\, 700 Exposition Park Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90037\, United States
CATEGORIES:-DTLA,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Hollywood Heritage Museum
DESCRIPTION:OPEN EVERY FRIDAY-SUNDAY- Hollywood\nThe Hollywood Heritage Museum\, is located in the Lasky-DeMille Barn\, which was built in 1901.  The story of the early Hollywood motion picture industry and the historic Hollywood community is told through archival photographs\, historic documents\, movie props and related memorabilia.  Visitors experience the actual structure where Cecil B. DeMille’s office exists\, furnished with selected personal DeMille belongings\, and where countless movies were filmed and studio staff worked and played. \nOn December 27\, 1956\, the Lasky-DeMille Barn was designated California State Historic Landmark No. 554\, recognizing the significant role the building played in the birth of the Hollywood motion picture industry.  Since 1985\, Hollywood Heritage\, Inc. has funded the preservation\, restoration and maintenance of the barn. It’s the oldest existing motion picture production building in Hollywood\, having been established as the Burns-Revier Studio in 1912\, and becoming the Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Company in 1913.  The Lasky Company merged with Adolph Zuckor’s Famous Players in 1916\, becoming Famous Players-Lasky and merging with Paramount Distributing Company\, finally becoming Paramount Pictures Corporation. In 2014\, the Lasky-DeMille Barn was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. [See the Time Line on the Museum link for a more detailed history of the barn]. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVISITING THE MUSEUM\nThe Hollywood Heritage Museum is open Friday\, Saturday and Sunday from noon until 4 pm. As we share our ample parking lot with the Hollywood Bowl\, the museum is occasionally closed when the Bowl has an event.  If you are traveling a long way to visit us\, it might be a good idea to phone first to make sure we are open: (323) 874-2276. \n\n\nPARKING\nParking is free. There is a large parking area on the east side of Highland Avenue\, in front of the museum.  There is no entrance facing Highland Avenue.  You have to go around the corner either on Milner Road or Odin Street and immediately turn into the lot.  If there are parking lot attendants at a barricade\, tell them that you are visiting the museum. \nPUBLIC TRANSPORTATION\nThe Metro subway station closest to the Museum is the Hollywood-Highland stop.  We are located approximately a half-mile north on Highland Avenue\, about a 12-minute walk. \nBECOME A DOCENT:\nHollywood Heritage is a volunteer driven organization. Our docents assist museum guests and help with our Barn programs\, as well as many other activities associated with historic preservation issues and the day-to-day activities that make our organization so vital.  If you are interested in becoming involved\, click here. \n  \n \nHOLLYWOOD HERITAGE ARCHIVE:\nHollywood Heritage maintains an archive of historic photographs\, documents\, and other material related to the film industry and the community.  Our archive also includes considerable holdings on Hollywood real estate history and buildings of architectural significance.  We continue to seek material related to our dual mission of industry and community history.  Questions regarding our archive and donations procedures should be directed to our Collections Manager\, Richard Adkins. \nDONATION OF PHYSICAL ITEMS:\nHollywood Heritage welcomes donations both monetary and physical objects.  Donated items fall into two categories. \nFor resale in the Museum Store:  The museum store contains new and used items.  The older items are all donated to Hollywood Heritage and include books on the motion picture industry and its participants\, and books on the Los Angeles area.  It also includes used DVDs\, VHS tapes and other electronic storage of motion pictures\, as well as related items. These types of donated items can be dropped off at the museum along with the donor’s name and address so that\, if desired\, donor recognition and/or a tax letter can be provided by the Collections Manager. \nFor Hollywood Heritage Archive:  These are items that Hollywood Heritage’s curator agrees are compatible with our collection.  An appointment may be set up with our Collections Manager.  Much of the collection has been donated by individuals and families with relatives who contributed to the film industry and the Hollywood community\, often with the goal of preserving their relatives’ participation in Hollywood. We are also interested in photographs or other documentation of any properties in Hollywood\, as we maintain an archive of each property by address.  For further information about donations you may contact our museum manager. \nHollywood Heritage\, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 California state non-profit corporation.  All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.  We will be happy to provide a receipt for donations for tax purposes. \n\n  \n  \n \nAdmission:\nHollywood Heritage members:  Free! (Join at the door or online). \nAdults: $10 \nChildren under 12:  FREE! \nHours\nFriday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 4:00pm\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.hollywoodheritage.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/hollywood_heritage_museum/2024-01-07/
LOCATION:Hollywood Heritage Museum\, 2100 N. Highland Ave.\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Hollywood,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:African American Firefighter Museum
