Week of Events
FULL MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOUR
STREAM NOW- TWO HOUR VIRTUAL TOUR- Petersen Auto Museum Petersen 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 […]
Sunday, August 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -THE GETTY VILLA
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August 17, 2026 -UCLA Meteorite Collection
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August 17, 2026 -FREE ADMISSION at Norton Simon Museum
THE GETTY VILLA
FREE EVERYDAY- off PCH in Malibu The Getty Villa houses the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.This collection antiquities includes over 1,200 works are on view in 23 galleries devoted to the permanent collection along with five additional galleries for changing exhibitions. There are objects dating from 6,500 B.C. to A.D. 400. The Getty Villa offers […]
UCLA Meteorite Collection
FREE WEEKDAYS- UCLA Westwood Village The 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. Our collection includes the main masses of about 40 […]
FREE ADMISSION at Norton Simon Museum
FREE EVERY 1st FRIDAY- Pasadena Norton Simon Museum, embrace a remarkable opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating world of art and culture! Discover the allure of artistic expression as you're cordially invited to experience FREE ADMISSION at Norton Simon Museum on the enchanting first Friday of each month, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. […]
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -LA Underwater at the Natural History Museum
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August 18, 2026 -Kelp Forest in DTLA
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August 18, 2026 -Forest Lawn Museum
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August 18, 2026 -Getty Center Central Garden
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August 18, 2026 -THE HAMMER MUSEUM
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Featured August 18, 2026 -Featured FREE ADMISSION TODAY at the Autry Museum
LA Underwater at the Natural History Museum
ONGOING EXHIBIT - Natural History Museum Dive into L.A.'s Prehistoric Past: Unveiling the Secrets of "LA Underwater" Ever wonder what swam beneath the bustling streets of Los Angeles millions of years ago? The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) takes you on a captivating journey through time with their immersive exhibition, "LA Underwater." […]
Kelp Forest in DTLA
FREE EVERY DAY- Exposition Park, DTLA Find yourself immersed in the majestic grandeur of a giant kelp forest, where algae called kelp grow as large as trees and support a tremendous variety of life. You may be amazed to discover that examples of this spectacular ecosystem, which in the wild can support over 800 species, […]
Forest Lawn Museum
NOW ON EXHIBIT - Forest Lawn Museum, Glendale Enriching the community through artwork. The Forest Lawn Museum first opened in 1952 and is located adjacent to the Hall of Crucifixion-Resurrection at Forest Lawn – Glendale. Forest Lawn’s founder, Dr. Hubert Eaton, wrote in his Builder’s Creed that our park should be “a place where artists […]
Getty Center Central Garden
ADMISSION IS FREE - PARKING IS NOT- Sepulveda Pass Perched atop a hill overlooking Los Angeles, the Getty Center is a renowned museum housing a vast collection of art. But beyond the grand galleries lies a hidden gem: Getty Center Robert Irwin's Central Garden, a captivating fusion of art, nature, and light. This four-acre masterpiece […]
THE HAMMER MUSEUM
FREE FOR GOOD! Westwood Village The 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. The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide […]
FREE ADMISSION TODAY at the Autry Museum
FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the MONTH- Griffith Park Discover 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. Now […]
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair
California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair
California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair FREE! TUES - SUNDAY- Exposition Park The 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. Admission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum's mission is to […]
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
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August 20, 2026 -Learn How To Meditate
JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
FREE EVERY THIRD THURSDAY- Little Tokyo Japanese American National Museum is the first gallery in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Americans of Japanese ancestry as an integral part of U.S. story. Through its comprehensive collection of objects, images and documents, as well as multi-faceted exhibitions, educational programs, documentaries and publications. The […]
Learn How To Meditate
EVERY THURSDAY 12:30–1:00PM- Online via ZOOM. Would 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 […]
Friday, August 21, 2026
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August 21, 2026 -IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
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August 21, 2026 -Western Museum of Flight
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August 21, 2026 -FREE ADMISSION at Academy Museum
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August 21, 2026 -Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles
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August 21, 2026 -Los Angeles Maritime Museum
IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
TUESDAY TO SUNDAY - Italian American Museum of Los Angeles The 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 […]
Western Museum of Flight
FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance The 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 […]
FREE ADMISSION at Academy Museum
FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 17 - Academy Museum Calling all young movie buffs and passionate film enthusiasts! Step into the world of cinematic magic at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, where exploration is not just encouraged—it's FREE! For children under 17, the doors swing wide open to a world of movie […]
Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles
WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY - Downtown Los Angeles VISIT ICA LA TODAY! The Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA) is an epicenter of artistic experimentation and incubator of new ideas. ICA LA is committed to making contemporary art relevant and accessible for all. Open Wednesday - Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm ADMISSION IS FREE! Learning […]
Los Angeles Maritime Museum
WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY - San Pedro Discover 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. […]
Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -TONIGHT AT THE J. PAUL GETTY MUSEUM
TONIGHT AT THE J. PAUL GETTY MUSEUM
FREE EVERYDAY- The Sepulveda Pass The Getty Museum, located on the west side of the Sepulveda Pass, is one of the most visually stunning locations in Los Angeles. The Getty is an architectural master piece, over looking a garden like no other, featuring some of the best views of the Los Angeles basin. The J. […]