Los Angeles Museums: Pasadena area

The Huntington - An oasis of art and culture set amidst 150 acres of breathtaking gardens. Three art galleries and a library showcase magnificent collections of rare books and manuscripts, 18th- and 19th-century British and French art, American art from the 18th to the early 20th century, and a small but noteworthy collection of Renaissance paintings.

Latino Art Museum - A non-profit organization created to promote the works of talented Latin American contemporary artists living in the United States and instill a sense of appreciation for Latino art in the minds and hearts of children and adults.

Norton Simon - European paintings and sculpture range from the 14th to the 20th century. The Museum exhibits Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo masterpieces.

Pacific Asia Museum - Pasadena - Contains more than 14,000 rare and representative examples of art and artifacts from Asia and Pacific Islands, spanning a period of 5000 years.

Pasadena Museum of History - The Museum's collections, exhibits and programs provide educational resources for the public to increase understanding and appreciation of history, culture and science in Pasadena and neighboring communities.

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The Gamble House - an example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture. The house and furnishings were designed by Charles and Henry Greene in 1908. The house, a National Historic Landmark, is owned and operated by the University of Southern California and is open for public tours [Pasadena].

Heritage Square Museum - Located along the historic Arroyo-Seco, this open-air museum welcomes visitors to explore Southern California's development from agricultural Eden to urban metropolis. Costumed guides present the story of life in Los Angeles during the years 1850 to 1950. Tours include discussions on the history of Los Angeles based around the Museum's collection of eight Victorian buildings including the fully restored and furnished Queen Ann home the Hale House, as well as a church, a railway depot, and an octagon house.

Bunny Museum - Over 12,000 bunny collectibles of every size, shape, and matter; featuring five Rose Parade float bunnies.

Kidspace Museum - a unique children's museum that features exhibits, programs and activities over more than four acres of indoor and outdoor space. Kidspace encourages a child's growth and development through explorations of the environment, investigations in science, and artistic forms of expression that captivate the inquisitive and growing minds of children ages 1 to 10.