DESCRIPTION:EVERY SUNDAY – Los Angeles\nVisit The African American Firefighter Museum! The African American Firefighter Museum is dedicated to promote diversity and to stand up for inequality against all races and genders. \nThe first floor contains vintage fire apparatus\, stories and pictures of pioneering African American Los Angeles Firefighters. The Museum gallery is located on the second floor with pictures\, artifacts and other memorabilia of African American Firefighters from around the country. \nOPEN EVERY SUNDAY FROM 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm\n \n\n\n1401 S Central Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90021 \n\nHISTORY\nThe AAFFM opened it’s doors as a Museum on December 13\, 1997. The dedication of the Museum also served as the acknowledgement of what was believed to be the city’s first 100 years of service by African American Firefighters (1897-1997). In 2002\, the Los Angeles Times contacted the AAFFM and stated they had discovered factual information to indicate the history started before 1897 with a man named Sam Haskins\, who was listed as the first Los Angeles Fireman of African decent when he was hired in 1892 and killed while responding to a fire in 1895. \nToday the Museum is open to the public and is strictly volunteer and donation driven. It is a 501 c(3) non-profit organization and it is available for use by organizations and individuals that desire to host events such as; meetings\, luncheons\, dinners\, banquets\, book signings\, film viewings\, jazz festivals\, social dances\, receptions and retreats. Our beloved historian\, 96 year old retired Firefighter Arnett Hartsfield\, who passed away in 2014 was our most cherished volunteer. As a Los Angeles Firefighter during the 1940s and 50’s he lead the integration of the Los Angeles Fire Department. As a graduate of USC law school\, he and his fellow firemen known as the Stentorians\, the NAACP and the local community were instrumental in successfully integrating the LAFD. The stories of the men that endured that horrific fight are told by the museum’s photographs\, paintings\, and artifacts. \nMISSION STATEMENT\nThe African American Fire Fighter Museum is dedicated to collecting\, conserving\,  and sharing the heritage of African American Fire Fighters through collaboration and education. \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.aaffmuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/african-american-firefighter-museum-3/2024-01-07/
LOCATION:African-American Firefighter Museum\, 1401 South Central Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Santa Monica History Museum
DESCRIPTION:OPEN THURSDAY – SUNDAY- Santa Monica\nThe Santa Monica History Museum was founded under the “Historical Activities Committee” of Santa Monica’s Centennial Celebration in 1975 and by a public poll\, with their goal to collect\, preserve\, and be the caretaker of history. Its name at that time was the Santa Monica Historical Society and it was designated as the official collector and preserver of the history\, art\, and culture of the Santa Monica Bay Area. Former Mayor Clo Hoover\, the first woman mayor of Santa Monica\, was elected the first president. \n\nThe museum\, one of the largest in the country for a city the size of Santa Monica\, has grown far beyond expectations with an expansive collection of artifacts\, photographs\, and memorabilia. Thousands of hours have been dedicated to public education and museum services. \n \nWith the help of Louise and Bob Gabriel who had been active in the community for years and had a strong love for Santa Monica and its history took on the responsibility to make the museum a reality.  Within three years\, with determination\, perseverance\, and countless hours of work\, Bob headed the fundraising committee and raised the necessary funds. Louise was able to get all the furnishings for the museum donated by companies that were going out of business. Bob found a temporary rent‐free location on Colorado Avenue. \n\n\nOur Mission\nThe Santa Monica History Museum’s mission is to collect\, preserve and share the history and culture of Santa Monica for generations to come. \n\n\n\n\nOur Vision\nThe Santa Monica History Museum is the steward of the rich history of the Santa Monica Bay area. We are committed to enriching our community by providing public access to our extensive collection with interpretive exhibitions\, public programs\, community partnerships\, and through archival and research services. \n\n\n\nCURRENT EXHIBITION FROM APRIL 1 – DECEMBER 23\, 2022\nBroadway to Freeway:\nLife and Times of a Vibrant Community\n \nIn the mid-20th century\, the Broadway neighborhood was a thriving\, tight-knit community in Santa Monica. Built by African American\, Mexican American\, and immigrant communities\, the Broadway neighborhood was a haven for those who were excluded from other parts of the city by racist and anti-immigrant policies and practices. \nThis exhibition tells the story of how residents built Broadway into a flourishing community of color – and how the Interstate 10 freeway destroyed it in the 1960s. The vibrant lives of pioneering individuals – like the first African American teacher and social worker hired in Santa Monica – are knitted into the neighborhood they built together. The community populated Broadway with welcoming schools\, homes\, and businesses – from beauty parlors and jazz clubs\, to the malt shop\, tortilleria\, and Jewish deli. \n \nFeaturing period photographs\, advertisements\, oral histories\, and songs\, the exhibition draws on the wealth of archival material collected by the Quinn Research Center\, which