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Glopping in Pit 91 La Brea Tar Pits

Experience the Tar Pits

Discover science in action and make discoveries right alongside our scientists. Step into the past and experience the Ice Age come to life!

Safety, cleanliness and community health are our utmost priorities. In some areas of our outdoor areas and museum exhibitions, you may find limited access to ensure safety guidelines are followed.

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Mammoths and Mastodons

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Live Excavation Site

What we dig
Excavating at the Tar Pits

Daily Discoveries

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Tar Pits and Park

Witness "tar" bubbling to the surface, discover our iconic Lake Pit, and walk through this amazing natural phenomenon and active dig site

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Inside the Museum

Real-time Discoveries

Watch paleontology up close as you peer into our Fossil Lab.

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Inside the Museum

On Display

Discover the magnificent beasts that were excavated right here at the Tar Pits.

Just look what we've found