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Autry National Center

4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
323-667-2000
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The Autry Museum
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Ranked #18 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Specialty Museums, Museums
Activities: Shopping, Dining
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The Autry is a museum and cultural center that celebrates the history and diversity of the American West. Come see historical and contemporary...... more » Owner description: The Autry is a museum and cultural center that celebrates the history and diversity of the American West. Come see historical and contemporary exhibits, participate in engaging lectures and workshops, and enjoy the wonderful view of Griffith Park. « less
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Los Angeles, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Best Western Collection!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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Growing up not far from where most westerns were filmed, I always had a love of the Wild West and everything about cowboys, the Gold Rush, and Indian lore. I've been to the Autry National Center many times and every time I see more and different things. It's educational, but more than that it glorifies all things West and gives... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Yee haw!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I went recently for an art exhibition- they have superb gallery spaces here. The collection of artifacts is excellent, though the displays could use some refreshing. A big hit with the under 10's, though teens begrudgingly enjoy it. More

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Los Angeles
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Bringing friends to the 'old west'.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Wasn't exactly sure of the date, but took friends from out of the country and they really had a good time enjoying sights of the old west. I had kind of an idea of what to expect, so I dressed in character with my boots, colorful shirt, and bright scarf. I would recommend this to anyone that wants to get... More

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northern california
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“If you love all things western”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

If you are a fan of the western or cowboy history you will love this museum. The bottom has a ton of guns and other wild west artifacts . You feel like you are stepping back in time . This museum is directly across from the LA Zoo. The gift shop is great also I got some good stuff . More

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Orange County, California
Top Contributor
117 reviews 117 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
“if you like western stuff it's a nice place”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Beautiful museum but the contents were just so so to my liking. Lots of pictures/paintings upstairs, the better stuff was downstairs so maybe start there. We went on a day that was free via Bank of America. More

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Red Deer, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“most enjoyable”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

i really enjoyed the museum. the exhibits were very well done. Very informative. pictures were fantastic. a very relaxing time. just stroll through. it was great to see all the children going through the museum. i would recommend going when not so many children are around. it is nicer to go with someone that was my only regret. there is... More

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Los Angeles
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Return to yesteryear”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

I implore all fellow baby boomers to pay this museum a visit. It took us back to the days of B&W TV & uncomplicated lives. Oh, to be a child again! You won't regret the time spent here. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A great collection”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

We had a great few hours in this hidden gem. A lot of fun memorabilia, nice art, and interesting historic artifacts. Fun for kids and adults. We went later in the afternoon and almost had the place to ourselves. More

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Los Angeles, Ca
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great history of the west”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

great museum, I go there often; and I hope to see one of the live shows that have been happening there. More

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Encino
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Brought back memories”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

Everything is laid out well and was impressed with all the memorabilia. This will bring back fond memories for all of us baby boomers. More

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