is dedicated to preserving the history of African American life in Santa Monica. \nToday\, little evidence remains of the community on the blocks between 13th Street and 20th Street\, once the heart of the Broadway neighborhood. Though physically erased\, Broadway lives on in the stories that are preserved and shared to illuminate past inequities and spotlight the inspirational individuals who created a center of social and civic life on their own terms. \n\nAdmissions\n\nGeneral – $5.00\nSeniors & Students – $5.00\nChildren under 12 – Free\nMuseum members – Free\nVeterans & Active-duty military – Free \n\nHours\nMonday – Wednesday: Closed\nThursday: 3:00pm – 8:00pm\nFriday – Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm \nMuseum Holiday Hours\nWe are closed in observance of the following holidays: New Year’s Day\, President’s Day\, Easter\, Memorial Day\, July 4th\, Labor Day\, Thanksgiving\, and the day after\, Christmas \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nsantamonicahistory.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/santa-monica-history-museum-2/2024-01-07/
LOCATION:Santa Monica History Museum\, 1350 7th Street\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Santa Monica,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Spaces & Places
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SUMMARY:Life! Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:OPEN DAILY- California Science Center\nThe California Science Center  Life! Beginnings celebrates life’s incredible ability to make more life. Discover how humans and all living creatures reproduce\, develop\, and pass on their genes to bring new life into the world. \nPerform a mating dance with other animals\, build a baby pigeon by mixing and matching its parents’ genes\, and practice different parenting strategies from the animal kingdom. Step inside an immersive womb room to experience the human journey from conception to birth\, and marvel at real fetal specimens. Experience the wonder of animal life cycles as live sphinx moths transform from hungry green caterpillars to fuzzy moths the size of your hand. \nLife! Beginnings is located on the second floor World of Life gallery. This new exhibition is the first phase of a planned renovation of the entire World of Life gallery. \n \nDiscover how humans and living creatures reproduce\, develop\, and pass on the genes to bring new life into the world. \n  \n  \n \nExperience the human journey\, from conception to birth\, inside an immersive womb room\, and view real plastinated fetal specimens. \n  \n \nBuild a baby pigeon and learn how genes from parents mix to create unique offspring. \n  \n \nPractice different parenting strategies from the animal kingdom and try to help your offspring reach adulthood. \n  \n \nDiscover how different species reproduce by exploring brilliant\, life-size models. \n\nHours\nOpen Daily: 10:00am – 5:00pm \nGeneral Admission is FREE! Timed-entry reservations are required \n \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \ncaliforniasciencecenter.org/exhibits/life-beginnings\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/california-science-center-life-beginnings/2024-01-08/
LOCATION:California Science Center\, 700 Exposition Park Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:SPACE SHUTTLE ENDEAVOUR
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERYDAY @ The California Science Center\n\n\n\nSpace Shuttle Endeavour\nCome today to see up close and personal NASA”s OV-15 Space Shuttle Endeavour. The Endeavour successfully completed 25 missions into space\, including the first service mission to the Hubble Space Telescope\, as well as the first mission to add a U.S. component to the International Space Station.On display in the Samuel Oschin Pavilion \n\n\nAdmission to the Space Shuttle Endeavour is included with your special exhibit or IMAX ticket. Take your ticket to the Endeavour queue on the 2nd floor for admission. Shop our Endeavour web-store featuring the many new and exclusive space shuttle Endeavour products offered at the Science Center. \n\n\n\nWhile we are building Endeavour’s permanent home\, a new addition to the Science Center called the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center\, Endeavour can be viewed in the Samuel Oschin Pavilion. Guests who come to see Endeavour will begin their experience in Endeavour Together: Parts & People\, a companion exhibit featuring artifacts from Endeavour and the external tank. \nFollowing their visit to Endeavour Together\, guests will be directed to the Samuel Oschin Pavilion to see Endeavour. \n\n\n\n\nSamuel Oschin Pavilion\nIn the Samuel Oschin Pavilion\, guests will be able to see Endeavour up close and discover some of the science behind this amazing vehicle.The pavilion will feature images and video to introduce guests to Endeavour’s past missions and the crews who flew them. \n\n\n  \n  \n\nEndeavour Together: Parts & People\nEndeavour Together: Parts & People celebrates Endeavour\, the space shuttle program\, and the people who helped make the program possible. The exhibit also highlights the shuttle program’s strong connection to California\, where all the orbiters were built. Endeavour Together includes images of Endeavour under construction locally in Palmdale and Downey\, as well as artifacts that flew into space aboard Endeavour. Dramatic video programs convey the emotion and power of Endeavour. \n  \n \nRocketdyne Operations Support Center\nThe Rocketdyne Operations Support Center (ROSC) monitored every space shuttle launch\, from the first to the last\, from right here in Southern California. \n\n\nSpace Potty\nThe space potty\, or Waste Collection System\, provided a high-tech solution to one of space travel’s most pressing concerns. