At the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, we are driven by a vision to inspire wonder, deepen understanding, and foster responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds. At the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, our mission is to spark curiosity, deepen knowledge, and encourage care for the natural and cultural worlds around us. With stewardship of more than 35 million specimens and artifacts, the largest such collection in the western U.S., we explore ancient mysteries, address contemporary challenges, and inspire action for the future of our planet.
Share a Legacy of Wonder With Future Generations of Angelenos
We invite you to join a special community of supporters who believe in the long-term impact of science, education, conservation, and discovery. At the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, we are driven by a vision to inspire wonder, deepen understanding, and foster responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds. As stewards of more than 35 million specimens and artifacts, the largest natural and cultural history collection in the western United States, we explore the mysteries of the distant past along with the pressing challenges of our present, and help shape our shared future on this planet.
Planned giving is a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy in your name and on behalf of generations to come. Through carefully structured gifts such as bequests, charitable trusts, annuities, or gifts of retirement assets or real property, planned giving allows you to:
- Support NHMLAC’s core mission and programs in research, collections, public engagement, and conservation.
- Safeguard world-class scientific discovery and exploration initiatives.
- Help ensure that groundbreaking exhibitions, community outreach, and community science continue for decades to come.
- Leave a meaningful legacy that aligns with your values—without altering your current lifestyle or financial security.
- By including NHMLAC in your long-term plans, you become a vital partner in our future.
- Together, we can deepen our understanding of our planet’s history, inspire new generations of explorers and scientists, and fortify L.A.’s role as a leading center of natural and cultural discovery.
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