The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens
The Huntington
The Huntington is a research and cultural center surrounded by 120 acres spread across 12 specialized gardens. Originally the private estate of railroad magnate Henry Huntington, it is one of Southern California's must-see cultural destinations with magnificent collections of rare books, manuscripts, and famous works of art including Gainsborough's "The Blue Boy," Mary Cassatt's "Breakfast in Bed," a Gutenberg Bible, an illuminated manuscript of Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, and a First Folio edition of Shakespeare.
Plan Your Visit
Advance online reservations are now required on weekends, holidays, and peak seasons. Reservations are strongly recommended for weekdays.
Open 10am - 5pm Wednesday - Monday; closed on Tuesdays
Learn more details on planning your visit, here.
Botanical Gardens
- Australian Garden
- California Garden
- Camellia Garden
- Children's Garden
- Chinese Garden
- Conservatory
- Desert Garden
- Herb Garden
- Japanese Garden
- Jungle Garden
- Lily Ponds
- Palm Garden
- Ranch Garden
- Rose Garden
- Shakespeare Garden
- Subtropical Garden
- Garden Sculptures & Fountains
- Mausoleum
Art Collections
- British and European Art
- American Art
- Asian Art
Library
The research library attracts more than 1,700 scholars each year and awards approximately 150 grants annually for advanced humanities research.
Admission on Weekdays
- Adults | $25
- Seniors (65+) | $21
- Students (12-18, or with full-time student ID) | $21
- Military (with ID) | $21
- Youth (4-11) | $13
- Group Tours (15 or more) | $19 per person
- Children (under 4) | Free
- Members | Free
Admission on Weekends
- Adults | $29
- Seniors (65+) | $24
- Students (12-18, or with full-time student ID) | $24
- Military (with ID) | $24
- Youth (4-11) | $13
- Group Tours (15 or more) | $23 per person
- Children (under 4) | Free
- Members | Free
Free Day
Free Day tickets are released to the public on the last Thursday of every month at 9am.
Venue Information
Max Capacity: 4,000 Indoor/Outdoor Space
- Kid-Friendly
- Only In Pasadena
Meeting Spaces
Boone Gallery Circle
Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
---|---|---|---|
Reception | 200 | ||
Banquet | 160 |
Celebration Garden
Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
---|---|---|---|
Reception | 160 | ||
Banquet | 200 |
Garden Court
Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
---|---|---|---|
Reception | 250 | ||
Banquet | 160 |
James F. Rothenberg Courtyard
Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
---|---|---|---|
Reception | 60 | ||
Banquet | 40 |
Richards Courtyard
Configuration | Description | Occupancy | Area |
---|---|---|---|
Reception | 80 | ||
Banquet | 50 |
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Enjoy an after-hours Twilight Garden Stroll at The Huntington with friends and family. Dining and shopping will be...
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The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation. Free Day tickets...
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Enjoy an after-hours Twilight Garden Stroll at The Huntington with friends and family. Dining and shopping will be...
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Enjoy an after-hours Twilight Garden Stroll at The Huntington with friends and family. Dining and shopping will be...