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGalley\nOur galley served as a kitchen in space for astronauts aboard Endeavour. \n\n\nTires\nGuests can touch these tires from Endeavour flight STS-134\, which show the wear from landing on the runway. \n\n\nNose Cone\nThe nose cone protected sensors at the top of the space shuttle’s external tank. \n\n\nOrthogrid\nThe orthogrid was carved from a single metal plate to be part of the wall of a super-lightweight space shuttle external tank (ET). \n\n\n  \n  \n \n\n\nMission 26: ET Comes Home\nExperience ET-94’s move to the California Science Center through engaging photographs captured by Gil Garcetti. The exhibition highlights moments of ET-94’s trip through the Panama Canal\, its arrival in Marina del Rey\, and its journey through the streets of Los Angeles and Inglewood on the way to its new home. \n\n\n  \n\n\n \nVisit their reservation information page for details on how to get timed reservations to see Endeavour on display in the Pavilion. \n*Endeavour Timed Reservations for individuals are required on weekends\, holidays\, and peak dates. For groups of 15 or more please call (213) 744-2019. \n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \ncaliforniasciencecenter.org\n \n  \n\nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/space-shuttle-endeavour-2/2024-01-08/
LOCATION:California Science Center\, 700 Exposition Park Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:UCLA Meteorite Collection
DESCRIPTION:FREE WEEKDAYS- UCLA Westwood Village\nThe UCLA Collection of Meteorites is the largest on the West Coast and contains over 2500 samples from about 1500 different meteorites. It is the fifth largest collection of meteorites in the United States and the second largest housed at a university. \n  \n \nOur collection includes the main masses of about 40 meteorites and the type specimens of more than 300 meteorites collected from hot deserts; 60 of these are iron meteorites. Eighty of these meteorite type specimens are from the state of California. These were collected by local citizens during the past few decades\, mainly from the playas (dry lakes) scattered around the Mojave Desert. \n  \n \nSome of our meteorites are large and well suited for exhibits (in fact\, some of them are exhibited at the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History). However\, most of the samples are small and mainly of value for research. \n  \n  \n \nThe study of meteorites and the processes that formed them is called cosmochemistry. The cosmochemists at UCLA are among the most productive university researchers in the world. It is thus appropriate that we have one of the best university meteorite collections. \n  \nWe are in the second year of operating a Meteorite Gallery\, located in room 3697 of the Geology Building. Opened in January 2014\, the Gallery is open to the public weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm. CLOSED WEEKENDS. Admission is always free. The current exhibits will gradually expand as funds and additional samples are obtained. For highlights of the Meteorite Gallery please click here. \n  \n  \n \n  \nWe are eager to add meteorites to the UCLA collection. If you have a meteorite collection and are interested in considering a donation\, we would like to hear from you. You can contact us here. \n \nLOCATION\nThe Meteorite Gallery is located in room 3697 of the Geology Building on the UCLA campus. \n595 Charles E. Young Dr.\nEast\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90095.\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nmeteorites.ucla.edu\nHours\nMonday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm\nSaturday & Sunday: Closed \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nmeteorites.ucla.edu\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:UCLA Meteorite Gallery\, Geology Building\, Room 3697\, 595 Charles Young Drive East\, Westwood Village\, CA\, 90024\, United States
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Fire Museum
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY – Los Angeles\nThe Los Angeles County Fire Museum is a public museum dedicated to the history of the Los Angeles County Fire Department in Los Angeles County\, California. The museum has some 60 antique fire engines in its collection\, including fire engines from the 1860s through just-retired apparatus. \nOPEN Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. \nWhen you arrive\, please have a $5 donation ready for each visitor over 12 years old.  \nFREE ADMISSION for Our Members\, Active & Retired LACoFD Firefighters\, Active Military\, and children 12 and under.\nWe accept cash\, checks\, and credit cards.\n \nOur docents are retired Firefighters\, many of whom have worked on our more recent apparatus\, or similar rigs. Your guides are extremely knowledgeable and just about the friendliest group of people you will meet. They have stories to tell and are open to sharing them with you. \nAntique fire apparatus are the stars of the showroom. Some of our finest specimens are on display. The world-famous television show EMERGENCY! 