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Dibner Hall of the History of Science
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This new permanent exhibition showcases some of science’s greatest achievements, from Ptolemy to Copernicus, Newton to Einstein. Called “Beautiful Science: Ideas that Changed the World,” the exhibition highlights four areas of exploration: astronomy, natural history, medicine, and light. 
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Garden Talk & Sale: Succulent Wreaths

Dec. 11, Thurs., 2:30 p.m., Friends' Hall

John Trager, curator of desert collections, will demonstrate how to make wreaths from succulents for holiday decoration and year-round enjoyment. A plant sale in the nursery will follow, featuring many succulents suitable for wreath-making. Ffreshly-made wreaths will also be available for purchase.  Free. No reservations required.

A “New and Native” Beauty: The Art and Craft of Greene & Greene

The exhibition presents a chronological survey of the Greenes’ lives and careers over a nearly 90-year period. In all, the show features approximately 140 objects from the collections of The Huntington, the Gamble House, and other private and institutional lenders. Many of the works on view have never before been seen by the public.  learn more...

A look at what's HOT at The Huntington this fall, and what's AHEAD...

Arguably the most extraordinary year since it opened to the public in 1928, 2008 continues with an unprecedented slate of activities, including the opening of the new Chinese Garden, the debut of new permanent exhibitions, the presentation of major loan shows, and the reopening of the Huntington Art Gallery.  see what's hot...

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The Library's rare books and manuscripts constitute one of the world’s largest and most extensively used collections in America outside of the Library of Congress.

The Art Collections are distinguished by their specialized character and elegant settings in three separate galleries. A fourth space, the MaryLou and George Boone Gallery, hosts changing exhibitions.

The Botanical Gardens are divided into more than a dozen thematic areas on 120 acres and include more than 15,000 different species of plants.

Research and Education The Huntington serves nearly 2,000 scholars each year from all over the world conducting advanced research in the humanities.

Holiday Luncheon Buffet
Join us for a Festive Celebration of the Holidays at The Huntington Tea Room on Sat. & Sun., Dec. 20 & 21. View menu and make reservation...

Huntington Plant Science School Program Awarded Top Honors from Garden Writers of America.  Learn more...
Tickets required on Free Day. Reserve now by calling our ticketing agency at 800-838-3006 or reserve online...
Named the best museum gift shop by L.A. Weekly in 2008, the Bookstore & More at The Huntington attracts holiday shoppers...

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