On Wednesday, May 13, the parking lot at Curson Ave and 6th Street will close for entry at 3:30 pm. Any cars at the lot after 5 pm will be towed. The museum and Tar Pits will remain open during our regular hours, 9:30 am to 5 pm

Homeschool Days

Tar Pits Experience

During Homeschool Days, homeschoolers and their families receive free Museum admission and special Homeschool Day programming! 

We offer these dates twice a year at La Brea Tar Pits, each with a different theme. Advanced registration is required. Planning to attend? See below for more information on our upcoming events!

gallery interpreter at curiosity cart talking to a child in Dinosaur Hall

Did you know?

Homeschool Days also happen at the Natural History Museum!

Visit the Natural History Museum