51’s are all here; The Crown Engine 51\, the Ward LaFrance Engine 51\, and Squad 51. We have rigs from the late 1800s through the 20th Century all shined up and ready for your inspection. The City of Bellflower’s first Los Angeles County Fire Department engine\, Engine 23\, is here. This apparatus underwent a massive restoration in preparation for the Museum’s grand opening in July of 2018. \nDisplay cases surround the showroom and are full of very interesting fire-related artifacts. Visit our famous Engine Company 51 Store\, our Museum gift shop. Most items are available online\, but not all. You will have a close-up view of our special items available for purchase in-house only. \nGroup tours and private visits will be accommodated if possible. Please use the Contact Us form to provide us with your dates and other pertinent information so we may try to accommodate you the best we can. \nWhen you get hungry\, the Museum is located in central downtown Bellflower alongside many fine Local Restaurants. You will find many cuisines to choose from\, like sushi\, bar-b-q\, custom sandwiches\, Italian\, Mexican\, burgers\, and more. \n\n \n16400 Bellflower Blvd\, Bellflower\, CA 90706 \nThe Los Angeles County Fire Museum is the brand for the public face. The County of Los Angeles Fire Museum Association is the official organization that oversees all of the Museum’s assets. \nIn the mid-1970s\, two Los Angeles County Firefighters began what would become The County of Los Angeles Fire Museum Association. By the end of the 80s\, our Museum was formally organized under the State of California as a not-for-profit public benefit corporation. \nThe Association acquired\, and still maintains\, a space in the LACo Fire Department Headquarters in Los Angeles\, storage units at the Department’s Air facility in Pacoima\, and a large warehouse in South Gate. Around the year 2000\, the Association rented an old auto repair shop from the city of Bellflower\, CA. This facility became the first public face for the Association and allowed us to open to the public for the first time. \nIn July of 2018\, the City of Bellflower became a partner with the Association. The showcase Museum is located on the bottom floor of Bellflower’s MAYNE EVENTS CENTER. The auto body repair building was purchased by The Association the same year and now houses the Los Angeles County Fire Museum’s “The Shop”\, the place where all the hard restoration work is now performed. \nMISSION STATEMENT\n\nCelebrate the history of the American Fire Service and the contributions made to that history by the Los Angeles County Fire Department.\nDocument and present the evolution\, history\, and impact of fire-based Emergency Medical Services.\nAcquire\, preserve\, and present artifacts\, apparatus\, photographs\, and documents\, along with other materials\, which assist in the presentation of our history.\nRestore antique fire apparatus to accurately reflect their respective histories.\n\n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.lacountyfiremuseum.com/visit-us\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/los-angeles-fire-museum/2024-01-09/
LOCATION:LA Fire Museum\, 16400 Bellflower Blvd\, Bellflower\, CA\, 90706\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Bellflower,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Spaces & Places
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SUMMARY:INVESTIGATING GRIFFITH PARK
DESCRIPTION:NOW ON VIEW- The Autry Museum\n\n\n\n\nThe Autry Museum of the American West wants to know\, “What makes Griffith Park special to you?”  In a city with such diversity as Los Angeles\, The Autry is reaching out to Angelenos in hopes to hear from as many people as possible.\n\n\n\n\n \nWhat makes Griffith Park special to you? For many Angelenos\, the name evokes a panorama of memories—from picnics\, hikes\, horses\, and softball games to the zoo\, observatory\, trains\, and\, of course\, the Autry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBut how much do you really know about Griffith Park? How did it come to be\, and what are its best-kept secrets? Join us as we explore stories about Griffith Park\, a landscape that we honor as Tongva/Gabrielino land and a public park for Los Angeles. \n  \n \n  \nTo celebrate Griffith Park’s 125th anniversary in 2021\, the Autry\, has opened a community-led exhibition. The Autry’s newest exhibition\, Investigating Griffith Park\, a hands-on space that invites visitors to share their stories\, experiences\, and input on what the anniversary celebration should include. \n \n  \nOne section of the current gallery asks\, “What is the park to you?” and invites visitors to write responses. The museum says that while the public’s notes may influence the final exhibition\, they’re also helping the museum plan future questions\, focus group topics\, and talk-back sessions with partner organizations. \n \n\n\n\nWhile the Autry designed the gallery as a way to gather feedback from the public\, it’s also a great introduction to what the park offers. Visitors will find historical artifacts and photos\, video clips of Griffith Park’s many movie appearances\, a kids’ play area\, and an oversized board game about P-22\, the beloved mountain lion. \nEven the area of the park where the Autry is located has a fascinating history. In addition to the upcoming anniversary exhibition\, the Autry’s long-term plan includes building a research archive around Griffith Park in order to make it easier for people to study the park and to spur further research. \n  \n\n\n\n\nTimeline:\nCurrently open in its first phase of development\, we welcome your feedback as we further transform one of the Autry’s core galleries into an experiential\, hands-on space. Through Investigating Griffith Park\, we are gathering input from hundreds of visitors and experts to reveal some of the many stories from the park’s 4\,000-plus acres. Keep watching this space for future updates\, and sign up for our Investigating Griffith Park email list here. \nPHASE I: DISCOVERY | 2018 \nPublic discussions\, hands-on activities\, and feedback loops helped us learn what you wanted to know about the park. \nPHASE II: IDEA TESTING | 2019–2020 \nWatch as the gallery further transforms based on community input. \nPHASE III: EXHIBITION FINALIZED  \nExperience the exhibition fully when phase III is completed in connection with the 125th anniversary of Griffith Park! \n\n\n  \n\n\n \nThe Autry Museum of the American West\, 4700 Western Heritage Way\, Griffith Park. