Autry Museum of the American West: Located in Griffith Park, the Autry features world-class galleries filled with Native American art and artifacts, film memorabilia, historic firearms, paintings, and more. The Autry’s collection of more than 500,000 pieces of art and artifacts includes the Southwest Museum of the American Indian Collection, one of the largest and most significant collections of Native American materials in the country. Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month. Free with current ID for active military personnel and veterans, peace officers, and park rangers.

Descanso Gardens: Located in La Cañada Flintridge, the 160-acre Descanso Gardens was originally developed in 1936 by newspaper magnate Elias Manchester Boddy, whose numerous interests included horticulture and politics. Descanso Gardens offers numerous areas for exploring, including a bird sanctuary, five-acre rosarium, Japanese tea garden, water-wise garden, Oak Woodland, California garden, and the world’s largest collection of camellia flowers. Free admission the third Tuesday of every month.

Kidspace Children's Museum: Founded in 1979 by members of the Caltech community and the Pasadena Junior League, the museum nurtures the potential of all children through kid-driven experiences, inspiring them to become joyful, active learners. Admission to the museum is free on Kidspace's Free Family Nights, taking place the first Tuesday of the month from 4-8pm. Families can enjoy special programming and performances that highlight cultures and traditions from around the world.

Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden: Founded in 1947, the L.A. County Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a 127-acre garden located across the street from Santa Anita Park. The Arboretum is home to plant collections from all over the world, including many rare and endangered species. The Arboretum also houses several historic structures, including the 1885 Queen Anne Cottage, best known for its appearance in the opening of TV's Fantasy Island. Free admission on the third Tuesday of the month (no tram on these days).

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA): The largest art museum in the western United States, LACMA houses a collection that includes nearly 130,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present, encompassing the geographic world and nearly the entire history of art. Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month. Free admission for L.A. County residents with ID weekdays after 3 p.m. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, General Admission is free to all active-duty military personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHMLA): Located in Exposition Park, NHMLA has amassed one of the world’s most extensive and valuable collections of natural and cultural history — more than 35 million objects, some as old as 4.5 billion years. Free admission on the first Tuesday of every month except July and August, and free every Tuesday in September. L.A. County residents receive free museum admission to NHMLA Monday - Friday from 3-5 pm. Bring a valid ID or utility bill the day of your visit.