Este observatorio de estilo Art Deco fue construido a principios de la década de 1930 y es uno de los emblemas más destacados del sur de California. Disfruten de los increíbles shows de luces del Planetario Oschin para los que se utiliza la tecnología más reciente y novedosa. Al salir del del observatorio los sorprenderá una vista despejada que los dejará sin aliento tanto de día como al caer el sol. Las exposiciones y los espectáculos de planetario los dejarán fascinados. Tal vez reconozcan el observatorio como el lugar donde se rodó el clímax de "Rebelde sin causa". Durante las noches despejadas, acérquense para utilizar los telescopios públicos de uso gratuito para contemplar las estrellas bien de cerca.
Con una superficie total de 9.290 metros cuadrados dedicada a las exposiciones, el Museo del Automóvil Petersen (o "Petersen Automotive Museum" en inglés) es uno de los museos automotrices más grandes del mundo. Desde Porsches hasta el Batimóvil del famoso superhéroe Batman, este museo tiene todo lo que buscan los amantes acérrimos de las ruedas. El calendario de eventos está cargado de exposiciones especiales todo el año. Algo que atrae principalmente a las familias es el Children's Discovery Center, donde los más pequeños encontrarán muchas actividades interactivas para seguir aprendiendo y descubriendo.
Este lujoso panteón de la fama y el glamur capturados para siempre en cera es una de las joyas de la corona de Hollywood. Originario de Londres, Madame Tussauds trae a Hollywood esta propuesta de nivel internacional ideal para todas las edades. Ubicado en el Hollywood Boulevard, junto al Teatro Chino TCL, el museo simplemente no puede pasar desapercibido gracias a su fachada abierta y sus figuras de cera desplegadas con total naturalidad en la vereda. Vengan a recorrer los enormes salones poblados de las figuras de los ricos y famosos (y de algunos infames también), los bellos y los formidables. Sea que quieran darle la mano al presidente Barack Obama o abrazar a Mae West, quedarán fascinados por estas representaciones vívidas y las numerosas oportunidades de tomarse la foto de su vida.
Este museo, administrado por el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MOCA) es un hito importante de Little Tokyo. Es uno de los tres museos MOCA de la ciudad. El establecimiento dispone de una amplia galería donde se alojan exposiciones de arte de artistas de renombre y una sala de lectura. Inaugurado en 1963, ofrece más de 40000 pies cuadrados de espacio de exposición. Visitar el sitio web para más detalles.
Este parque espacioso es famoso por su enorme lago escondido en el Valle de San Fernando. Salgan a correr o a caminar en la costa mientras observan a los elegantes cisnes y patos que se deslizan sobre el agua, o disfruten de un picnic tranquilo bajo los cerezos japoneses. El parque para niños mantendrá a los pequeños ocupados mientras los perros corren en el pasto. Las parrillas, las mesas para picnic y la sombra de los árboles hacen de este parque es favorito de las familias de la zona.
Located on the flood control basin of the Hansen Dam, Hansen Dam Recreation Area is an extensive recreational park. It features two artificial lakes - one for fishing and the other for swimming. The fishing lake also allows paddling and rowing. Both of these water bodies are manned by life guards. Picnic spots, equestrian, hiking and walking trails, a skate park, playground and restrooms are added amenities of this place.
The Robinson Memorial is fittingly located a few blocks from where the legendary athlete and trailblazer was born. After facing constant scrutiny by the community for being part of the only black family living in the area, Jackie Robinson went on to become a star athlete at Pasadena City College and UCLA. He eventually became the first African American in major league baseball and the rest, as they say is history. The memorial depicts the visages of both Jackie and his older brother Mack, who also contributed to the civil rights movement.
Downey History Center is an educational center that provides a wealth of historical information, preservation, education and research. Whether you are just curious about Downey's history or are a serious scholar, you will find everything you need. Resources include Downey newspapers dating from 1888, photographs dating from 1870, books and periodicals about Downey, Los Angeles County, California and more. There is also a lot of information on Downey's namesake, Governor John Gately Downey. Call ahead for varying days.
This museum presents wax figures of African American personalities. It also showcases the eras through authentic clothing, uniforms and artifacts. The museum has figures of Malcolm X, Muhammed Ali, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Louis Armstrong and George Washington. It also presents cultural artifacts from the African world as well as black memorabilia from recent times.
Located on South Lake Avenue, The Commons can be better described as a meeting point for locals on the east of the Playhouse District. The charming venue offers a good range of unique services, stores and eateries like the Green Street Restaurant and more that are lined along its shady courtyard. It's a spot where you can combine work with a fine dining experience. Besides, the California Institute of Technology and the famous Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens lie a short distance away.
Run by the Burbank Historical Society, the Gordon R. Howard Museum is located in the historical Victorian Mentzer House. Built in 1887, you can explore this historic home and admire interesting displays and artifacts about life in the past. This small museums showcases the local Burbank history where you can view photographs that show the evolution of Burbank from a small settlement to an entertainment wonder. Tours are by appointment only.
Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society is a science fiction members-only club, that has its own set of laws. The club was originally founded in 1934 by Hugo Gernsback, and is today led by Forrest J. Ackerman, a legendary science fiction spokesperson. The club hosts two prestigious science fiction and fantasy conventions, namely, Loscon and Westercon. Meetings at this society primarily feature guest lectures and auctions of science fiction items. There is also a weekly forum called Neverending panel, that holds discussions on science fiction story plots and listens to fan suggestions. There are also regular events hosted, that invite scientists and science fiction writers, and there are also exhibitions held displaying a slew of sci-fi artwork.