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased onsite or online. \nHours\nFREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the MONTH- Griffith Park\n\n\nTuesday: Closed\nTuesday – Friday: 10:00am – 4:00pm\nSaturday & Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm \n\n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://theautry.org/exhibitions/investigating-griffith-park\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Autry Museum of the American West\, 4700 Western Heritage Way\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 0027-1462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:FREE ADMISSION TODAY at the Autry Museum
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the MONTH- Griffith Park\nDiscover the Autry Museum of the American West\, and discover art\, history\, and cultures of the American West! Located in beautiful Griffith Park\, the Autry features world-class galleries filled with Native American art and cultural materials\, film memorabilia\, historic firearms\, paintings\, interactive areas\, and more. \n  \n \nThroughout the year\, the Autry also presents a wide range of public events and programs—including lectures\, film\, theater\, festivals\, family activities\, and music—and performs scholarship\, research\, and educational outreach. The Autry’s collection of more than 500\,000 pieces of art and artifacts includes the Southwest Museum of the American Indian Collection\, one of the largest and most significant collections of Native American materials in the United States. \n  \nVoted “Favorite Museum” by Los Angeles Daily News Readers\, 2014–2018!\n \nThe Autry is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM)\, the field’s primary vehicle for quality assurance\, self-regulation\, and public accountability. AAM-accredited museums have demonstrated they meet standards and best practices and shown themselves to be core educational entities that are good stewards of the collections and resources they hold in the public trust. Of the nation’s estimated 33\,000 museums\, approximately 1\,075 are currently accredited. \nLearn more about exhibitions\, public events\, collections\, kid-friendly activities\, and membership options. \nAutry Museum of the American West Mission Statement\nThe Autry brings together the stories of all peoples of the American West\, connecting the past with the present to inspire our shared future. The Autry promotes research and educational activities\, encourages the development of pathbreaking scholarship\, and reaches a broad audience through programs and publications. Learn more and search the collections. \n\nThe Autry Online\nThe Autry’s doors may be temporarily closed to the public\, but that’s not going to stop us from bringing all the stories of the American West to you. Find below links to blog posts\, Collection Spotlights\, videos\, educational resources\, our new Is This a Western? series\, and more! \n\nAutry Original Series\nCollections and Stories\nEducational Resources\nMusic and Poetry\nNative Culture & History\nVirtual Discussions\n\n  \n \nHours\nTuesdays – Sundays: 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.\nMondays: Closed \n\n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://theautry.org/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:Autry Museum of the American West\, 4700 Western Heritage Way\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 0027-1462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Free Admission to LACMA
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY- Miracle Mile\nExperience the vibrant world of art and culture without any barriers! Every second Tuesday of each month\, ALL VISITORS are OFFERED FREE ADMISSION to LACMA! The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) opens its doors wide to welcome visitors of all ages and backgrounds for a day of exploration and inspiration\, completely free of admission charges. \n \nEmbrace the opportunity to wander through LACMA’s hallowed halls\, where masterpieces from across the ages converge to tell stories of human creativity and expression. From captivating paintings that evoke emotions to intricate sculptures that embody craftsmanship\, the museum’s diverse collection promises a journey through time and culture. \nBring your family\, friends\, or even venture on a solo adventure to immerse yourself in the world of artistic wonders. Whether you’re an art aficionado or a curious newcomer\, Free Admission to LACMA offers an accessible gateway to enriching experiences\, fostering a sense of community and shared appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us. \nOTHER Free General Admission for:\n\n\n\nLACMA members\, every day\nYouth (12 & under) and Teens (13–17) Residing in L.A. County\nYouth (12 & under) Residing Outside L.A. County\nNexGenLA members and one guest. NexGenLA is a free membership for kids under 17 years who live in L.A. County\nL.A. County residents\, weekdays after 3 pm with valid ID\nActive-duty military (including National Guard and Reserve) and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day\, through the Blue Star Museums program\nBank of America debit or credit card holders\, first full weekend of every month\nSoCal Museums Annual Free-For-All Day\nProfessional Personal Care Attendant (PPCA) accompanies a paying visitor who requires such care. Complimentary admission for a PPCA may be requested at a LACMA Ticket Office.