Huntington receives gift of major library on history of science

With the addition of the Burndy Library, The Huntington becomes among the world's most important repositories for the history of science and technology.  The Cambridge, Massachusetts-based library is composed of some 67,000 rare books and reference volumes, as well as a collection of scientific instruments.  More…

Enjoy a family getaway this summer here at The Huntington

Explore the world of nature in the Helen and Peter Bing Children's Garden and the Rose Hills Foundation Conservatory for Botanical Science without ever leaving town!  Discover what makes a rainbow, find out where fog comes from (and where it goes), measure the sweetness of a flower's nectar, or watch a Venus flytrap have lunch.  There's so much to do, so plan your visit today!

Gallery Closed for Renovations

The Huntington Gallery is currently closed for renovation. Visit "The Blue Boy," "Pinkie," and other favorite works of British and French art in the Erburu Gallery during the renovation. Other galleries, exhibits, and gardens remain open. The former home of Henry and Arabella Huntington, built in 1911, the Huntington Gallery will be undergoing extensive electrical, plumbing, and seismic repairs. The work is expected to take several years to complete. A reopening date has not yet been determined.

The Arabella Gallery will be closed for two weeks (June 27 through July 11) for electrical repairs. The West Hall of the Library remains open.