Author: Newsroom
Los Angeles, CA (October 09, 2025) The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County (which includes the Natural History Museum in Exposition Park and La Brea Tar Pits) is happy to share a variety of gift ideas for the rapidly approaching holiday season. With a wide range of options and price points, these gifts feature unique items that also support the Museums’ mission to inspire wonder and discovery.
Ice Age Socks
Price: $25
Featuring artwork by local artist Kelly Malka, these comfortable and stylish crew socks are the perfect stocking stuffer for La Brea Tar Pits fans of any age.
Link: shop.nhm.org/la-brea-tar-pits-ice-age-socks
Meowseum Apparel
Price: $35
For cat lovers, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Fierce! The Story of Cats has been one of NHM’s most popular exhibitions this year. While the exhibition is temporary, you can own a piece commemorating it forever with this stylish kitty-themed “Meowseum” apparel, including crop tops, totes, and toddler dresses.
Link: shop.nhm.org/natural-history-museum-of-los-angeles-county-meowseum-women-s-t-shirt
Fierce! Vintage Cat Purse
Price: $45
Help the cat lover in your life accessorize with this vintage-looking kisslock bag. It looks like something your grandma might’ve owned, if your grandma were the world’s coolest cat lady. Make sure to pick it up during its available window while Fierce! The Story of Cats is on view at NHM.
Link: shop.nhm.org/floral-black-cat-kisslock-bag
NHM “Spread Arms” Sweatshirt
Price: $70
You’ll find no shortage of interesting sweatshirts in museum stores, but the unique design of the “Spread Arms” version is sure to turn heads. This stylish, comfy crewneck features both a dinosaur and the city we call home proudly stretched from arm to arm.
Link: shop.nhm.org/natural-history-museum-of-los-angeles-county-spreadarms-sweatshirt
Gnatalie Apron
Price: $130
Gnatalie is the latest star to move to LA, and for good reason. The world’s only mounted green dinosaur skeleton became an instant legend after being introduced last year, and has become a popular addition to the Museums’ shopping options as well. Crafted by the LA-based chef-founded Hedley & Bennett, this apron is the perfect blend of style and function. Sport this one-of-a-kind, broccolini green apron to celebrate the city’s favorite longneck.
Link: shop.nhm.org/hedley-and-bennett-gnatalie-handmade-apron
Dwight Hwang Prints
Price: $250-1000
Who says science can’t be artistic? Local artist Dwight Hwang has created unique and stunning prints inspired by his Japanese Gyotaku style, which will impress both discerning art collectors and nature lovers. Available in a variety of insects and sizes, there’s sure to be a print for anyone’s expanding collection.
Link: shop.nhm.org/dwight-hwang-dragonfly-print, shop.nhm.org/dwight-hwang-tarantula-framed-print and more
Zed Plushie
Price: $30
There’s no better way to celebrate a trip to either of the Natural History Museums than with a signature plushie, and no Ice Age plushie is more iconic than Zed the Mammoth. Anyone who’s been to La Brea Tar Pits knows the story of this particularly famous Columbian mammoth, and now you (or the kiddos) can embrace the most intact mammoth skeleton in LA, but in a more manageable and more cuddly form.
Link: shop.nhm.org/zed-mammoth-plush
P-22 Plushie
Price: $24
Discovered by NHM scientist Miguel Ordeñana, P-22 is LA’s most famous feline. Show your LA pride and cuddle up with our iconic cool cat.
Link: shop.nhm.org/mountain-lion-plush
Sabertooth Jawesome Hat
Price: $46
Nothing says La Brea Tar Pits like a sabertooth cat, and this “Jawesome” hat is the perfect way for kids (and kids at heart) to celebrate their favorite Pleistocene predator.
Link: shop.nhm.org/sabertooth-jawesome-hat
Membership
Price: Various levels starting at $109
When you give the gift of membership, you give the gift of inspiring experiences at both the Natural History Museum in Exposition Park and the La Brea Tar Pits. Members are part of a community of adventurers, explorers, scientists, students, and supporters who are connected by a love of discovery. Membership supports the scientific breakthroughs that help us understand our planet and its cultures, enables fieldwork across the globe, and is the foundation of educational programs that inspire the next generation of discoverers.