\nMembers from 24 museums nationwide receive free general admission through the Reciprocal Membership Program.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nFree Membership for L.A. County Kids & Teens\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNexGenLA \nMake LACMA a regular part of your life! NexGenLA is a free membership for kids under 17 years who live in L.A. County. As NexGenLA members\, kids and teens can visit the museum for free anytime and bring one guest for free admission. \nLearn more about NexGenLA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover LACMA as a great intergenerational family destination. Grab your kids\, friends\, and family to make\, look\, and talk about art at Andell Family Sundays\, collaborate and create during our daily in-gallery pop-up art activities\, join artist-led classes\, and more! L.A. County children are invited to become members of NexGenLA—the museum’s free and award-winning youth membership! \nAt LACMA we welcome all self-defined manifestations of family. Family is family—regardless of biology\, residence\, gender\, or marital status. \n\nNotice to all visitors:\nMasks are strongly recommended indoors for everyone. \nStay home if you or members of your party are sick or have COVID-19 symptoms as identified by the L.A. County Department of Public Health\, which include fever\, cough\, shortness of breath\, difficulty breathing\, or chills. \nDo not visit LACMA if you or members of your party are currently under isolation or quarantine orders. \nAn inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, senior citizens and anyone with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. \n\nPlanning Your Visit\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvance Tickets Available for All Visitors\, Including Members \nWalk-up tickets are available\, but timeslots do sell out and may not be available. Advance timed-entry tickets are highly recommended. \nAll visitors\, including LACMA members and NexGenLA youth members\, may purchase or reserve an advance timed-entry ticket online or at the LACMA Ticket Office during regular museum hours\, or by calling the LACMA Ticket Office at 323 857-6010\, 10 am–5 pm\, Monday through Friday. Learn more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDining\, Store\, and Programs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDining at LACMA \nC+M (Coffee + Milk)\, with a menu of coffees\, teas\, and pastries\, is open daily\, except Wednesdays. Ray’s\, with gourmet farm-to-table cuisine and table service available both indoors and outdoors\, is open daily\, except Wednesdays. Reservations are encouraged. LACMA Café offers classic L.A. street fare\, including smash burgers\, chicken tenders\, fries\, and salads. \nVisit the Dining page for full details. \n  \nThe LACMA Store Is Open \nThe LACMA Store in the Resnick Pavilion is open. Credit or debit card is required for all purchases. \n  \nHOURS\nMonday – Tuesday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm\nWednesday: CLOSED\nThursday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm\nFriday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm\nSaturday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nThe museum is closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas\, and Wednesdays. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nlacma.org\n \n  \nFind more
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LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Miracle Mile - Mid-Wilshire,Arts & Crafts,Education,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 LGBTQ,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:THE HAMMER MUSEUM
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR GOOD! Westwood Village\nThe Hammer Museum champions the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light\, to experience the unexpected\, to ignite our imaginations\, and inspire change. \n\nThe Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide significant insight into some of the most pressing cultural\, political\, and social questions of our time. We share the unique and invaluable perspectives that artists have on the world around us. \nA vibrant intellectual and creative nexus\, the Hammer is fueled by dynamic exhibitions and programs—including lectures\, symposia\, film series\, readings\, and musical performances—that spark meaningful encounters with art and ideas. \nAnd through our unwavering commitment to free admission and free public programs\, the Hammer is open for all and FREE FOR GOOD.\n\n \n  \n\nA BIGGER\, BETTER HAMMER MUSEUM\n\nIf oil magnate Armand Hammer were alive today\, he might marvel that the museum he launched in Westwood before his death in 1990 has evolved into one of the most forward-focused art institutions in Los Angeles. After all\, the museum was originally designed to house his fine collection of old-master paintings and drawings\, as well as works on paper by Honoré Daumier and his 19th-century contemporaries. \n\n\n\n\n\nBut in the ensuing decades\, as the art world has continued to evolve\, so has Los Angeles — and so has the Hammer Museum\, which is now a part of the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture. In 1994\, UCLA assumed management and operations of the museum\, and the Hammer kept its original purpose but also expanded its mission. Today\, the Hammer has a wide reputation for innovation