AWA Foundation Private Tour: THE COMMONS at the Natural History Museum

AWA Foundation Private Tour: The Commons at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Join the AWA Foundation for an exciting exploration of the latest addition to the Natural History Museum - THE COMMONS! This new front door to the Museum is a community-facing hub that includes an exhibit space, theater, and café.

Our exclusive morning tour will bring together the women-centric design team who will take us through the design and urban design improvements of THE COMMONS and surrounding gardens/parks. We'll walk the project, hear stories and insights about the origins, design process, and delivery of this unique architecture + landscape addition. We'll also learn more about the evolution of Exposition Park, its role in the 2028 Olympics, and its relationships with the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and other cultural institutions.

Speakers will include:

• TBA Representative, Natural History Museum of LA County
• Marisa Kurtzman and Joseph Coriaty, Partners at Frederick Fisher & Partners
• Megan Horn, Principal, Studio-MLA
• Diane Duvand, Associate Principal, John A. Martin & Associates

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into one of LA’s most exciting new architectural spaces - an intersection of science, nature, culture, and art - while contributing to our mission of supporting women in design.

Following the tour, you will receive complimentary admission to the Natural History Museum to explore at your leisure

Your ticket cost is a tax deductible contribution will support the AWA Foundation which raises funds to promote high levels of achievement by awarding scholarships and a mid-career fellowship.

Given the state of our city’s challenges , if this fee is too difficult, please reach out to [email protected]. If you are interested in sponsoring someone, please also reach out.

Children 12 and under attend for free

Host or Publisher Association for Women in Architecture Foundation