🐠 Without a doubt, Museum Collections help us study human impact on wildlife. Dr. Bill Ludt, Associate Curator of Ichthyology, shares the ongoing microplastic research which samples specimens from the 1940s to present.

🐍 Shake, rattle, and roll... Happy World Snake Day! Celebrate with a few fun facts courtesy of Leslie Gordon (Senior Manager, Living Collections) and Juniper, our resident rattlesnake.

Welcoming visitors at the entrance of “Orcas: Our Shared Future,” stories of the indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America can be found within its carvings, told through the image of various animals.

Entwining humans, animals, and supernatural beings, Bill Reid’s untitled 1967 cedar sculpture reflects the Haida worldview that we are all interconnected—that legendary figures share powers and knowledge, support each other, and move between lands, seas and skies.

Sam Neill’s portrayal of Dr. Alan Grant in JURASSIC PARK will forever hold a revered place as the inspiration for an entire generation of paleontologists and the catalyst of a renaissance in the public's fascination with dinosaurs.

🦖 Ever wanted to explore NHM’s world-famous dinosaur collection? Now, you can. Go behind the scenes, see how real fossils are prepared, enjoy a rare visit to our Dinosaur Institute, and more with our brand-new Insider Tour! Tours Thursday through Saturday. RSVP today: go.nhm.org/insider-tour

🐟 Spotted: Fish out of water! Ever wonder what the oldest specimen in our Ichthyology Collection might be? Dr. Bill Ludt, Associate Curator of Ichthyology, shares this unique catch.

Learn more about in “Modern Frequency: Bridging Coffee, Art, and the Armenian Diaspora,” one of the latest stories from our “L.A. Culture in a Cup” series, at NHM.org (link in bio). 📍 1638 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041

Founded by artist and musician Serj Tankian alongside longtime friend and coffee roaster Ara Ajounian, Kavat is built on the belief that coffee is more than a ritual, but connection: "We want people to feel the intention, the history, and the love we’ve poured into this."

☕️ Sitting between the heritage of Armenian culture and the creative pulse of Eagle Rock is Kavat Coffee, a gathering place where artistic expression, diasporic memory, and contemporary Los Angeles culture meet for a freshly brewed cup.

In commemoration of the nation's 250th anniversary, experience NHM's newest exhibition, "The Declaration In Progress" now on view until January 2027.

Though possessing very unique features such as its duck-like bill and webbed feet, the platypus is a mammal belonging to a unique group called monotremes. Curious about what makes platypuses so extraordinary? Learn more and explore the world of mammalogy: go.nhm.org/mammalogy

🖊 Through "The Declaration in Progress", get a rare look at a reproduction of a draft copy of the Declaration of Independence, along with objects from impactful moments in the nation’s 250-year history—new and now on view at NHM: go.nhm.org/declaration

⚽ We’ve got two new ways to show your team spirit this season! Celebrate your passion for the beautiful game and museum pride with our brand-new museum-themed scarves—which one are you rooting for? @nhm.org: go.nhm.org/team-nhm-scarf @tarpits.org: go.nhm.org/team-tarpits...

👀 Our collections keep growing day by day! Dr. Bill Ludt, Assistant Curator of Ichthyology, shares some of the latest additions to the Museum's fish collection.

Discover the incredible trove of marine fossils under San Pedro High School—the largest collection of marine fossils ever found in Los Angeles County: go.nhm.org/miocene-sea

💡 To those who encourage discovery and inspire curiosity. Happy Father's Day!

Learn more about Orcas at #NHMLA's newest Exhibit, 𝘖𝘳𝘤𝘢𝘴: 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 now on view!

🦖 Beginning July 9, step into a world millions of years in the making with an exclusive behind-the-scenes Insider Tour at NHM! Go behind the scenes, see how real fossils are prepared, hear untold stories, then enjoy a rare visit to our Dinosaur Institute: go.nhm.org/insider-tour

Saturday, June 27, join NHM's Dr. Allison Shultz (Associate Curator, Ornithology) in conversation with Artist and Birder David Tomb at the Patricia Sweetow Gallery in conjunction with the exhibition, “Summer 2026: Part 1”! go.nhm.org/shultz-0627 📷 David Tomb

In honor of #Juneteenth, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County will offer free admission to all visitors from 3pm to 5pm, Friday, June 19! Free tickets will be available at any on-site museum ticketing desk.

Traffic Advisory ⚠️ June 11–14, the FIFA Fan Festival at the Coliseum will cause heavy traffic and limited parking around the Natural History Museum. Please plan ahead and consider taking the Metro E (Expo) Line and exiting at the USC/Expo station.

Dinosaurs, they never get old 🦕🙌

The creation, care, and keeping of creatures is a responsibility the last full-time museum taxidermist in the U.S. takes both seriously and joyfully. Learn more about NHM’s Tim Bovard, courtesy of the @nytimes.com: go.nhm.org/nyt-tim-bovard

Out of an abundance of caution due to police activity in Exposition Park, visitors are currently not able to enter the Museum until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

🦎 Ever wonder about the strength behind the likes of iguanas and monitor lizards? Watch as the worlds of reptiles and Masters of the Universe collide with #NHMLA's resident Herpetology Collection Manager, Nefti Camacho!

🚶✨ Taking a little trip down the #NHMLA memory lane

Another season of Adventures in Nature Day Camp is nearly here! With just 3 weeks to go, don’t miss your chance to register your child for the remaining open sessions: 🐚 July 13 - 17 | Pod Patrol 🦇 July 20 - 24 | Nocturnal Neighbors go.nhm.org/adventures

The Ruby Fruit was more than a bar. It was a signal in the city of Los Angeles, a space specifically carved out for the "sapphically inclined,” welcoming all members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community: go.nhm.org/ruby-fruit

🗡️ At first glance, could you tell which of He-Man's allies were inspired by what reptile species? Nefti Camacho, Collections Manager of Herpetology (and resident Masters of the Universe superfan!), shares the lore.