The Autry National Center explores the experiences and perceptions of the diverse peoples of the American West, connecting the past with the present to inform our shared future.
The Autry National Center celebrates the American West through three important institutions:
- Museum of the American West Southwest
- Museum of the American Indian
- Institute for the Study of the American West
Special Exhibitions:
November 6, 2009 - May 6, 2012
The Autry in Griffith Park
September 24, 2010 - January 9, 2011
The Autry in Griffith Park
Ongoing Exhibitions:
Opportunity
Museum of the American West at Griffith ParkThe Opportunity gallery explores the turbulent period between 1820 and 1860 when thousands of migrants moved to the West in search of a better life. Learn about the experiences of the explorers, scientists, gold miners, and families who helped build an American West. Highlights in this gallery include California Gold Rush objects, surveying equipment, and artifacts from the overland trail journe
Conquest
Museum of the American West at Griffith ParkThe Conquest gallery picks up the story of the American West after the Civil War. The flood of Americans into the West overwhelmed native people and created new and deadly conflicts. The gallery examines the conquest of the West through military, cultural and technological means and its consequences. Highlights in this gallery include a restored 19th century stagecoach, military equipment, including items from 7th Cavalry soldiers at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and Plains Indian artifacts.
Community
Museum of the American West at Griffith Park Community Gallery interprets the West through the lens of the racial, ethnic and religious communities important to Western development between 1885 and 1895. Using 1890 census data, the gallery compares and contrasts family and daily life, education, religious beliefs, politics, and work among eight different communities. The gallery also includes an area illustrating the saloon as the social center of many Western communities. Highlights of the Community Gallery include a 19th century fire engine, Osage wedding dress, child’s vaquero outfit, Chinese immigration certificate, and ornate mail-order bar. Within the Community Gallery is a section on Law & Order in the 19th century West. Highlights include Billy the Kid's rifle and items associated with lawman Pat Garrett.
The Autry National Center is located in Griffith Park across from the LA Zoo.
Hours
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST
Griffith Park
Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed on Mondays.
Autry Store
Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Closed on Mondays.
Golden Spur Cafe
Tuesday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Closed on Mondays.
Summer Hours
Thursdays in July and August, the museum and Autry Store are open from 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. The Golden Spur Cafe is open from 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Holidays
Closed on Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Admission
Autry Members: free
Adults: $9.00
Students with current ID and Seniors (60+): $5.00
Children (3-12): $3.00
Children under 3: free
Free for active military personnel and veterans, peace officers, and park rangers, with current ID.
Free to the public on the second Tuesday of every month
Tickets can be purchased at the museum.
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Admission prices may vary for theatrical programs and special events. For more information, please contact us prior to your visit at 323.667.2000, ext. 252, or
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Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
(323) 667-2000
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