The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

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.

Botanical Gardens

• Desert Garden
• Australian Garden
• California Garden
• Camellia Garden
• Children's Garden
• Desert Garden
• Herb Garden
• Japanese Garden
• Jungle Garden
• Lily Ponds
• Palm Garden
• Rach Garden
• Rose Garden
• Shakespeare Garden
• Subtropical Garden

Art Collection

• Huntington Gallery (former home of the Huntingtons, European Art)
• Virginia Steele Scott Galleries (American Art)
• MaryLou and George Boone Gallery (rotating exhibitions and art on loan)
• Reseach Library (exhibits from the Huntington collection)

Library

The research library attracts more than 1,700 scholars each year and awards approximately 150 grants annually for advanced humanities research.

Tip

Make a reservation for the Rose Garden Tea Room and enjoy The Huntington's signature teas, scones and a buffet of finger sandwiches, imported and domestic cheeses, fresh fruit, chilled seasonal salads, and specialty petite desserts. Reservations are required online or by calling (626) 683-8131.

Admission

Weekdays

• Adults | $25
• Seniors (65+) | $21
• Students (12-18, or with full-time student ID) | $21
• Youth (4-11) | $13
• Children (under 4) | Free
• Groups (15 or more) | $19 per person
• Members | Free

Weekends

• Adults | $29
• Seniors (65+) | $24
• Students (12-18, or with full-time student ID) | $24
• Youth (4-11) | $13
• Children (under 4) | Free
• Groups (15 or more) | $23 per person
• Members | Free

Free Day
Admission to The Huntington is free on the first Thursday of every month with advance tickets. Details