Ce musée de Californie du Sud est le premier à retracer l'histoire des communautés asiatiques en Amérique. Il est installé dans le plus ancien immeuble chinois de la ville, appelé le Garnier Building. La première exposition eut lieu en 1992 et proposa le travail de James Wong Howe, vainqueur d'un Oscar. L'objectif principal du musée est de devenir un centre éducatif pour les communautés éthniques de la ville. En février, il célèbre le Chiness Lantern Festival. Si vous visitez L.A. à cette époque, essayez de vous y rendre.
This adobe structure, built by Don Francisco Avila, is considered the oldest existing house in Los Angeles. By modern standards the home is quite small, though at the time it was the largest in the area. Although it has been heavily restored, much of the original structure survives today. It now functions as a museum with the interior having been refurbished to include a four-post bed and other typical furnishings from the era.
Located in Downtown, this is LA's only museum dedicated solely to the Grammy Awards. Celebrating every musical genre, the museum aims to educate people of all age groups, especially young people, about the cultural importance of music. Spread over four floors, the museum also doubles up as an exhibition center as well as a venue for live concerts, public events and educational programs. Tours to the museum are available as well. From Michael Jackson's tour artifacts and iconic outfits to Backstreet Boys memorabilia, the museum displays prized possessions of the global music industry. A must-visit, you can check the website for more information and a schedule of current events.
The African American Firefighter Museum is a wonderful landmark that documents the history and progression of the Firefighters of the country. The museum is like a restored house that consists of wooden flooring and stairs. The museum is spread over two floors and includes several exhibits, objects and collectibles that are simply interesting. All the displays are informative and are neatly arranged along the museum. Admission is free. A must see site for those who love American History.
This museum is devoted to Afrocentric artwork. It is a large space and has plenty to offer its visitors from painting to sculpture to multimedia installations by African-American artists. The owners also feature artists from the past and historical exhibits. There are many rotating exhibits as well, like the Rhythms of the Soul, a showcase of the instruments of Africa. The museum store sells artwork and other items related to the museum.
Los Angeles Police Museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the Los Angeles Police department. A great museum that houses tons of evidences, exhibits, artifacts and objects that focuses on Police stories, LA crimes, tactics, uniforms, etc. The museum is considered to be the city's oldest surviving museum. There is a delicate gift store form where visitors can purchase badges and souvenirs to have memories of their visit. The museum is accessible to the public from Tuesday to Friday from 9 Am to 3 Pm and on the third Saturday of the month from 9 A to 3 Pm.
The purpose of Hollywood Museum is to shed some lights, camera, and action on everything Hollywood. From biographies of famous actors to the specific techniques that make movies into blockbusters, the Hollywood Museum showcases the whole movie-making process from idea to finished product and everything in between. It's situated on five floors in the recently renovated Max Factor Building; come to find out how Hollywood became the entertainment Mecca it is today.
The Hollywood Bowl Museum is home to some of the best Hollywood legends the film industry ever witnessed. The main attraction here is a 10 minute video, which will enrich any visit to this legendary outdoor amphitheater. The film features the first ever recording here, as well as footage of a number of legendary performances over the years. Some of the highlights of the other exhibits include original designs by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Soundscape that lets you explore the myriad possibilities of sound and the GTE Museum Resource Center, which allows visitors to use computers to access thousands of photos, documents and video clips. Check website for varying open dates.
Gene Autry opened this museum in 1988 to showcase western history. The museum features several rotating exhibits as well as a permanent collection. Art and artifacts from the Old West are on display, from the West's prehistoric roots to the 20th Century's Hollywood glamorization of the Wild West. Using film, radio and television clips, and a hands-on discovery center for children, the museum sheds a bright light on this part of the nation's heritage.