Springtime is one of the most beautiful times in Southern California. Between the warm days and cool evenings, Los Angeles offers plenty to do for both the tourists and the locals. Get out of the box with these cool ideas to stave off the weekend, “Mom, I’m bored” and impress out-of-town guests with your knowledge.
1) Huntington Library, Art Collection, and Gardens
You’ll want to plan a long afternoon to visit the Huntington, with over 100 acres of themed botanical gardens, and one of the world’s greatest research libraries. The gardens host over 15,000 different varieties of plants—perfect for the budding botanist to observe through their camera lens. Bring your sketch pad to the Art Galleries to soak in the works of Andy Warhol, Rogier van de Weyden, and more. The Huntington hosts frequent public events, so check their calendar for more information.
2) Farmer’s Markets / Flea Markets
The most well-known LA farmer’s market is The Original Farmer’s Market at The Grove, operating seven days a week, with stalls selling fresh produce, homemade goods and crafts, and plenty of delicious dining opportunities. Farmer’s Markets and Flea Markets are a great way to support your community and local artists, while finding unique products you won’t find anywhere else. The Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena is held monthly, gathering the best in vintage and hand-picked furniture and clothing. You will need entry tickets for The Rose Bowl Flea market, which can be purchased ahead of time. Find even more markets and information with a quick internet search—there’s always something new popping up in the LA area.
3) Spring Refresh Your Home
We all know about spring cleaning, but what about Spring Refreshing? When it’s time to clean out all the dust bunnies, it’s time to rethink home organization. Spring is the perfect time to reorganize and rearrange your home.
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4) Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
This museum has something for everyone, but especially dinosaurs, and plenty of them. Visitors can experience the life cycle of the T. Rex from baby to adult fossil in terrifying full size. Kids can have hands on fun in the Discovery Center. The Butterfly Pavilion is open to visitors as a seasonal treat from March through September.
Los Angeles visitors can learn about how the tiny pueblo town eventually because the sprawling city we know today, with an exhibit in English and Spanish. The Natural History Museum also features limited-time exhibitions, so check their website for more information.
5) Autry Museum of the American West
The Autry boasts an impressive collection of Native American and Western art, historical artifacts, and cultural events. Located in Griffith Park ( another LA staple), the Autry was founded by cowboy actor/singer Gene Autry. The Autry is significant for its incredible collection of Native American Art—one of the largest in the United States.
Visit the Autry to get an up close and personal look at some of the West’s true history with live events and personal affects of the Old West.
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These are just five of the many fun things to do in Los Angeles this spring. Get out there and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air with our gorgeous hiking trails and beaches. FineFurnitureLosAngeles.com is proud to service the Los Angeles area, providing quality furniture at amazing prices. We offer free local pick-up and our furniture experts are available to answer your questions seven days a week!
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