19 of the Best Museums in Los Angeles for Every Interest, According to Local Experts

"Los Angeles has so much more to offer culture-wise beyond movies and music-it actually has more museums per capita than any other city in the United States, including Washington, D.C., and New York City. Part of the magic of L.A. is its stunning diversity, which equates to an exciting mix of subjects and art forms. From Miracle Mile's Museum Row to Downtown and beyond, there are museums in L.A. showcasing everything from cutting-edge art and contemporary craft to classic cars and Hollywood history."

"And more institutions are being built all the time, like the futuristic-looking Lucas Museum of Narrative Art (expected in fall 2026), founded by legendary film director George Lucas. "Its focus is around the art of visual storytelling," says L.A.-based creative director and cultural strategist Maritza Lerman Yoes. We tapped Lerman Yoes and other local experts for their top museum recommendations in Los Angeles."

Los Angeles has more museums per capita than any other U.S. city, including Washington, D.C., and New York City. The city's diversity produces a broad mix of subjects and art forms across museums. From Miracle Mile's Museum Row to Downtown and beyond, museums showcase cutting-edge art, contemporary craft, classic cars, and Hollywood history. Many museums offer free admission. New institutions continue to appear, including the futuristic Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, expected in fall 2026. The Lucas Museum will focus on the art of visual storytelling. Local experts identify top museum recommendations across Los Angeles.

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