and for showcasing new artists. \n  \n\nNew Contemporary Gallery\n\n  \n“L.A. has become a hotbed of contemporary art and artists\,” says Ann Philbin\, the museum’s director since 1999\, “and the Hammer has become a premier institution where they are shown.” \n  \n\n\n4th-Floor-Offices\n\n  \nUnder Philbin’s leadership\, the museum has expanded its collections and programs\, including establishing the Hammer Projects series of exhibitions and installations featuring local\, national and international emerging artists. It also launched the Made in L.A. biennial\, now in its fourth edition. Through these and other innovations\, the Hammer has quadrupled its attendance to about 250\,000 a year. \n  \nLindbrook Terrace\n  \nMeanwhile\, Occidental Petroleum\, which occupied the adjoining building\, relocated to Houston\, Texas. So the Hammer has begun a major\, multiyear expansion that will take the museum far into the 21st century. \nEarlier this year\, the Hammer announced a $180 million capital campaign. Almost half of those funds will be used to expand gallery and other public spaces\, while the rest will go toward exhibitions\, programming and an endowment. The museum has already raised more than $130 million\, including $30 million from L.A. philanthropists Lynda and Stewart ’59\, J.D. ’62 Resnick and $20 million from Hammer board chair Marcy Carsey. \n  \n  \nAnnex\n  \nThe renovations and additions being designed by Michael Maltzan Architecture\, who was commissioned in 2000 to create the museum’s 2003 master plan\, include: \n• A newly designed entrance at Wilshire and Westwood boulevards to maximize the museum’s visual presence at one of the nation’s busiest intersections. In the coming years\, the museum will also benefit from a planned Metro Purple Line station across Wilshire. \n• More than 10\,000 square feet of additional exhibition space for contemporary art. \n• New permanent collection galleries and a study room for the Grunwald Center Collection. \n• 20\,000 square feet of enhanced public spaces\, including a new restaurant. \n• A new and more accessible Hammer Store. \n  \n  \n2nd Floor B Side\n  \nIn all\, the expansion will provide 60 percent more gallery space for exhibitions. The museum will remain open during construction\, and admission will continue to be free. “We’re accessible to everyone\, and that keeps people coming back\,” Philbin says. “L.A. has been growing as one of the world’s most exciting cultural creative communities\, and the museum has grown alongside it.” \n  \n\n  \nBookstore\nHISTORY OF THE HAMMER MUSEUM\nThe Hammer Museum opened to the public in November 1990. Founded by Dr. Armand Hammer\, former Chairman of Occidental Petroleum Corporation\, the Museum was designed by architect Edward Larrabee Barnes. Financed by Occidental\, the Museum was built adjacent to the Corporation’s international headquarters in Westwood. At that time\, the Museum featured galleries for Dr. Hammer’s collections — old master paintings and drawings\, and a collection of works on paper by Honore Daumier and his contemporaries — as well as galleries for traveling exhibitions. Dr. Hammer passed away in December 1990\, three weeks after the opening of the Museum leaving many spaces unfinished. \nIn 1992\, the Museum began negotiations with its neighbor\, University of California\, Los Angeles (UCLA)\, to assume the management and operations of the institution. In April 1994\, the partnership with UCLA was finalized and the following year the University relocated its collections and the staff of the Wight Art Gallery and the Grunwald Center for the Graphic Arts to the Hammer. The Museum also assumed responsibility for the Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden\, located at the north end of the UCLA campus. \nHenry Hopkins\, then director of the Wight gallery and professor in the Department of Art\, became director of the Museum until his retirement in 1998. In 1999 Ann Philbin was named director and has developed a strong and original institutional identity and built a national and international reputation for thematic contemporary exhibitions\, scholarly historical exhibitions\, and contemporary artists’ projects. During her tenure the Hammer has formed a Hammer Contemporary Collection which now holds over 2\,000 artworks. In addition\, Philbin has overseen substantial renovations to the museum’s building\, including the completion of the 300-seat Billy Wilder Theater and museum café. With Philbin’s direction\, the museum instituted the internationally acclaimed Hammer Projects\, a series of more than one hundred contemporary exhibitions and installations featuring local\, national\, and international emerging artists. Philbin also created a series of dynamic public programs which are core to the Hammer’s identity and regularly feature many of the most influential authors\, artists\, and creative thinkers of our time. \n \n\nHours\nThe museum is open every day\, except Mondays\, July 4\, Thanksgiving\, Christmas\, and New Year’s Day. \nMonday: Closed\nTuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m.-8:00p.m.\nSaturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. \nAdmission to all exhibitions and public programs is free and open to the public. Free admission to the Hammer Museum is made possible through the generosity of Erika J Glazer and Brenda R. Potter. \n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhammer.ucla.edu\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/hammer-museum-3/2024-01-09/
LOCATION:Hammer Museum\, 10899 Wilshire Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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