Offering information about things to do and places to go in Los Angeles. Includes events, festivals, parks, zoos, dining, shopping, recreation, sports, camping, museums, entertainment and the arts.
 
 
Recommended Resources
The Arts Scene website is your resource to find out about museums and arts galleries in Southern California. The website covers everything from art museums, privately owned galleries, university galleries and more. There is also a forum where you can discuss the Southern California art scene.
http://artscenecal.com
California State Capitol Museum
The California State Capitol Museum website provides information about this important government building in California. You can learn about the building's architectural style and history from this website. The site also offers virtual tours if you are unable to visit in person.
http://www.capitolmuseum.ca.gov/
View photographs of the museum’s works and materials on Chinese-American culture. Read the museum’s press releases, find the hours of service and directions.
http://www.camla.org/
The Fowler Museum, based at the University of California at Los Angeles, is a major art museum. This free museum is particularly good at helping you learn about ethnology. You can also find out how to volunteer with the institution on this website. You can also find out how to support the museum on this website.
http://www.fowler.ucla.edu/
Art museum based at the University of California at Los Angeles. Find details on volunteering and employment opportunities. Also features information on various programs and film screenings which have been put on by the museum.
http://www.hammer.ucla.edu/
Shows a living history establishment that exhibits late nineteenth century Southern California life. Links to the museum blog, membership program and a way to rent the site are provided.
http://www.heritagesquare.org/
Dedicated to the study and appreciation of art. Find information on the Trust's units from this site, including the museum, the research institute, the conservation institute and the foundation. Also offers educational resources for teachers and students interested in learning more about art.
http://getty.edu/
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is an art museum. Learn about the museum's membership policies and the art works held by the museum. Find information on the museum's gift shop here.
http://www.lacma.org/
Organization dedicated to preserving and building up the city's architectural heritage. Find information on walking tours of the area. Learn how local neighborhoods can take action to preserve historic buildings.
http://www.laconservancy.org/
The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is a California museum that educates people about the coastal history of this state. The website also has details on the museum's exhibits such as the USS Los Angeles, the 1933 Long Beach Earthquake and more. You can also find out how to volunteer with the Museum.
http://www.lamaritimemuseum.org
Educates the public about the natural world through events and exhibits. Includes information for teachers, an overview of the museum’s research activities and collections.
http://www.nhm.org/site/
Online home for the Slamdance Film Festival. Watch short films, enter their screenplay competitions, and find out more about the festival and the organization.
http://www.slamdance.com/
Hosts sporting events and teams which range from the Clippers, Kings and Lakers to the WWE. Includes information on the center’s parking and special offers.
http://www.staplescenter.com/
Explains the collections and events offered by this center which preserves the culture of the American West. Details on upcoming lectures, resources for students and teachers and hours can be found elsewhere on the site.
http://theautry.org/
The Children’s Museum of Los Angeles
Find an institution that has educational exhibits and collections especially designed for children. There is a tool to donate to the museum and information on its outreach program.
http://www.childrensmuseumla.org/