Suggestions for History Museum near Los Angeles

eric b. • May 27, 2023Beautiful grounds with some interesting buildings. Good group of volunteers, lots of buildings moved from Pasadena.

Jimmy Z. • September 13, 2011The giant whale on the way to the main entrance is amazing!!!

Bo L. • August 7, 2014Cool location. Great room and space for a wedding ceremony.

Kim C. • April 13, 2013Small museum, but great displays. Entry is free!

Taiowa W. • April 22, 2018Who can go wrong with dinosaurs?Lots of interesting stuff to see. Plan to spend at least 2 hours to really take it all in.

Monica T. • March 30, 2018Inspiring architecture and grounds. Very well kept home; staff is accommodating, knowledgeable and pleasant.

Francis U. • August 23, 2020This is an awesome place for neon sign selfies at night!

Diana A. • August 18, 2017Loved this museum! Great collection of cars, well designed displays, everything is presented in a very interesting way! Outside of the building is super cool too!

Emma G. • September 18, 2017very cool, historical gem! the two docents hanging out- had fun knowledge to share. (like how old telephone poles were repurposed to support the roof's structure)

Terry S. • January 6, 2013The landmark Variety Building skyscraper is the visible-from-afar center of it all.

Kendal C. • August 16, 2018The exhibit on Japanese American internment is necessary and a must see. Museum staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

Carla • August 2, 2010This museum carries a terrific message for everyone to tolerate every aspect of life. It's really a great and fun interactive way to learn history and to be more aware of current prejudice.

Janelle B. • August 20, 2013This is my absolute favorite part of going here!!! So many! And so beautiful!

Zk • February 2, 2015They have a cool exhibit all about that day it drizzled.

Matthew S. • May 18, 2017We paid a great price due to some work being done on the 2nd floor. We paid $10 each and if you are a music lover, it's well worth the price of admission.

L.O D. • May 3, 2013Look for the wild peacocks running around !! Its awesome

Brett P. • November 17, 2013Interesting for Disney history buffs. Great volunteer staff.

Chris C. • January 17, 2017a smaller museum that you can go through in 20-30 minutes but a lot of great stuff. Focuses on the intersection between socially conscious fine art, history and music. Home to many great events too!

AD N. • July 31, 2011$3 'suggested donation' per ride on Sundays. Get here at 10a for shorter lines. Do it.

Zak L. • May 26, 2010Great neighborhood, bring the kids! Awesome for a night time stroll around the area.

Mark t. • January 28, 2012Lots of great photo ops in here for the kids!

Mike I. • June 16, 2013Interesting exhibition about Los Angeles and the way Future was embraced in its culture and in its grounds. A great lesson of architecture and design at the same time.

Mere • July 2, 2015A small but wonderful museum focusing on the Chinese American experience in Los Angeles. Thoughtfully curated with interesting stories and history.

Katia • January 5, 2019Very beautiful and impressive works of art from Tutankhamon’s time. Really worth visiting

Nezer K. • November 26, 2013Try souvenir hunting. Traditional Indian Jewelry available...

The Ritz-Carlton • July 23, 2015S.S. Lane Victory at Port of Los Angeles was built in 1945. The ship served during WW2, The Korean War and the Vietnam War. Now it’s a living museum and memorial, with guided tours offered daily.

Offbeat L.A. • April 17, 2015Open M-F 10-4 & 3rd Sat of the month. $9 adults, children under 12 free.

Candice H. • July 22, 2014Become a member and have free access to the Natural History Museum downtown as well. Great places to take out of town guests and children.