The Huntington, the former home of a railroad tycoon, is many things—an extensive library filled with rare books, a large art collection containing numerous European prints and paintings, botanical gardens of almost unmatched splendor and a forum for regular lectures and other activities. You will also find a fine bookstore, cafe and tea room on the grounds. Come and wander through the 150 acres of colorful gardens, lily ponds and beautiful sculptures. The rare books and manuscripts in the library include some of the earliest editions of Shakespeare's works, a copy of the Gutenberg Bible on vellum and the Ellesmere manuscript of one or more of Chaucer's greatest works. Please note reservations are required in order to visit and prices vary depending on the day of the week.
Hyaena Boutique & Gallery has the slogan "odd things for eclectic tastes" and it lives up to that saying. The gallery features dark, whimsical and often creepy artwork where the pictures are often fantastical or very contemporary. You can find a lot of different items here, including comic books, original artwork, watches, as well as uniquely designed furniture. This gallery is not for the faint of heart, but it has some of the most original artwork.